June 2024Such a Little Part (Climate Control Resistor)You expect your heater/air conditioner to work like it should. You have a control for temperature and one for fan speed. You even have a control for what vents the air comes out of. Don't be surprised one day if your blower fan develops a mind of its own and starts going crazy. Most of the ti... Read More Posted in Windshield Wipers on June 30, 2024 Let's Clear Some Things Up (Headlight Restoration)You know how exposing your skin to sunlight can cause sunburn and other unhealthy things. Sunlight can also create major problems for your headlights. After they've been exposed to ultraviolet light, acrylic headlights can yellow and fog due to oxidation. And when that happens, less light can ... Read More Posted in Headlamps on June 23, 2024 Automotive Tips from Star Lube of Grove: When to Replace a Damaged TireRepair or Replace? Thats a question Grove drivers ask when they have tire damage. Some punctures cannot be repaired because of their size or location. Punctures larger than a quarter of an inch (6.4 mm) are considered too large to be safely repaired. Punctures in the sidewall or near the shoulder... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on June 16, 2024 Automotive Tips from Star Lube of Grove: Alignment InspectionUneven tire wear, the car pulling to one side or a steering wheel that is off-center are signs for Grove drivers that their wheels may be out of alignment.When doing an alignment inspection, the service advisor at Star Lube of Grove will inspect your tires for uneven wear as well as suspension an... Read More Posted in Automotive News on June 09, 2024 The Engine Gets a Boost (Turbocharged Engine Maintenance)If someone told you that your vehicle could have the same power but with a smaller engine, wouldn't that sound like great idea? Just think, a smaller engine would save you money at the gas station and you'd still get the same horsepower.The technology to do just that has been around for a long t... Read More Posted in Maintenance on June 02, 2024 |
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