September 2024

Steering You Right (Power Steering Fluid Service)

Its important for safe driving that two of the most important systems in your vehicle work right. One is the brakes. The other is the steering. Nearly all vehicles on the road have some sort of power steering that allows you to direct a very heavy machine with little effort. There are two ty... Read More

Posted in Steering on September 29, 2024

Star Lube of Grove Brake Service for Safe Stopping in Grove

Let's talk about something critical for all Grove drivers: your brakes. Your vehicle is heavy, and it takes a lot of muscle to bring it and your passengers to a safe stop so everything needs to be in good working order.Here's an explanation on how your disc brakes work:The wheel hub keeps your... Read More

Posted in Older Vehicles on September 22, 2024

Road Trip? Check! (Trip Inspection)

After months of postponing travel far away from home, a lot of us can't wait to hit the road and scream "Road Trip!" again. But how long has it been since the vehicle you're planning on taking has had a thorough inspection? And is it roadworthy for several days on the highway? Time to schedule a... Read More

Posted in Inspection on September 15, 2024

Professional Fuel System Cleaning

Getting adequate fuel to your engine is very important for performance, fuel economy and safety. In order to accomplish this, your fuel system needs to be clean.Today's production cars have fuel injectors, rather than a carburetor. The injectors need to be cleaned from time to time in order to de... Read More

Posted in Fuel System on September 08, 2024

Automotive Tips from Star Lube of Grove: A Broken or Damaged Timing Belt

The timing belt rotates the cam shafts which open and close the valves that allow air, fuel, and exhaust to flow through the engine as it powers your car when you drive around Grove.An old timing belt can lose a tooth in the belt allowing it to slip. The engine could stop or misfire. Timing belt ... Read More

Posted in Timing Belt on September 01, 2024

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