Stopping "Brake" Downs (Brake Pad Replacement)
February 4, 2024
If someone tells you to put the brakes on something, you know it means stop. And stopping is one of the most important safety maneuvers you can do in any vehicle. That means your brakes have to work properly. Let's face it. You stop dozens of times every time you drive. And over time, that t... More
Refresh Your Brakes (Brake Fluid Exchange)
January 1, 2023
Brakes are one of your vehicle's most important safety components, and you may have noticed that they don't stop as surely as they used to. Maybe it takes you applying a little more pressure to them than before, or perhaps you get the feeling that they're not stopping you as quickly. Those could... More
Oh, Stop! (Disc Brake Service)
October 30, 2022
Every time you drive your vehicle, you wear down your brakes just a little bit. And after a while, that adds up. Gradually, your stopping power isn't like it used to be. Since brakes are one of your vehicle's most important safety features, it just makes sense to keep them performing well. Mos... More
Deciphering the ABC Auto Works Menu Board
March 7, 2021
Let's talk about deciphering the auto service menu board. Walled Lake, Michigan, service centers like ABC Auto Works have a board that lists the routine services they provide. But some people don't know what these services really are unless they ask. Let's go down a typical list, in alphabetical... More
Give me a Brake (Light)!
January 19, 2020
If that little brake warning light pops up on your dash, do you know what it means? Well, if you said no, you wouldn't be alone. You know it has something to do with your brakes, but exactly what? You're not sure. One of the reasons is that it could mean a lot of different things. It could be som... More
Easy Miles ? Do Walled Lake Driving Conditions Affect Service Intervals?
January 19, 2020
Have you ever noticed that your vehicle has a schedule in your owner's manual for what is called severe service maintenance? Let's define what severe driving conditions aren't: The easiest driving a vehicle experiences is traveling on the interstate for 20 miles (32 kilometers) or more at a cons... More
How Many Miles Are On Your Car?
June 5, 2019
Nowadays, Walled Lake auto owners are paying more at Novi gas pumps. For some families in the greater Novi area, it adds up to several hundred dollars every month. Thats got to come out of the budget somewhere. This is one of the reasons many Michigan auto owners are putting off buying a n... More
Recommended Walled Lake Service Intervals
June 3, 2019
Everyone in Walled Lake, Michigan, knows we are advised to go to our Walled Lake dentist twice a year. Oral-conscious Walled Lake residents have a teeth-cleaning and examination. Once a year, we get x-rays to look for problems that can't be seen with the naked eye. When our dentist is done, he/s... More
Recommended Service Intervals at ABC Auto Works
May 31, 2019
Most people in the Walled Lake area are aware that automotive manufacturers have recommended service intervals. Following recommended service intervals is very important. The engineers that design our vehicles have tested the various systems and components to meet durability and safety standards.... More
Is Your Walled Lake Driving Severe?
May 26, 2019
People near Walled Lake, Michigan, often ask ABC Auto Works how often they should have a particular service done. It's a great thing to ask. You can look at your owner's manual or have your Walled Lake, Michigan, service advisor at ABC Auto Works look up your vehicle in a service database. What y... More