The one time I regretted not getting back to school auto repairs was in my senior year of college. Although my dad checked my car every time I came home, I knew something wrong a week later. My parking brake was making a horrible sound and producing some dust. On the way to the auto maintenance, something exploded violently underneath me. My breaks were not working so I desperately threw on the parking brake. I had blown a tire and destroyed a hose. That’s when I knew I needed to take car maintenance and repair seriously.
With summer vacation coming to an end, it’s time for back-to-school auto repairs! Students are finally able to go to classes this year. However, before you get back to your university lifestyle, you need to make sure your car is ready. Although back-to-school auto repairs were not as important last year, you need to do maintenance on your car before going to school.
Looking for an exciting automotive career? When starting out, Michigan isn’t a bad place to start. Michigan is known for its automotive industry, particularly manufacturing. After all, one of its major cities is called Motor City. However, there is more than manufacturing. To keep cars running, people need auto repair shops. Cars need maintenance. Cars need care. Most of all, cars need great service. Without a doubt, maintenance services are vital to keeping your car running. When people want great service, they turn to Mr. Muffler and Breaks. Mr. Muffler is the best because of its service technicians. And now, you become a member of the Mr. Muffler crew!
People assume that if they pay attention to the car’s indicator system that they are doing a great job at maintaining their car. This is not always the case. We have come up with 4 Ways that you are slowly killing your car.
Don’t only depend on your car’s indicator system to alert you to problems with your oil. Most cars are programmed to alert you every 6 months, but it is recommended that you change your oil every 3,000 miles or three months with synthetic oil. You should check the levels and the condition of your oil regularly. Oil is the blood of your car. If you do not change the oil in your car regularly, your engine will have to work harder. If you don’t maintain your car according to the manufacturer’s recommendation, you risk your car’s warranty becoming invalidated.
Don’t replace your car’s parts with inferior parts. We understand that sometimes it may be cheaper to order parts online. However, buying parts online can damage your car and put your life in danger. Cheaper is not always better. You get what you pay for. Make sure you choose a reputable car repair center. At Mr. Muffler, we use the correct parts for your car to ensure your safety and the well-being of your car.
Don’t let the fear of how much it will cost to repair the problem paralyze you from going to see what is wrong with your engine. Putting it off can cause a snowball effect that will be more costly. 50% of drivers with a check engine light ignore it for 3 or more months. Don’t be a statistic and don’t end up paying thousands to repair a problem that initially was only fifty dollars to fix.
Doing a simple task such as rolling down your window in the cold before letting your car heat up can cause damage to the mechanisms in your window. A more obvious to let your car heat up in the winter is the oil. Letting your car’s engine warm-up will allow your oil to thin out enough to flow through the engine. In the winter, plan ahead so that you have enough time to properly warm up your car.
Come to Mr. Muffler in Michigan for routine check-ups or service for your vehicle. We care as much as you do. Finally, contact us here.
Springtime is coming! Make sure that you incorporate getting your oil changed into your spring cleaning routine. Oil is the blood of your car. Also, it is important to keep clean oil in your car. Recently, we had a child come in with their parent to get an oil change.
During the short wait, the child asked one of our staff members what would happen if you never changed the oil in your car. Many people know that you have to get regular oil changes to keep your car healthy, but few know why or what oil changes do.
Oil is necessary to lubricant your engine. Without clean oil, it will stop lubricating your engine and it will eventually fail. If the oil isn’t changed, additives like detergent and rust fighters will wear out and the engine will stop being lubricated. Dirt will also begin to accumulate in the oil making it thick which would cause more wear and tear on the engine.
In addition to your oil. we have great deals on new tires! Winter roads in Michigan can be tough on tires. Buy a brand new set with alignment at Mr. Muffler. Finally, Mr. Muffler in Westland, a full-service auto repair shop, is here to service all of your needs. Contact us now.
Happy New Year from Mr. Muffler! A winter emergency kit can really prepare you for the coming year. We have many things planned for 2021 and we are honored to be able to share another year with you. As the year begins, we would like to remind you to be safe on the road. With temperatures in the Detroit area dropping below zero, you should have a plan in place for an emergency on the road.
Stay in your vehicle! If you are in an unfamiliar area, you may become lost or put yourself in danger by wandering off.
Tell A Buddy! Always let someone know where you are going and how you will get there. Make sure your cell phone has plenty of charge or keep a charger in your vehicle at all times.
Keep Gas In Your Car!
Keeping at least half a tank of gas will keep it from freezing up. Of course, keeping it closer to full is more ideal.
It is advised that you keep over a half tank of gas in your car. The beginning of the year is a wonderful time to get your car service. Schedule your first start now!
Don’t forget our January specials! Visit Mr. Muffler today for great deals on winterizing your car and even new sets of tires to help with slippery roads! Finally, call us at 734.721.2800 to drop by the corner of Cherry Hill and Wayne Road in Westland anytime!