As a vehicle owner, you know how important it is to keep your engine running smoothly. That's where EngineShield comes in. EngineShield is a special engine protection treatment that helps extend the life of your engine, so you can enjoy driving your vehicle for many miles ahead.
The weather in Amherst, NY, can turn pretty treacherous in the winter. One day, you're enjoying a regular day on the roads with the sun shining. But, the temperatures can drop quickly, and roads get wet or icy.
Staying on top of your vehicle's maintenance is important to keep it on the road in Buffalo. One key aspect of vehicle maintenance is Minder Maintenance service at Northtown Automotive Group. But what exactly is Minder Maintenance and why is it so important?
Today's drivers want to stay connected even when behind the wheel. You can do just that with HondaLink, which is available in select new Honda models.
Weather in Tonawanda can get brutal around this time of year. Freezing rain, snow and ice can come out of nowhere and accumulate on your windshield. Are your wipers up for the challenge of making it through another winter? Then, what about spring? That brings a whole other set of challenges. Knowing whether or not you need new windshield wipers depends largely on when you get them replaced by our service team at Northtown Honda.
Average Life Expectancy
Depending on the conditions you encounter during the time, your windshield wipers should last between six months and a year.
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This Spring, it's important to ensure that your vehicle is properly serviced. During the colder winter months, it's not uncommon for cars to deplete and lose stamina by succumbing to the elements. Whether it's because of the cold weather or the fact you haven't been driving as much, Spring is the best time to get things tuned up.
Even if you have a roadside assistance membership, knowing how to change your own flat tire is valuable information. At Northtown Honda, we publish our blog to help you drive better, so we gladly share with you today our tips for changing a flat.
If you discover a flat while driving, resist the urge to immediately stop. Instead, engage your hazard lights, slow to a cautious speed and seek a firm, level stopping place. Next, locate your jack, lug wrench and spare tire. Before raising your car, partially loosen your flat's lug nuts. With the car raised, finish the…
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After you wash your car, you apply one or two layers of wax to the finish to resist dust buildup, resist water, and to make the next wash easier. You know this because you have experienced it. What you did not realize is that the wax serves as the final cleaner of the bits of dirt and grime from the pores of your paint job and seals those pores to reduce further damage. The same concepts apply to your headlights when you restore them.
As the finishing touch to your headlight restoration, you should wax the lights. The wax fills…
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When an auto recall happens, a manufacturer or possibly NHTSA will reveal that a car or different models sharing the same part will have problems. These are called safety recalls. In some cases, the recall may never be necessary because it was a small error on a safety score, but any type of problem can lead to a recall, big or small. The automaker will alert owners of these vehicles to show them what the problem is and how they can repair it. Sometimes, this means that the vehicle will be replaced, though typically only repairs are covered.
Most companies…
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While learning about the different components of your engine may seem intimidating, having some basic knowledge of how your car functions can come in handy and save you money. Learning to spot issues before they become full-blown problems will save you aggravation as well.
A differential is a small box located between your wheels that works together with your transmission to help your wheels spin. One clue your differential is malfunctioning is a breakdown of the lubricating fluid it contains. You'll hear a grinding noise that over time will cause damage and cost more money to repair.
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