Why You Have an O2 Sensor (Oxygen Sensor)
April 10, 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
For 4x4s (Maintenance of 4x4 Vehicles)
April 3, 2022
Some people love 4x4 vehicles, the true 4-wheel drive works of engineering like Jeeps and 4x4 pickups that allow you to seemingly go anywhere on the planet. You can climb up a 40-degree rock trail with some planning and skill (always careful to protect the environment, of course), or you can get ... More
Good Timing: Proper Timing Belt Replacement Saves Money for Saginaw Drivers
March 27, 2022
Knowing how their engine works can help Saginaw drivers make informed decisions about auto care and prevent repairs to their vehicles. This is especially true when it comes to timing belts.An engine's power is generated in the cylinders. Inside the cylinder is a piston that moves up and down whi... More
Wash Me, Wash Me Right (How to Wash a Vehicle)
March 20, 2022
Most would agree they'd rather drive around in a clean, shiny vehicle than one coated with a layer of dirt. When warmer weather comes around, some of us are bound and determined to wash our own vehicles. And to protect the paint and its luster, there are a few things to keep in mind when you ge... More
Air Conditioning Service in Saginaw
March 13, 2022
Hey Saginaw! Let's talk about one of our TX summertime must-haves: your car A/C. It's real easy for Saginaw drivers to take their car's air conditioner for granted. Just push the right buttons and out comes cool, dry, clean air. But your air conditioning system needs attention from time to time t... More
Gas Smell! (What Causes Gasoline Odors)
March 6, 2022
If you've ever walked into your garage and noticed it smelled like gasoline, pay attention. Gasoline can be dangerous, both from the health problems fumes can cause and the fire danger gasoline presents. There are many things that can cause a vehicle to give off a gasoline odor. One of the easi... More
Drive Train - What You Need to Know in Saginaw
February 27, 2022
One Saginaw automotive service issue that doesn't get much attention is driveline service. Drivelines don't get talked about very much around Saginaw, but they're very important. First let's define what the driveline is:Taking a small step back, the power plant is comprised of the engine and tran... More
The Cable Guy (Battery Cables and Maintenance)
February 20, 2022
If you've ever noticed your vehicle's lights are dim or not working at all, the problem could be many things. But one possibility is your battery cables aren't doing their job. A power outage in your vehicle is similar to one in your house and needs to be repaired to get things back to normal. ... More
Drive Train Service in Saginaw at Kwik Kar Saginaw
February 13, 2022
The drive train in your vehicle includes all the components that transfer power from the transmission to the wheels. Those components differ depending on what type of vehicle you drive, namely, front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. The preventive maintenance y... More
The Need for Speed (Wheel Speed Sensor Maintenance)
February 6, 2022
Today's vehicles have some pretty amazing technology in them, including a computerized braking system we all pretty much take for granted these days. Antilock brake systems (ABS) have been around for years but they help drivers stop in much shorter distances reliably than ever before. When you ... More