Today's Car Care Tip: How To Avoid Getting Ripped-off on Brakes
Many so called cheap brake shops end up selling parts or services that you don't need.Have brakes inspected and measured
- Every time you rotate and balance tires (every 6000 miles)
- By ASE Certified tech
- Be sure to keep record of dates and measurements
It is also important to flush your brake system regularly:
- ABS - annually
- Non-ABS - every 2 years
- When cloudy or contaminated (brake fluid absorbs water from atmosphere)
Generic isn't always the best value.
Handy Car Care Tips and Suggestions
- Used Car Buyers’ Checklist – Don’t buy a used car without running through this! These are the questions every used car buyer should ask.
- Going Green with your Car – How to go green with your car and reduce your carbon footprint!
- Fuel Saving Tips – Here are some easy ways to increase your gas mileage at home!
- Report A Pothole in the Denver area – If you’re sick of hitting the same pothole everyday, use one of these numbers to report a pothole in your area!
Fluid Colors
These are what your vehicle’s fluids look like when they’re brand new and just added to your vehicle. If they’re black, smell burnt, or just past your manufacturer’s recommended service interval, getting these fluids changed can prevent big expenses down the road. Click here to see the fluid chart.
Vehicle Systems
These are diagrams of how all of the integral systems in your car work. From your air conditioning, to your brakes, to your engine, use these diagrams to see how everything works, and why certain repairs and preventative maintenance services are necessary, and can save you money in the long run. Click on any picture below to see a larger diagram!
