Why You Have an O2 Sensor (Oxygen Sensor)
July 31, 2022
If someone asked you what gas made up the largest portion of the atmosphere, what would you guess? Well, it's not oxygen; it only makes up 20.9 percent. But since we're talking about oxygen, you should know that your vehicle uses oxygen sensors to make sure your engine is running the way it shou... More
The Key Won't Turn! (Ignition Problems)
July 24, 2022
You've just arrived at the store shopping and you're ready to head home. You put your key in the ignition and oh, no! The ignition won't turn! What do you do now? Don't panic. There are some things you can do to get going again. The first thing to do is see if you have a locking steering wheel... More
Motor Oil?The Synthetic Advantage (Synthetic oil vs Conventional)
July 17, 2022
Youve probably already heard that regular oil changes are extremely important for the health of your vehicles engine. Thats sound advice. But what you might not know is when it comes to motor oil, the real thing may not be the best thing for your engine. There are different types of motor oil: ... More
What Is a Differential and Do You Have One?
July 10, 2022
With front-wheel drive being so common these days in Tampa, FL, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Tampa drivers don't even have to think about it. And rear-wheel drive differentials don't need to be serviced for years, so it's understandable that it's ... More
Severe Service Requirements
July 3, 2022
A lot of Tampa drivers have asked whether or not they should use their severe service maintenance schedule, which is listed in their vehicle's owner's manual. It can be somewhat confusing, so we decided to consult an expert. Cricket Killingsworth is from QMI/Heartland, a manufacturer of automo... More