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Top 5 Ways To Extend The Life Of Your Used Vehicle
The attraction of buying a used vehicle outright is, of course, no car payments. But are you taking proper care of your used vehicle? Repairs can be costly and your car’s lifespan short if you let maintenance fall by the wayside. These days, most vehicles can see mileage as high as 400,000 to 500,000 if properly looked after. The service pros at Certified Automotive consider preventative maintenance one of the smartest ways to keep your vehicle running efficiently. Here some preventative maintenance guidelines that will help keep your car in the best shape possible: #1. Change your oil Regularly changing your engine oil according to your owner’s manual specifications is…
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5 Signs That Your Power Steering System Is Failing
Your power steering system is one of the most important components in your vehicle. If you have a newer model, you likely won’t have any issues until your car is between 5-15 years old. Yet, anything can happen, and vehicle care knowledge is valuable! Power steering has been around since the early 1950s and allows drivers to steer without actually pulling the full weight of the front end to turn a corner. There are two commonly used power steering systems: electric and hydraulic. Hydraulic is the most popular in midsize and full-size cars. It works by using a pump powered by your car’s engine via a belt to circulate pressurized…
