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Okay. You went to your local Kent car wash and while your SUV was under the dryer, the check engine light started flashing. Panic! What did you just do? Something is seriously wrong with the SUV! You head for the nearest Kent service station, but on the way, the check engine light stops flashing, and…
The coolant system is a vital part of your vehicle. It is also the second most common cause for vehicle failures. Even though coolant system failure is fairly common, it is easy to prevent. The most recognizable part of the coolant system is the radiator. It is connected to the engine with hoses and is…
It seems like everywhere you go, you see custom wheels. Big trucks, little cars, mini-vans – it doesn’t matter, car owners are expressing themselves with custom wheels. Some local motorists want smaller tires and wheels, some want larger, and some want them enormous. So where do you start if you want new wheels? We suggest…
Your cooling system is very important. It circulates coolant through the radiator and your engine to protect your car from overheating. There are five main components to the cooling system: the radiator the radiator cap the hoses the thermostat the water pump The water pump’s like the heart of your cooling system, circulating the fluid…
Wheel alignment is often overlooked by busy Burton and Kent auto owners until serious tire damage has been done. One wheel can be knocked out of alignment by hitting a curb or pothole on a Auburn interstate or surface street. When a vehicle’s out of alignment, one or more of the wheels does not track…
A vehicle’s suspension system is tough. It can last for years and tens of thousands of miles for Kent auto owners. But it can be damaged quickly by hitting a pothole, curb or rock, and it can wear more quickly if you frequently drive off-road or on bumpy roads. A workhorse vehicle — one that…
All pilots have checklists for every aspect of flying. They always use their checklists, even if they only have two steps on them. They do this simply because a checklist is a great way to not forget important steps. It is also how you can assure a predictable outcome. That is why automotive shops have…
When it comes to preventive maintenance on our vehicles, most of us Kent drivers remember to get our oil changed. But Central Avenue Automotive services that occur at longer intervals — like transmission service — sometimes get overlooked. Yet transmission service is a vital part of car care for Kent car owners. A poorly maintained…
The function of the fuel filter is pretty self-explanatory: it filters your fuel. The fuel filter is in the fuel line somewhere between the fuel tank and the engine. Both gas and diesel vehicles use fuel filters. Generally speaking, there’s not a lot of dirt in our Kent WA auto fuel supply, but there is…
Do you ever shop for shoes in one of our Auburn area shoe stores? When buying a running shoe, is quality important? Does durability matter as long as the shoes look fabulous? Would you rather have one pair of long lasting shoes or two pair of lower quality shoes at the same price? Is the…
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