Category: Engine
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Timing Belt and Chain: Everything You Need to Know
Timing Belt vs. Timing Chain: What They Are and When to See a Mechanic Your engine needs precise timing to run smoothly. Since the timing belt or timing chain controls how the engine’s components move, keeping it in good condition is essential. But if it wears out or breaks, your engine could suffer serious damage.…
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What Keeping Your Fuel Tank Full Can Do For You
Keeping your fuel tank at least half full might not seem like a big deal, but it plays a major role in protecting your vehicle. Since fuel helps cool the fuel pump and prevents moisture buildup inside the tank, running too low can cause serious issues over time. Whether you’re commuting through Orlando, or enjoying…
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Engine Failure: Signs to Look For and What to Do
Signs Your Car Engine Is Failing – Causes and What to Do Your car’s engine is the heart of your vehicle. And when it starts failing, the reasons why – like our Orlando weather lately – can be foggy. But, ignoring the warning signs can lead to costly repairs or even total engine failure. So…
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Car Engine Care: Why Prevention is Your Best Resolution
Make Preventative Car Engine Maintenance a New Year’s Resolution As the New Year begins here in Orlando with festivities and celebrations, many of us set resolutions to improve our lives. But drivers should also consider adding preventative car engine maintenance to their list. And while it may not be as glamorous as hitting the gym…
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Vapor Lock and Your Older Car: What You Need to Know
Understanding Vapor Lock: Causes, Effects, and Prevention Tips for Your Car It may be November, but the weather here in Spring Hill in Hernando County still feels like the heart of summer. And this extended heat can cause issues for your vehicle… especially if it’s an older model. Vapor lock! It’s a culprit that finds…
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The Best Advice on Dealing with a Flooded Vehicle
The Damage Storm Flooding Does to Your Vehicle: What to Do and What Not to Do Many of our friend, neighbors, and loved ones in our Spring Hill community are dealing with the effects of hurricane Helene. And among its most devastating affects is the storm flooding. Because – among the other catastrophic outcomes -…