When "Oh, no!" Turns Into, "All right!"
October 29, 2023
Things we don't expect happen to our vehicles. And let's face, no one really wants to spend money on an unexpected repair. But if you are putting off going to your vehicle repair facility because you're dreading bad news, you might just be putting off some good news. There was one minivan driver ... More
The Best Book that's Not a Best-Seller
October 22, 2023
Sometimes the movie is better than the book, sometimes it's the other way around. But when it comes to your vehicle, the best book of all is the owner's manual. The plot is simple: Owner wants long life and dependable performance from the vehicle, manual has the way to achieve that long life and... More
Straight Ahead (Wheel Alignment)
October 15, 2023
If every road was straight and smooth, we wouldn't have to worry much about wheel alignment. But they're not, so we do. Hitting potholes or driving on rough pavement can knock your vehicle out of alignment and you'll notice it in one of several ways. Your steering wheel may not be centered when ... More
Got it Covered! (Timing Cover Maintenance)
October 8, 2023
You may have heard at one time or another about something called a timing belt or timing chain in your engine. And you may know that if they fail well, let's just say that there can be some major engine damage. So obviously, we want our timing belts and chains to be in tip-top shape. One part t... More
Don't Neglect Your Spare (Spare Tire Care)
October 1, 2023
If you've ever had a flat tire, then you know welcome it is to have a spare tire that is properly inflated, in good shape and easy to get to. Problem is many of us don't even give our spare tire (if we even have one) a second thought. If you have an SUV or truck with a spare, it may be mounted o... More
Synthetic Oil for Saginaw Autos
September 24, 2023
If you are a driver in Saginaw and you aren't currently using synthetic motor oil in your vehicle, maybe now's the time to consider it. Need more information? Well, synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. Synthetic oil doesn't gel or gum-up like petroleum based oil and it d... More
In That Case? (Transfer Case Exchange)
September 17, 2023
Ever wonder how all-wheel-drive or 4-wheel-drive vehicles get the power from the engine to the front and rear wheels? The magic happens in what's called a transfer case. In some all-wheel-drive vehicles, it's sometime called a power take-off unit, or PTU. Inside the transfer case is a set of gea... More
Alternator Facts (Failing Alternator)
September 10, 2023
If you notice that your headlights are flickering at night, that's something to pay attention to. While there could be many different things that could cause that problem, one possibility is your vehicle's alternator. The alternator takes mechanical energy from the engine and turns it into electr... More
Exhaust Service at Kwik Kar Saginaw in Saginaw
September 3, 2023
Whenever they hear the term "exhaust service," most Saginaw residents think about exhaust pipes and mufflers. Well, actually, exhaust service at Kwik Kar Saginaw is a lot more comprehensive these days. For example, catalytic converters were mandated in 1976 and on-board emission control computers... More
What Saginaw Automotive Service Consumers Should Know
August 27, 2023
There are some things drivers should know about Saginaw car service and repair. First and foremost, Kwik Kar Saginaw cares about you and your family's safety. And we really appreciate your business. Kwik Kar Saginaw in Saginaw wants to build a trusting relationship that becomes the foundation fo... More