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How to Charge a Car Battery

Have you ever accidentally left your vehicle's interior light on overnight only to be greeted the next morning with a dead battery? If your battery isn't very old, chances are you can resuscitate it with either a jump or your battery charger.

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What Is a Differential in the Automotive Industry?

There are many different working parts that contribute to how your vehicle works. A differential is something that your vehicle has, but you probably don’t even know that it exists, let alone know when it’s working. A differential determines which of your wheels are receiving torque when your vehicle is sliding around a corner.

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Mopar Delivers Added Coverage

Owned and run by Chrysler, Mopar provides added warranty coverage to vehicle owners. A Chrysler owner may find purchasing extended coverage valuable, as problems could sometimes arise unexpectedly. Would it not be best to have the most reliable coverage in place when something goes wrong? A Mopar contract could provide a potential solution, depending on the necessary repairs.

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Belts & Hoses: Warning Signs

Even if you have been changing your oil regularly and maintaining your air filters, you may not have checked other important components for your car to run properly. If your car has been overheating, vibrating strangely, or making loud screeching noises, then you likely have an issue with your belts or hoses. 

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Do You Know When Your Tires Need to Be Replaced?

Every time your car's tires come into contact with the road, a little of the rubber wears away. After thousands of miles, your tires may show low tread. An easy way to tell that your tires need to be replaced is to measure the tread thickness. Insert a penny into the tire's slots, and if Lincoln's head shows, you need new tires.

Another way to tell if your tires need to be replaced is if they are worn unevenly. While rotation can help some with uneven tire wear, the tread may be too thin in one place…

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Learn More About Different Warranty Options

A vehicle may have two different types of warranties. One is referred to as a powertrain warranty while the other is referred to as a bumper-to-bumper warranty. The powertrain warranty generally covers the engine, transmission and other parts that are used to propel the vehicle. The bumper-to-bumper warranty covers the remaining portions of the car.

In some cases, a dealer may only provide a powertrain warranty or a bumper-to-bumper warranty. As a general rule, the powertrain warranty may be more valuable because it covers repairs to what are generally the most expensive parts...

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Too Many Oil Changes Can Bring Bad News

Believe it or not, but choosing to have oil changes sooner than you need can be a bad thing. You were probably once told to get your oil changed every 3,000 miles. Many vehicles of yesteryear required an oil change at those types of intervals. Newer vehicles aren't in the 3,000-mile ballpark. Most only need an oil change every 7,000 miles or so. Some can even go 10,000 miles. You could be wasting money if you're getting an oil change every 3,000 miles.

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Don't Substitute Windshield Wiper Fluid

Cleaning your windshield with the press of a button is something that is often taken for granted. When an unfortunate little bug flies in front of your windshield, you can wash them away very easily. This is because of the windshield washer fluid. If you are using water instead, your windshield is not as clean as it could be.

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