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Archive for February 2017Stay Headed in the Right Direction, RockfordPosted February 26, 2017 5:38 AMPower steering is standard on nearly every vehicle in Rockford, Illinois, these days. Now there are some exotic, new types of power steering systems, but for the most part, the general setup is a pump that's driven by a belt powered by the engine. Contact the automotive professionals at TJ's Auto Center Inc. in Rockford for questions about your power steering. The pump generates power that assists drivers as they steer their vehicle around Rockford, Illinois. Power steering systems use hoses to move pressurized fluid back and forth. These hoses can develop leaks so it's a good idea to have TJ's Auto Center Inc. inspect them at every oil change. In addition to providing a boost, the fluid cleans, cools and lubricates the power steering system. Over time, the lubricants and detergents diminish so Rockford drivers need to replace their old fluid with clean, fresh fluid periodically. At TJ's Auto Center Inc., we use a detergent to clean the system, flush out the old fluid and replace it with new fluid. TJ's Auto Center Inc. Will Proper Auto Maintenance at TJ's Auto Center Inc. Really Save Gas?Posted February 21, 2017 12:28 PMHave you ever thought about all the little things we do to keep our lives running smoothly - like vacuuming? It makes a room feel fresher and more comfortable. We may not consider that we're also prolonging the life of the carpet by keeping it clean. But Rockford drivers don't always extend those good habits into the garage. Our vehicles need regular maintenance just like our rugs need vacuuming. We may not notice a difference in the feel or appearance of the vehicle, but just as cleaning a carpet carries the hidden reward of prolonging its life, maintaining our vehicles incurs a hidden reward that becomes noticeable at Rockford gas stations. Alignment and brake problems can also increase friction. Besides saving fuel, keeping these systems in good repair has the added benefit of saving you on tires and brake pads. These items wear out more quickly when the alignment is off or when the brake system isn't in good working order. Talk to your friendly and knowledgeable service advisor at TJ's Auto Center Inc.. TJ's Auto Center Inc.
Right or Left? TJ's Auto Center Inc. Power Steering ServicePosted February 14, 2017 8:57 AMHave you ever driven a vehicle without power steering? If you have, then you probably appreciate how much easier it is to drive today's modern vehicles. Before power steering, all of the force to turn a vehicle had to come from the driver's arms. That's why old cars had such large steering wheels: they needed plenty of leverage to steer. There were some Rockford folks who had difficulty driving because they just weren't strong enough. TJ's Auto Center Inc. Rockford Car Owners Ask: Why Do I Need to Change My Serpentine Belt?Posted February 5, 2017 8:07 AMAny Rockford driver who understands preventive maintenance knows that “if it ain't broke, don't fix it” is bad auto advice. Replacing a part before it breaks is much less costly for Rockford residents than repairing the engine damage that comes after a part breaks or fails. A good example of this is the serpentine belt. TJ's Auto Center Inc. | ||
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