WarrantyWhen "Shady" is a Good ThingJust like your skin can burn from too much sun, so can the paint on your vehicle. It can turn dull, oxidize and fade the more ultraviolet rays beat down on it. One solution is to park in a shady spot, or you can buy a cover for your vehicle and put it on when you know it's going to be sitting in... Read More Posted in Warranty on August 23, 2026 Move it or Lose It (Dormant Vehicles)When it comes to your vehicle, driving it too much can cause some issues. But what about not driving a vehicle enough? That has consequences as well. Here are a few things that can happen if a vehicle isn't driven enough. When the engine doesn't operate, the oil isn't lubricating. That means s... Read More Posted in Warranty on August 16, 2026 Distributor Cap and Rotor ReplacementIf your vehicle is newer than the mid 2000s, it likely doesnt have a once-popular ignition system which uses a distributor cap and rotor. But if your vehicle is old enough to have them, its important to make sure they receive regular attention since theyre instrumental to your engine running smo... Read More Posted in Warranty on August 09, 2026 Car Fix Renton Guide to Using the Correct Fluids in Your VehicleToday's Car Fix Renton post focuses on using coolant. If you pour in the wrong kind, it won't protect the cooling system and may even void the warranty. Check your vehicle owner's manual. Of course, your Car Fix Renton service advisor will know the proper coolant for your vehicle.Brake fluid i... Read More Posted in Warranty on August 02, 2026 Let’s Clear the AirAll of us want the air we breathe to be clean and free of pollution. So, back in the 1970s, automakers started equipping vehicles with a device that reduces harmful emissions before they even go out the tailpipe. Theyre called catalytic converters, and while they will likely last you years on y... Read More Posted in Warranty on July 26, 2026 More Than Noise Control:Your vehicles exhaust system does more than direct fumes out the back. In addition to playing a critical role in safety, performance and fuel efficiency, it also is crucial in protecting our environment. Regular exhaust service makes sure your system continues operating as designed, preventing s... Read More Posted in Warranty on July 19, 2026 Braking Good (Brake Drum Replacement)Maybe your vehicle feels like Breaking Bad. In other words, when you brake, things are bad. You may find it takes you a longer distance to stop, you feel a vibration, or its pulsating when you depress the brake pedal, or perhaps your vehicle pulls to one side.Those can be symptoms of failing b... Read More Posted in Warranty on July 12, 2026 When Your Tires are Tired (Tire Replacement)Tires are so reliable these days that few drivers pay much attention to them. But tires wear out. They have a tough job since they are the only point of contact between your vehicle and the road. They have to get your vehicle going from a stop, keep it going, make sure it is headed in the dire... Read More Posted in Warranty on July 05, 2026 Start Me UpYou have a nice road trip planned out. Youre all packed, sit down in the drivers seat, go to start your vehicle up and Nothing! You might hear a click, but thats it. What do you do now? Your problem may be a bad ignition switch. There are other symptoms you may notice. A failing ignition swi... Read More Posted in Warranty on June 28, 2026 Heat and your Tires (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)With hotter weather and brutal heat waves becoming more common, the pressure in your vehicle's tires goes up. After all, heat causes air to expand, and the air in your tires follows the laws of physics. Overinflated tires can reduce your vehicle's traction, cause a hard, punishing ride and make ... Read More Posted in Warranty on June 21, 2026 |
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