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Your cooling system is very important. It circulates coolant through the radiator and your engine to protect your vehicle from overheating. There are five main components to the cooling system: the radiator the radiator cap the hoses the thermostat the water pump The water pump's like... Read More

Automotive Tips from Car Fix Renton: Wiper Blade Options

Wiper blades are critically important to Renton drivers for good driving visibility and safety. When its time to replace your wiper blades, there are a number of different wiper blade designs and grades. Renton drivers should always use at least the design or grade that came with their vehicle. ... Read More

A Not-So-Straight Story (Vehicle Pulls to One Side)

A vehicle should travel straight down a straight road with the steering wheel centered. But time and travel can take their toll and soon you may find your vehicle pulling to the left or right. Those are not good signs and should be taken care of fairly quickly. One thing that you should note i... Read More

In the Hot Seat (Repair and Maintenance of Seat Heaters)

It's chilly outside. You flip on that switch that looks like a picture of a seat with little heat waves rising from it. You expect soon you'll feel that warmth but wait! It's not getting warmer. Oh no, what's wrong with my seat heater? There could be lots of reasons it's not working, and it cou... Read More

That Squeal is Telling You Something (What Causes Squealing While Steering)

If you hear a squealing noise when you turn your vehicle, it's trying to tell you something is wrong. After all, it never made that noise before, right? The sound you hear may becoming from a few sources. Let's take a look (or a listen) to some of the possibilities. First, you almost certain... Read More

Clean Fuel Makes a Happy Engine in Renton, WA

If the fuel system in your vehicle is dirty, you will be hurting your engine and losing performance as you drive around Renton, WA.Unless they drive a vintage car, Renton auto owners have fuel injectors which need to be properly maintained. That is why your vehicle owner's manual has a schedule f... Read More

The “Man-Made” Engine Oil (Synthetic Oil Change)

If you own a newer vehicle, your vehicles manufacturer may require that it use synthetic oil instead of conventional oil. Synthetic oils are more stable, dont break down as easily, and provide better engine protection than conventional oil. All those things can prolong the life of your engine an... Read More

Drive Defensively in WA

Car care is part of auto safety in Renton. But the most important thing we can do to improve safety on WA roads is to drive safely.Defensive driving begins with the proper attitude. Have in mind that you won't let anyone take your safety away from you. You'll be aware of your surroundings, road... Read More

Buying the Right Tires and Wheels in Renton, WA

Everyone in Renton, WA eventually replaces their tires, whether it's because they're worn out or they're just looking for something different. There are so many great tire choices in Renton, it can be difficult to sort them out. Let's group the broad spectrum into several categories that will h... Read More

Cold Weather Vehicle No-Nos (Items to Avoid Storing in a Freezing Vehicle)

It's always easier to leave a few things in your vehicle so you'll have them on hand. But in cold weather, while it's a good idea to carry items such as a phone charger, blanket and shovel, there are some things you shouldn't store in your vehicle. Medicines and drugs. Cold temperatures can ... Read More

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