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How to Talk to Your Mechanic
We’ve all experienced that fateful day when something in our engine started to clunk, the rear brake squealed, a strange whining came from somewhere or — horror of all horrors — the “check engine” light came on. Yup, we’ve all had to take our cars to the garage at some point. And even if you
- May 31, 2016
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What does the check engine light mean when it’s on?
That is a signal that the onboard diagnostics system (or OBD II) has detected a malfunction in the vehicle’s emissions, ignition or fuel systems. It could be something as simple as a loose gas cap or something as severe as a faulty catalytic converter, so you shouldn’t ignore it. All cars and light trucks have
- October 26, 2015
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Oil Changes: What to know
An oil change at your local doylestown auto shop: Sounds simple, but there’s some pretty important things to know about preventing oil sludge. Oil eventually starts to turn into jelly. Literally – petroleum jelly. Sludge clogs up oil passages and keeps oil from getting to some areas of the engine, causing parts to wear out
- June 3, 2015
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Smiths Auto Repairs in Doylestown makes the top 50 list!!!
Whether you are a mechanic or a car enthusiast, there is a lot you can learn from your fellow mechanics, automotive repair professionals, and car lovers. Some of these people have taken their work and automotive interests to the blogging world, and they have a wealth of expertise, experience, and stories to share. From repair
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