Monthly Archives: February 2014

Camarillo Car Care Center Helps You Decipher The Menu Board: Part 2

Camarillo service centers have a menu board that lists the services they provide. Some Camarillo drivers may not be familiar with all of the items on the board so here is a quick description of some of the typical services that might be listed. Camarillo Car Care Center fuel system cleaning: Over time, the SUV fuel system gets gum and varnish built up. A fuel system cleaning gets rid of that and cleans out the fuel injectors. Saves gas, by the way. Camarillo Car Care Center headlamp replacement: Halogen and standard headlamps gradually fade. It’s usually good to change them every year or so. Camarillo Car Care Center inspections: Camarillo drivers get inspections for many reasons. Maybe they’re going on a trip or just want to make sure their vehicle’s ready for CA summer or winter. Maybe they just bought a used SUV and want to give it the once over. An inspection may reveal some things that are broken or ... read more

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Maintenance

Why is My Check Engine Light On?

Why is My Check Engine Light On?

The Check Engine Light strikes fear into the hearts of some Camarillo car owners and is totally ignored by just as many. Just what it means is a mystery to most of us Camarillo car owners. Let’s get the urgency issues out of the way first. If your check engine light is flashing, that means that something is wrong that could cause critical engine damage. Naturally, you need to get that taken care of right away. If your check engine light is flashing, you shouldn’t drive at CA expressway speeds, tow or haul heavy loads. Take it easy all the way to your Camarillo service center. If the light is glowing steadily, you should keep an eye on it for a day or two. If the light doesn’t go off, schedule an appointment with your friendly Camarillo Car Care Center service advisor to get it checked out. Some more Camarillo information on how the Check Engine Light works may be informative for Camarillo drivers. Most of your en ... read more

The Right Fluids for Your Vehicle

Camarillo drivers’ current vehicles have over a century of engineering behind them. They have evolved into complex and powerful machines. Developments in their engines, however, have coincided with advances in many other vehicle components, including the fluids. It’s essential for Camarillo motorists to always use the right type of fluid for their SUV. Your service advisor and your owner’s manual are resources for auto advice on exactly what types of fluid your vehicle needs. Improper fluids can damage your vehicle and void your warranty. Some of the fluids that have changed significantly in recent years are cooling system fluid, brake fluid, transmission fluid and motor oil. Each of these comes in many varieties now, and it’s vital to know exactly which one your SUV needs. Cooling systems were once made of iron, steel and rubber. One coolant could be used to protect all of these materials. But n ... read more

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Fluids

Getting the Right Tires And Wheels In Camarillo

A lot of people get custom wheels in Camarillo. 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 Camarillo Car Care Center tire professional can ensure you get the right fit. First he’ll ask you a series of questions about your Camarillo driving needs and what you want in your new wheels. Now, not every wheel can go on every car. Care must be taken so that tires and wheels are not too large or that the wheel is centered too far towards the outside or the inside so the tires rub. If you don’t want to make any modifications to your SUV, you would need to focus on the wheels that would fit. With trucks, some Camarillo people like much bigger tires so they need a suspension lift. Also, most Camarillo driver ... read more

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Tires and Wheels
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