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Maintenance for High Mileage Vehicles in Lancaster, California
If you have a high-mileage vehicle in the Lancaster area, bring it into The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley for high-mileage maintenance. Many people in California are keeping their vehicles longer. The economy has influenced that, but the fact that modern vehicles are more durable and reliable means that owning a high mileage vehicle doesn't have to be a painful experience. The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley Maintenance Tips: The Belt Goes On
The serpentine belt may also run the pumps for both the power steering and power brakes. And on many vehicles, the serpentine belt powers the water pump. The water pump circulates coolant through the engine to keep it within normal operating temperatures. (On some vehicles, the water pump is powered by the timing belt instead of the serpentine belt.) So you can see the serpentine belt does a lot of work. And it if breaks, it affects a lot of systems. That's why your vehicle manufacturer and your service advisor at The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley have recommended that it be changed every so often so that it doesn't fail. The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley Clean Fuel Makes a Happy Engine in Lancaster, CaliforniaIf the fuel system in your vehicle is dirty, you will be hurting your engine and losing performance as you drive around Lancaster, California. The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley Upsizing Wheels and Tires With The Car Doctors of the Antelope ValleyMany Lancaster drivers want to accessorize their vehicle - you know, make it theirs. One of the easiest ways to get a custom look is to get some new wheels. There are thousands of wheel designs at Lancaster area tire shops to get you the look you want. And for many Lancaster drivers, that look includes bigger wheels. It used to be that cars came from the factory with 15 or 16 inch wheels. Now 16, 17 and even 18 inchers are standard. And the factories are offering optional wheel packages up to 20 inches or more. So let's talk about what to consider when you want to upsize your wheels. It's not exactly a DIY project, so you need to know a thing or two before you get started. The most important term to know is rolling diameter. The rolling diameter is simply the overall height of your tire. Unless you want to modify your vehicle suspension, you'll want to keep your rolling diameter the same when you upsize your wheels. Stop by The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley to learn more about how you might upsize your wheels or tires. You'll find us at: The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley
Lancaster Drivers: Is It Time to Replace Your PCV Valve?The crankcase is the lower part of the engine where the crankshaft is housed and where the engine oil lives. The crankshaft is connected to the pistons that power the engine.
Also, the pressure build up would blow out seals and gaskets. So in the old days, there was just a hose that vented the crankcase out into the air. Obviously, not good for our air quality in Lancaster, California. Your vehicle manufacturer usually recommends they be changed somewhere between 20,000 to 50,000 miles/30,000 to 80,000 kilometers. Unfortunately, PCV valve replacement is left out of some vehicle owner's manuals, but your friendly service advisor at The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley, we will make sure your PVC is replaced if needed. The Car Doctors of the Antelope Valley |
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