Warm weather or cold, Zion drivers still need to think about their vehicle’s air conditioning. Most Zion people don’t service their air conditioning until after it fails. At Northwest Auto And Tire, we can advise you on your vehicle manufacturers preventive maintenance schedules for air conditioning service, just as we do for transmission service, oil changes […]
Many Zion drivers have been hearing about technological advances in power steering, specifically, electric power steering. Some very high-end cars have been featuring electric power steering. Power steering fluid has the necessary hydraulic properties and the ability to lubricate the internal parts. The power steering fluid also protects vehicle components from rust and corrosion. Your browser […]
Most Zion folks occasionally have days when they’ve got a bunch of errands to run. Yesterday was my day off and I needed to fill the gas tank, pick up some groceries at my Zion market, swing by the ATM and get the kids from school. I could have made four trips . . . […]
Poor interior air quality is nothing to sneeze at, and Zion auto owners might be interested to know that more and more new cars are coming equipped with: Check your vehicle owner’s manual, but they typically need to be replaced at around twelve to fifteen thousand miles. Your browser does not support the video tag. […]
If you’ve ever heard a squealing sound under your vehicle hood, chances are it was your serpentine belt. More importantly, the belt powers the alternator. The alternator creates electricity that’s used by your vehicle’s electrical systems and also charges your car battery. Without the alternator, the battery will go dead in a few miles. The […]
Your browser does not support the video tag. 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 and the water pump The water pump’s like […]
Here’s a travel tip that’ll I’ll bet you didn’t know, and, it might keep you safer… The average American commuter in ILLINOIS spends two and a half hours daily in their car. The government says a hundred thousand auto accidents yearly are caused by drivers who fall asleep at the wheel. (Aggressive driving is the […]
Have you filled up your car lately and cringed to see how much a tank of gas sets you back? The average cost of a gallon of unleaded gas has climbed well above $3, with predictions that international unrest may drive prices even higher. We still have to drive to work and/or school, so we […]
Why do my front brakes wear out more often than my rear brakes? Why do I always need new rotors? The answer to these common questions may surprise you. After all, brakes only have to do one thing, stop the car. So why have we seen so many changes? The answer may surprise you? Would […]
Stone chips can be a real nuisance and if left alone they can become very expensive. Most everyone has had a stone chip in their windshield at some time. You are driving along and WHACK! You hear it, look around and sure enough, there is a chip in your windshield. If you’re lucky it is […]
