Can Your Car Last Another Year?
November 23, 2017
Have you checked out the price of new vehicles at Walled Lake car dealers? Ouch! Add financing and insurance and a new ride may not seem so attractive. A lot of Walled Lake, Michigan, folks are hoping to make their cars last a lot longer.Fortunately, with the current state of automotive engineer... More
Relax When the Wind Blows in Michigan: Winter Car Prep for Walled Lake Drivers
August 21, 2017
When autumn comes around in Walled Lake, leaves fall, nights get longer and there's a definite nip in the air. Time to unpack the boots and gloves and fold some extra blankets onto the beds. It's also time for Walled Lake drivers to winterize their vehicles.Here is some expert auto advice for Wal... More
ABC Auto Works Maintenance Tips: The Belt Goes On
August 16, 2017
All Walled Lake service advisors know that without the alternator, the battery will go dead in a few miles. The serpentine belt may also run the pumps for both the power steering and power brakes. And on many vehicles, the serpentine belt powers the water pump. The water pump circulates coolant... More
Make Your Vehicle Last
July 17, 2017
We live in such a disposable society. It's amazing all the stuff we throw away. New stuff comes out so fast, we just toss the old and move on. In the old days, Michigan folks were real sticklers about taking care of their things. If something got lost or ruined by neglect, tough - they had to do ... More
Serpentine Belt Service at ABC Auto Works
March 21, 2017
Most Walled Lake folks occasionally have days when they've got a bunch of errands to run. Yesterday was my day off and I needed to fill the gas tank, pick up some groceries at my Walled Lake market, swing by the ATM and get the kids from school. I could have made four trips . . . but that would ... More
Why a Trip Inspection Is a Good Idea
February 19, 2017
At ABC Auto Works we get a lot of Walled Lake drivers asking about vehicle trip preparation. That's a big deal. You could be driving through mountains and deserts in some pretty lonely areas around Michigan, so it's important to know that the vehicle is up to the task and won't leave you strande... More
Walled Lake Drivers Severe Service Maintenance Schedules
February 14, 2017
Since driving requirements and lifestyles differ among Walled Lake drivers, your vehicle manufacturer publishes two auto maintenance schedules: the regular schedule and the severe service schedule. Which schedule should Walled Lake drivers follow? Here are some questions to ask yourself:Are most ... More
Your Vehicle Is NOT Maintenance Free, Walled Lake Car Owners
February 7, 2017
A generation ago, Walled Lake drivers seemed to be more inclined to keep their vehicle's preventive maintenance on schedule. One reason for this may be that vehicles back then were a lot less reliable than they are today. Taking your vehicle in to your Walled Lake shop every year or two for repa... More
Serpentine Belt Service at ABC Auto Works in Walled Lake
January 15, 2017
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 used by your vehicle's electrical systems and also charges the battery. Without the alternator, the... More
The Maintenance Free Myth
January 3, 2017
Sometimes we hear people in Walled Lake 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 are also becoming increasingly complicated and use more exotic materials than ever before. All that com... More