Battery Maintenance Tips From ABC Auto Works
April 14, 2019
When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn't working efficiently, your alterna... More
The Right Fluids for Your Vehicle
April 14, 2019
The current vehicles in the market have over a century of engineering behind them. They have evolved into complex and powerful machines. Developments in their engines, however, have coincided with advances in many other vehicle components, including the fluids.It's up to people in Walled Lake to... More
ABC Auto Works & Tire Center Guide To Using the Correct Fluids in Your Vehicle
April 6, 2019
Today's ABC Auto Works & Tire Center post focuses on using the proper fluids for your vehicle. Significant advancements in automotive technology have lead to the development of high-tech fluids to keep modern cars operating at peak performance. This is due to both engineering advances and ... More
Super Slick at ABC Auto Works in Walled Lake: Synthetic Oil
March 12, 2019
When you get an oil change, it's always a safe bet to just use the type of oil the manufacturer recommends. But sometimes we're asked if we'd like conventional or synthetic motor oil. We glance at the price tags on the two options and choose the cheaper one. But in this case, the more expensive ... More
Sniffing Out a Problem
March 3, 2019
Your parents probably taught you to have common sense. When it comes to your vehicle, common scents can also come in handy. Different smells may tell you about some conditions in your vehicle that need attention. For example, you know what rotten eggs smell like. If you smell them around your ve... More
A New Battery in Walled Lake
February 22, 2019
Hello Walled Lake drivers, let's talk about batteries. Car batteries are just like any rechargeable battery. They will eventually wear out and die. If you are shopping for a new battery in Walled Lake, here's some auto advice to help you.There are two measurements to consider when purchasing a n... More
The ABC Auto Works Basic Guide To Synthetic Oil
February 17, 2019
Synthetic motor oil has been around for a long time, and more and more new vehicles are leaving factories with synthetic in their engines. But a lot of drivers don't really know much about it.Let's start with conventional oil the kind folks are used to. Conventional oil is made up of naturally o... More
Does My Choice in Oil Affect Change Intervals?
July 23, 2018
Oil changes are probably the most recognized service on a vehicle. Almost all Walled Lake residents know about them. But do we know enough?Several decades ago, oil changes were fairly standard: every three months or 3,000 miles or 5,000 kilometers. But recent advances in both engine technology a... More
Procrastination Prevention in Walled Lake
July 9, 2018
Every one of us has a little procrastinator inside us. Some put off getting our teeth cleaned. Others put off answering our emails. Yet others put off calling friends and family (sorry, Uncle Joe). And there are those of us who put off getting our vehicle's service done, whether it's a repair or ... More
Michigan: What Is the Risk of High Oil Change Intervals?
May 6, 2018
Michigan residents may have heard that vehicles don't need their oil changed as often as they used to. That's true. But it's not the whole story.Owing to improved engine technology and higher oil quality, most newer vehicles can go longer between oil changes than their older counterparts.So what ... More