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
The Sign of the Shield (Heat Shield Repair and Replacement)
August 20, 2023
Even in the months where temperatures are cooler, heat is still an enemy of your vehicle. When your engine runs, it creates heat, so there are numerous heat shields that protect other parts from those higher temperatures. Heat shields are installed around several areas of the exhaust system. Ot... More
A Clean Start (Battery Cleaning)
August 13, 2023
Your vehicle is loaded with electrical devices. Computerized components are everywhere, so good electrical connections are important. Those begin with your vehicle's battery, so it's important that its connections are in top shape. Ever had a flashlight that didn't work, took out the old batteri... More
Servicing High Mileage Vehicles at Kwik Kar Saginaw
August 6, 2023
The price of gas and the uncertain economy are both causing TX residents to review their finances. More and more Saginaw drivers are opting to keep their vehicles longer and put off purchasing a newer car. It is estimated that two-thirds of the vehicles on the roads of North America today have o... More
Rotation Explanation (Tire Rotation Patterns)
July 30, 2023
You may notice that when you get your vehicle's oil changed, your service adviser may recommend that you have your tires rotated at the same time. The reasons are simple. That will allow your tires to wear more evenly and reduce the noise your tires make as you drive down the road. There are di... More
Oil Times are a-Changin' (Oil Change Synthetic)
July 23, 2023
When it comes to oil changes, things are really changing. Most newer vehicles require synthetic oil, and while it costs more than conventional oil, it doesn't need to be changed as often. When conventional oil was the only game in town, you changed your oil every 3,000 miles/5,000 km. But as tec... More