Answers to Your
Most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
• Why should I have the brake fluid
changed when my vehicle's brakes work fine?
• Why should I have the transmission
fluid flushed out and replaced?
• Why should I have my vehicle's power
steering fluid flushed out? The steering feels fine.
• Why does my vehicle need a cooling
system flush?
• What is an "induction cleaning" and
why do I need it?
• What is the benefit for me as a
consumer to have my vehicle inspected?
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Why
should I have the brake fluid changed when my vehicle’s brakes work
fine?
Brake fluid attracts moisture and contamination even though it is in a
sealed environment. Moisture and contaminates will ruin the internal
parts of a brake system causing expensive brake repairs and also may
lead to brake failure. Most auto makers recommend this be done every
two years especially if the system has an anti-lock brake system.
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Why
should I have the transmission fluid flushed out and replaced?
Automatic transmission fluid gets contaminated by the normal wear of
the transmission internal parts and also deteriorates from heat. Now
through modern technology we can change all the fluid in the
transmission at one visit. This supercedes the old procedure of only
changing the pan gasket and about 3-4 quarts of fluid. The “flush” will
change all the fluid approximately 16 quarts on the average car. With
the new fluid we install a special additive to enhance the shift
quality and the longevity of your transmission.
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Why
should I have my vehicle’s power steering fluid flushed out? The
steering feels fine.
Power steering fluid contamination is very common in today’s vehicles.
Normally when there is a problem with the steering such as stiffness
and noise the damage has already been done. This usually will require
major repairs. By flushing out the old fluid on a timely basis you can
keep the steering pump and steering rack in good condition. With the
new fluid we also use an additive to further protect your system from
contamination.
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Why does
my vehicle need a cooling system flush?
Modern engines are precisely engineered and designed to operate at a
predetermined temperature for long life and proper efficiency. Sludge
builds up over time in the cooling system and will cause the engine to
run at excess temperatures. This elevated temperature creates stress on
critical engine parts and will cause major engine damage. Flushing the
system cleans out this sludge and contamination. We add a 50 / 50
coolant mixture and use an additive to further protect the systemt.
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What is
an “induction cleaning” and why do I need it?
Even though today’s fuels are cleaner than ever they still cause carbon
to build up in the intake system and valves of your engine. Our state
of the art Induction system cleaning will remove these carbon deposits
and make your engine run smoother and get better mileage and
performance.
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What is
the benefit for me as a consumer to have my vehicle inspected?
Breakdowns on today’s freeways and in our driving environment can be a
terrifying and hazardous experience. A great way to spot trouble before
it happens is an inspection of your vehicle. Our trained technicians
will perform a complete preventive maintenance inspection of your
vehicle and provide you with a written report of their findings.
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