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What's the diff?

Whether you drive a front or rear wheel drive vehicle, you can bet that there is some kind of gear box somewhere to get the engine power to the wheels. The Differential is one of those gearboxes.

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Modern conveniences

The navigational system comes with a CD that contains details of the geographic area and territory as set by the selling dealer.

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Shifty concerns

Peace of mind is important while you drive; the assurance of a well-maintained car keeps one focused on driving rather than peril.

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Inferior interior

You don’t need a change of season to have a reason for cleaning your car.

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Bulb replacement complications

The technician in me kicked in and I immediately set about planning my moves to fix it, after all, I’ve changed hundreds of bulbs before so why not get this task out of the way early.

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Power on demand

The technology has undergone many refinements, and with the help of a computer-based nerve center, it's quickly gaining acceptance within the manufacturing sector.

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Avoiding a supplies surprise

The relationship between the supplier and repairer is an important part of the repair process because having the replacement component is key to getting the job done right and within the allocated time.

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Run-flat foundation

Run-flat technology is just that… the ability for a tire to retain “most” of it’s’ ride and traction characteristics while suffering slow or rapid deflation.

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Not just hot air

If you have ever witnessed or experienced an air bag going off, the following will surely be a reminder of the potential hazards of supplementary deployment.

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Microscopic maintenance

The process of eliminating dirty air from entering your engine ends at the filter. It is the last line of defense against harmful particles from getting into the intake manifold.

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Mounting concern regarding young ones

If you have children, take a moment to learn the proper fastening methods specific to your car. Using only the seat belts to hold the child seat is not sufficient enough to restrain impact forces.

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Hitch the hitch

If you are one of those adventurous types and haul a lot of cargo, then you know about the trials and tribulations of trailers and hitches.

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Heated to the core

Whether summer or winter, we rely heavily on the proper operation of our climate control system. A vital component of the heater section of that system is the “heater core”.

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Driving under pressure

When fuel economy numbers are published, the figures are collected from test vehicles that are prepared specifically for the task.

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Keeping your (engine) cool

You may hear mention of this integral part of your vehicles cooling system whenever work is being done to resolve a heating or cooling issue.

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Spring into action

The appeal of the way automobiles look whether in motion or standing still is a matter of personal taste.

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Socket to your accessories

The first accessory that made its’ way into automobile interiors was the cigarette lighter that complemented the ash tray.

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Window ups and downs

Power windows are a convenience that most drivers prefer to have in their cars.

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An automotive paint primer

Do women put more emphasis on a vehicles color more than men? When it comes to a cars’ color, most men have the choice way down on the list of pre-purchase decisions. This trend seems to be changing...

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Doing the twist during repairs

When you have work done on your car, you rely on technicians and advisers to use procedures for the repair as they are intended by the vehicle manufacturer.

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