Watching Your Check Engine Light
July 14, 2019
Did you know that most of the cars driving around Walled Lake, Michigan, carry more computer power than the Apollo 121 Lunar Module that landed on the moon in 1969?New cars sold in the Walled Lake area have as many as 12 networked computers and over five miles (eight kilometers) of wiring. In fa... More
Technician Training at ABC Auto Works
July 13, 2019
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 ABC Auto Works in Walled Lake. And even though it may just be routine maintenance, you want it done right by automotive professionals.... More
Synthetic Oil for Walled Lake Autos
July 12, 2019
If you are a driver in Walled Lake 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 ... More
Check Your Shocks and Struts at ABC Auto Works
July 11, 2019
Today we're talking to Walled Lake drivers about shocks and struts. They're so easy for Michigan folks to forget about because they last so long and wear out so slowly. But your shocks are really responsible for keeping your tires on the road so they're very important.Without shocks, your whee... More
Walled Lake, Michigan Winter Prep Service for Your Auto
July 10, 2019
When winter approaches in Michigan, Walled Lake residents break out the sweaters, coats, boots and mittens. We want to be ready for Michigan winter conditions. Your vehicle needs to be ready for winter as well. The last thing Walled Lake residents want is to get stranded out in the cold. You need... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Fuel System Cleaning Near Walled Lake, Michigan
July 9, 2019
A lot of fuel is wasted in the Walled Lake area by dirty fuel delivery systems in vehicles.Let's start at the tank. The gas tank gathers dirt, rust and sediment over the years. That's why there's a fuel filter to clean the fuel after it leaves the tank. A dirty filter will rob the engine of the c... More
Alternative Fuel Vehicles in Walled Lake, Michigan
July 8, 2019
Let's talk about alternative fuel vehicles. In their quest to reduce the use of fossil fuels and harmful exhaust emissions in our Michigan environment, automakers will have a number of alternatives for Walled Lake drivers very soon.For instance, Flex Fuel vehicles are already available in the Wa... More
THE IMPORTANCE OF VISIBILITY (Cleaning Vehicle Glass)
July 7, 2019
We've all been through it. The vehicle ahead of us kicks up mud, slush, snow or salt on our windshield and we can't see a thing. And not being able to see a thing when we're driving? Not a good thing. Debris on a vehicle's glass can be blinding when driving directly into the sun. And other thi... More
What to Do in Case of an Accident in Walled Lake
July 7, 2019
Screeching tires, crunching metal it's an accident! If you've ever been in a car accident in Walled Lake, even a minor one, you know how upsetting it can be. It's hard to think straight and know what to do.Let's review what Walled Lake drivers should do in case of an accident:When an accident o... More
Busted: The Maintenance-Free Myth in Walled Lake
July 6, 2019
There's a segment of the Walled Lake area population that's not committed to proper vehicle maintenance. Now, the ignition system in your vehicle is electronic and controlled by the engine management computer. Spark plugs rarely get fouled and will last for as much as 100,000 miles (160,000 kil... More