Your car comprises thousands of different moving parts, most of which are made of metal. There is inevitable friction and heat when one metal part moves against another. The heated parts will expand in size, and the friction will grow, resulting in greater wear and tear or the fusion or welding together of heated parts. Replacing those parts could prove very costly. If the damage affects the car’s engine, the repair expenses could exceed replacement costs.
The physics of lubrication make it an essential part of car ownership. You can prolong the life of your car, especially its engine, if it is properly lubricated. The less friction there is, the smoother your car will run. Friction in the engine and other moving parts of the vehicle can be significantly reduced with the right kind of lubricant.
Here are the most common lubricants that cars need:
Visit a Utah tire shop or repair service to top off or replace any of your car’s lubricants. Make sure to monitor your vehicle’s fluids regularly to extend the life of your car.
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Engine failure, especially out of the blue, can be scary. It can put a wrench in your plans if driving somewhere important and depending on the problem, can be expensive to fix. Thankfully, there are lots of warning signs that can signal you when your engine is about to fail.
If you begin to notice some electrical problems in your vehicle, such as the dome light failing to turn on when you open the doors or the radio shutting off, you may need to check the fuses.
The outer tie rod ends are one of the more important parts of your vehicle’s steering system. While you may not choose to replace the outer tie rod ends yourself, it is good to be able to recognize what they are and see if they need replacing.
Have you noticed an increase in flat tires during the frigid winter months? There’s a reason for it. Keep reading for some simple explanations as to why tires seem to go flat when temperatures drop.
When your vehicle is functioning properly, it’s easy to forget how dangerous driving can be. However, it only takes a moment for an important component to malfunction. Suddenly your car has your full attention. One of the worst situations to find yourself in as a driver is to press the brake pedal only to realize that it is not working.
