WarrantyVisibility Disaster! (Windshield Washer Pump Replacement)Let's say you live in a cold climate where the snowy, icy weather challenges you to clear the salt and debris tossed up on your windshield. You push your windshield washer switch expecting a good stream of fluid so the blades can wipe the glass clean. Yet nothing comes out. Nada, zip. What's g... Read More Posted in Warranty on November 01, 2026 The Car Fix Waukegan Guide to Custom WheelsIf you're interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your vehicle, there are a few things you should know first.Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not all wheels are created equal. Too many Waukegan drivers have bought a set of wheels that caught their eye, th... Read More Posted in Warranty on October 25, 2026 Fuel Saving Tip: Waukegan Tune UpHave you ever gone to listen to an orchestra? The musicians take the stage early and tune their instruments. Each individual instrument must be in tune, but the critical thing is for the entire orchestra to be in tune with each other. That's why they tune up together.Now this is no surprise; I'm ... Read More Posted in Warranty on October 23, 2026 Tracking True in IL: Wheel Alignment in WaukeganThe biggest issue for Waukegan area drivers is always safety. When your vehicle wheels are out of alignment, the vehicle will pull to one side, which could lead to an accident. When you're vehicle is out of alignment, you should have it taken care of right away at Car Fix Waukegan in Waukegan. ... Read More Posted in Warranty on October 11, 2026 A Squirrely Problem (Animals Nesting in Engine)If you park your vehicle outside, you are exposing it to all sorts of critters that would love to use it for nesting, food storage and shelter. There are plenty of pictures online of people who've discovered there was more than an engine under the hood. In one case, the driver of an SUV started... Read More Posted in Warranty on October 04, 2026 Trickle Down TechnologyRecently, Nissan introduced the latest version of its Leaf, the company's electric car. It has many new features, including something called e-Pedal. It allows the driver to let up on the accelerator and, unlike a gasoline engine car, the Leaf doesn't just slowly lose speed; letting off the throt... Read More Posted in Warranty on September 27, 2026 Higher Mileage Service Intervals for WaukeganWaukegan drivers have probably noticed that the government mandates a lot of equipment on cars: emission devices and control computers, safety equipment like airbags and crash worthiness requirements. All of this is great for the motoring public in the Waukegan area, but it does add quite a bit t... Read More Posted in Warranty on September 20, 2026 Put the Brakes On! (Brake Caliper Replacement)Keeping your vehicle's brakes in top shape is one of the most important things you can do for your safety and those on the road with you. Most drivers know a little about brake pads and rotors but maybe not so much about another brake component called the calipers. Disc brakes work by a mechanic... Read More Posted in Warranty on September 13, 2026 Slipping into Fall (Driving with ABS Brakes)As the weather changes over from hot to colder, drivers will have to deal with more slippery streets. And it's important to know how to drive with the brakes you have on your vehicle. In the 1970s, anti-lock braking systems (ABS) started to be installed on vehicles and they've been a game chan... Read More Posted in Warranty on September 06, 2026 Getting the Right Tires and Wheels in WaukeganA lot of people get custom wheels in Waukegan. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes, once they're mounted, they just don't fit right. The tires rub in turns or on bumps. You don't want that. Consulting your Car Fix Wauk... Read More Posted in Warranty on August 30, 2026 |
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