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The ignition system in your vehicle is much more than just a battery and a key. The ignition system is similar to the nervous system in your body. It sends pulses to the individual cylinders at precise intervals, allowing the fuel and air to combust and power the vehicle. Without this vital spark, your engine is dead in the water.

Diagnosing ignition problems is not always easy, but there are a few key things to look for when you suspect you may be having a problem. The key to a properly functioning ignition system is the battery. 

Everyone knows that it is important to regularly check the oil, transmission fluid and water levels in our vehicles and replace when necessary. However, did you know that the differential fluid also needs to be checked and replaced regularly as well? Just as other fluids can break down, so can the differential fluid deteriorate over time.

The differential is a gearbox placed between the drive wheels. Vehicles that are four-wheel drive will have both a front and a rear differential. 

Problems with a car's exhaust system shouldn't be ignored. The gases exiting the exhaust system can be harmful, so you want the system to work as intended. Exhaust systems can and do leak, so be on the lookout of any troubling signs of a leak.

Leaks don't hide, but some might be small. So you must look closely at the entire exhaust system for one. There are no minor leaks. Take even the smallest one seriously. The same would be true of any hissing or popping sound heard from the exhaust. 

Hydroplaning is a fancy word describing a dangerous threat to the operation of a vehicle. When your car rides on a wet surface, contact with the road could be lost. Learning how to avoid hydroplaning could reduce the chances of an accident.

Not driving on wet roads would be a wise plan. If you can't avoid wet and rainy roads, then defensive driving tactics must come into play. Driving slower than the speed limit by about 10 miles per hour may cut down on hydroplaning risks. When road conditions are poor, employ common sense and good habits when driving…

Having a flat tire is inconvenient, but being prepared with a few tools will make the situation tolerable. It is also a good idea to practice changing your vehicle's tire in a safe area. To change a flat tire, you will need a car jack, a lug wrench, and a spare tire. Make sure to inspect your spare tire at the same time you check your regular tires.

Before changing the tire, make sure the car is off. Set the emergency brake. Chock the wheels with either chock blocks, large rocks, or logs. Chocking the wheels will help stop…

The muffler and exhaust systems on your vehicle are designed to basically muffle the sounds of your engine so you have a quieter driving experience. Some people like to amp up the sound of their vehicle with certain mufflers and exhausts, but essentially if you drove your vehicle without a muffler or an exhaust of any kind, you wouldn't be able to hear yourself think straight. If you notice your vehicle is becoming louder the more you drive it, you may need some repairs done to your muffler or exhaust.

 

If you are traveling in downtown Phoenix and you think that there is something going on with your car when you hit a bump, then you might want to get your car checked out. If the car is bouncing too much for your comfort, it's possible the suspension is the issue.

This is something that needs to be checked out sooner, rather than later. You are going to want to get it checked before there is an issue with the parts of the car that are connected to the suspension and you need to pay big time bucks getting…

You shouldn't ever let your vehicle toss you a curve ball. Those curve balls often result in a swing and a miss. A vehicle needs regular maintenance to go the distance. You can't hit a home run without proper preparation. Maintenance is the best way to prepare your vehicle for success. Many skip or wait on maintenance because of their busy schedules.

You don't have to do that with our dealership. Our online service scheduler is a simple to use application. You can set your own individual appointment with just a few clicks. You can browse the…

Tire tread is very important. You depend on your tires to keep you safe on the road, and in order for your tires to be able to do their job on the streets of Phoenix, they need to have a good amount of tread on them.

You want your tires to also wear very evenly so that they will last a long time without you having to replace them. Tires have a certain amount of time that they should last and if they wear unevenly, you will be replacing them a lot sooner than you should be and that gets…

There are many reasons why you will want to change the fluid in your automobile in order to keep it running smoothly and without problems. Issues may arise in your vehicle if you choose to ignore the transmission fluid for a long period of time.

You will want to keep regularly checking your automobile fluids to make sure that they are lubricating the parts properly. You should learn to check your oil and have it changed or replaced within every 3,000 miles of driving. Making sure there is no smell of burning is important because this can indicate that…