Posts in "Maintenance Tips"

When To Make The Decision To Sell Your Vehicle Due To Extensive Repairs

When To Make The Decision To Sell Your Vehicle Due To Extensive RepairsOwning a vehicle comes with a host of responsibilities, including regular maintenance and occasional repairs. However, there comes a point when the cost of repairs outweighs the value of your vehicle. At Clark Automotive in Blaine, MN, we understand that making the decision to sell your vehicle due to extensive repair needs can be a tough one. In this blog post, we’ll explore the factors to consider when facing this dilemma and how our experts can guide you through the process.

Assessing Car Repair Costs: When your vehicle starts demanding frequent and costly repairs, it’s important to evaluate the total repair costs against the current value of your vehicle. If the repairs are projected to cost more than the car’s worth, it might be time to consider other options.

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Troubleshooting Tips For When Your Car Won’t Start

Troubleshooting Tips For When Your Car Won't StartFew things can be more frustrating than arriving at your destination only to discover that your car won’t start. This may make plans difficult and leave you stranded, but before calling for assistance there are steps you can take yourself to diagnose and possibly resolve this problem – we will cover some troubleshooting tips in this blog post to get your vehicle running again! You always have the option of having us look at it for you.

Check the battery: A dead or weak battery may be to blame when a car won’t start, so ensure all terminals are clean and securely attached before using a multimeter to measure battery voltage – anything below 12.4 volts indicates need for recharge or replacement; jump-starting may also help, or calling in professional assistance may be suitable solutions.

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Car Battery Maintenance Tips For The Winter Season

Car Battery Maintenance Tips For The Winter SeasonMinnesotans are used to dealing with the snow and ice that comes each winter season. Oftentimes, motorists prepare their cars with tire chains or switch tires altogether to their winter season treads. Snow brushes and ice scrapers are conveniently mounted in the trunks. But what about some preventative maintenance on your vehicle? When was the last time that you had your vehicle’s battery checked for efficiency? Cold weather has a negative effect on your vehicle’s battery, enough so that you can be stranded anywhere at any time.

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Top Five Mechanical Problems Cars Experience During Minnesota Winters

Top Five Mechanical Problems Cars Experience During Minnesota Winters

Minnesotans are no stranger to harsh winters and deep snows. Even still, there is something that is amazing and mesmerizing about the first flakes of snow falling in the winter. As we have already seen snow this season, this serves as a last-minute reminder to ensure your car’s maintenance is up to date. We, at Clark Automotive in Blaine, have put together the top five issues that we see year after year.

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Importance Of Routine Vehicle Maintenance

Importance Of Routine Vehicle Maintenance Anyone who is knowledgeable about automobiles–from your amazing local mechanic to a sales representative at an auto dealership to a neighbor who does work on his own car and can fix anything–will tell you that periodic maintenance is the key to keeping your vehicle running smoothly and reliably. One of the reasons our automobiles need unscheduled maintenance is that it can be difficult to keep up with the scheduled maintenance recommended by your vehicles’ manufacturers. Clark Automotive has made a name for us by helping our clients with the routine maintenance needed to keep your car in good shape

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Importance Of Tire Maintenance In The Winter

Importance Of Tire Maintenance In The WinterYour tires are a very important safety feature of your car and the only part of the car that has direct contact with the road. Your tires help you carry your precious cargo all over town, to/from work and school, on trips and as the temperatures fall, it is crucial to make sure that your tires are properly maintained. Clark Automotive is a local auto repair shop that specializes in many different types of auto maintenance and repair – at this time of year, we recommend that our clients take note of the following tips for keeping your tires in good shape for the road:

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Tips For Winterizing Your Vehicle In 2022

Tips For Winterizing Your VehicleAs the temperatures starts to dip, it is a good reminder to prepare for the upcoming winter. We all know what winter holds in Minnesota – cold temperatures and freezing precipitation. And the winter of 2022 is predicted to be cold and snowy. This weather can really take a toll on your vehicle, even if you are lucky enough to have a garage to store it in when you are home. The vehicle technicians at Clark Automotive have developed a list of tips for winterizing your vehicle in the coming months:

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Essential Maintenance Tips For The Fall Season

Essential Maintenance Tips For The Fall SeasonMany vehicle owners use the change of seasons to get their cars taken care of. This is a great plan, and as we leave the cooler fall season and head straight into winter, we at Clark Automotive in Blaine, MN want to share some of the more essential maintenance tips to keep your vehicle running at its best. Feel free to ask us to inspect your vehicle as well.

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Tips For A Healthy Transmission

Tips For A Healthy TransmissionA healthy transmission makes for a happy driver. Not only do you want to avoid expensive transmission repairs, but you can extend the life and improve the drivability of your car by taking good care of your transmission. There are many ways to help take care of your transmission or detect a transmission repair early on.

Just like your engine oil, transmission fluid should be replaced at regular intervals. It’s also a good idea to keep an eye on the level and condition of your transmission fluid to stay ahead of potential wear or damage from old or low transmission fluid. In most cars, you can do this by locating the transmission fluid dipstick, which should look like your engine oil dipstick. Low or dirty transmission fluid can cause a host of problems, so it’s best to schedule a transmission service with your technician

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Keeping Up With Preventative Maintenance For Your Vehicle

Keeping Up With Preventative Maintenance For Your VehicleYou rely on your vehicle to get you everywhere. You need it to run smoothly and run for a long time. If you’re not staying on top of these six services, though, your car may not be getting the attention it needs to live its longest life. Find out what these preventative maintenance services are and how they can help your car live its longest, most cost-efficient life!

Motor oil lubricates the engine, keeps your vehicle from overheating, and basically helps your engine run as it should. Naturally, this oil gets dirty over time. Follow the specifications set by your vehicle manufacturer

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