2021
Auto Advice For St. Paul Consumers
St. Paul, AB: Signs That There May Be Something Wrong With Your Car's Suspension
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(Posted on Mar 10, 2021 at 11:03PM by Laurel Steele)
Composed of ball joints, springs, shock absorbers, and various other parts, your vehicle’s suspension is an intricate system that influences numerous functions, including handling and traversing uneven surfaces. With so many pieces working in tandem, it’s not unusual for issues or damage to occur over a car’s lifetime.To avoid major repair bills, look for these suspension problem indicators:
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- Difficulty steering under normal driving situations
-Â Overly bumpy rides across usual surfaces
-Â A noticeable pull or drift to the left or right
-Â An apparent imbalance of weight distribution when parked
-Â Excessive bouncing after bumps
-Â Lurching forward when braking
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-Â Overly bumpy rides across usual surfaces
-Â A noticeable pull or drift to the left or right
-Â An apparent imbalance of weight distribution when parked
-Â Excessive bouncing after bumps
-Â Lurching forward when braking
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If you’re observing any of these issues with your car or have traveled over 70,000 miles, it’s time to visit St. Paul Dodge. Contact our team today or schedule an appointment online. You can also check out our other available services here.
5 Signs That Your Car Should Get an Oil Change in St. Paul, AB
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(Posted on Feb 23, 2021 at 08:09PM by Laurel Steele)
The Check Oil light on your dashboard isn’t the only indicator that your car may need an oil replacement. Here are 5 other signs to look for:1. Excessive Mileage: While guidelines for when to change a car’s oil will vary, every three months or 3,000 miles is the average recommendation.
2. Dark or Dirty Oil: Over time, oil will become darker and filled with particles. Be sure to check the colour and consistency with a dipstick every month.
3. Odour Inside Car: If a pungent oil smell permeates into your cabin, this can be a sign of a leak.
4. Exhaust Smoke: Translucent vapour coming out of your tailpipes is normal. Smoke, however, may indicate an oil leak (or other engine problems).
5. Engine Noise: Lack of lubrication can cause metal parts to brush or bump against one another creating loud sounds (and serious damage).
Get your oil changed at St. Paul Dodge and take advantage of our other car maintenance services. Schedule an appointment now.
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AB: How Do I Know if My Car's Spark Plugs Need to Be Replaced?
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(Posted on Feb 18, 2021 at 08:31PM by Laurel Steele)
Regardless of whether you drive a RAM, Dodge, Jeep, or Chrysler, the Service Center team at St. Paul Dodge is here to help with your car maintenance needs. That includes your vehicle’s spark plugs.Though small, this simple device is an essential component to getting a car running. When you start your vehicle, the spark plug will provide - you guessed it - a spark, which ignites the fuel, enabling the engine to spring into action. If this crucial electrical part is malfunctioning, it could mean serious trouble.
There are a number of indicators that suggest a car might require a spark plug replacement, such as poor acceleration, difficulty starting the vehicle, and decreased fuel efficiency. Seeing the dreaded ‘service engine’ light pop up is also a sign that you should consult the experts at St. Paul Dodge.
Of course, you don’t need to wait for your vehicle to display problems to get a car checkup. Schedule an appointment today at the St. Paul Dodge Service Center.
