Maintenance
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Myths passed around our Troy , Michigan community start with a grain of evidence and are then built up with a lot of imagination and very elastic logic. And the internet is a breeding ground for au...Published on: Jun 07, 2011 -
In our auto video today we'll be talking with Alan Peterson about myths surrounding automotive maintenance. You can lump these myths into the statement that "modern vehicles are so re...Published on: Aug 31, 2011 -
At MASTER AUTO SERVICE INC we've had a lot of Troy customers asking how they can make their vehicles last longer. These questions are actually a reflection of a trend that's been building for several...Published on: Sep 15, 2011 -
Buying a new car in Troy is always a big financial decision. The allure of that new car smell is powerful, to be sure. But what if your current car is still in good shape? How do you deci...Published on: Sep 21, 2011
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People in Troy have been hearing a lot about higher oil change intervals these days. Maybe you're wondering: What are the key issues?Some new vehicle manufacturers are now recommending much higher ...Published on: Oct 11, 2011 -
Have you checked out the price of new vehicles at Troy car dealers? Ouch! Add financing and insurance and a new ride may not seem so attractive. A lot of Troy , Michigan , folks are hoping to make ...Published on: Oct 19, 2011 -
If you are a driver in Troy 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 ...Published on: Dec 15, 2011 -
Hey Troy - this is something really amazing: Your vehicle uses 12,000 times as much air as fuel when you drive it. All of that air has to be filtered to keep your engine clean.That's like...Published on: Jan 31, 2012 -
Your vehicle is important to you, and keeping it running properly is important to your lifestyle. That's why you're smart enough to have it serviced regularly at MASTER AUTO SERVICE INC in Troy...Published on: Mar 13, 2012
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The government mandates a lot of equipment on cars in Troy , Michigan : emission devices and control computers, safety equipment like airbags and crash worthiness requirements. All of this is great fo...Published on: Apr 05, 2012 -
When your vehicle breaks down in the Troy , Michigan , area, or just needs some routine service, it can make you a little nervous. Because your vehicle's so important to your life, you nee...Published on: Apr 12, 2012 -
The median age for cars in the Troy , Michigan area was over nine years. And two-thirds had over 75,000 miles. At MASTER AUTO SERVICE INC we hear reports that those numbers continue to rise. If you ...Published on: Apr 26, 2012 -
When it comes to their vehicles, some Troy residents don't have a maintenance mindset. They know they need to take care of their cars, but it just seems really hard to get them to remembe...Published on: Jun 22, 2012 -
{{ image('http://autonettv.com/media/thumbs/SerpentineBelt_0909_SusanJoel_SN_s.jpg') }} All Troy service advisors know that without the alternator, the battery will go dead in a few miles. The ser...Published on: Jul 05, 2012 -
Sometimes we hear people in Troy say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's vehicles are extremely reliable, they a...Published on: Jul 18, 2012 -
If you're reading this article in Troy , Michigan , then you probably care about your vehicle and how it runs. Even though you care, there is still that moment of dread when your professional s...Published on: Jul 26, 2012 -
If you've ever heard a squealing sound under your vehicle hood, chances are it was your serpentine belt. More importantly, the belt powers the alternator. The alternator creates electricity that's u...Published on: Oct 02, 2012
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Recalls are pretty serious for Troy residents and don't happen all that often. But sometimes cars have less serious problems that Troy residents still might want to know about. For these less seriou...Published on: Oct 10, 2012 -
High gas prices in Troy increase the cost of living for Michigan drivers. You've probably budgeted a certain amount for vehicle related expenses. Increased fuel costs now consume a larger por...Published on: Oct 19, 2012 -
Since driving requirements and lifestyles differ among Troy drivers, your vehicle manufacturer publishes two auto maintenance schedules: the regular schedule and the severe service schedule. Whi...Published on: Nov 15, 2012