Looking Down the Road - Headlamps
April 17, 2022
If you've ever been driving around Clawson and had a headlamp go out, you've probably just wanted to replace the bad bulb. If your car uses halogen headlamps, they dim over time. So if you just put in one, they won't have the same brightness, which can be distracting and will affect your field of... More
Are Modern Vehicles Maintenance Free?
October 25, 2020
In our auto video today we'll be talking with Alan Peterson about myths surrounding automotive maintenance. You can lump these myths into the statement that "modern vehicles are so reliable, they are virtually maintenance free."Any good myth has some elements of truth. No offense to Clawson Bigf... More
Clawson Drivers Severe Service Maintenance Schedules
July 26, 2020
Since driving requirements and lifestyles differ among Clawson drivers, your vehicle manufacturer publishes two auto maintenance schedules: the regular schedule and the severe service schedule. Which schedule should Clawson drivers follow? Here are some questions to ask yourself:Are most of your ... More
Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)
July 19, 2020
You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and it sits at the bottom of the engine. The oil pan is a vital, though simple, part of your engine's... More
The Harm in Skipping an Oil Change for Clawson Drivers
June 21, 2020
People in Clawson have been hearing a lot about higher oil change intervals these days. Maybe you're wondering: What are the key issues?Some new vehicle manufacturers are now recommending much higher oil change intervals than they have in the past. As much as 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8,000 km to 13... More
The Importance of Clawson Drivers Following Service Intervals
January 18, 2020
Today in our Top Tech Auto Repair Clawson blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life in Clawson with recommended intervals: Let's start with twice yearly dental check-ups and regular physical exams. How about laundry, ... More
Maintenance on My Mind
January 14, 2020
Ask any Clawson man or woman if they've taken their vehicle in for preventive maintenance lately, and the answer may well be no. Surveys indicate that over 80% of vehicles on the road today are in need of some kind of repair or maintenance. Now, ask that same person why he hasn't taken his car in... More
Maintaining Your Older Car in Clawson, Michigan
October 6, 2019
The government mandates a lot of equipment on cars in Clawson, Michigan: emission devices and control computers, safety equipment like airbags and crash worthiness requirements. All of this is great for the Clawson motoring public, but it does add quite a bit to the price of a new vehicle.Because... More
Serpentine Belt Service at Top Tech Auto Repair Clawson
September 15, 2019
Most Clawson folks occasionally have days when they've got a bunch of errands to run. Yesterday was my day off and I needed to fill the gas tank, pick up some groceries at my Clawson market, swing by the ATM and get the kids from school. I could have made four trips . . . but that would have bee... More
Synthetic Oil for Clawson Autos
May 12, 2019
If you are a driver in Clawson and you aren't currently using synthetic motor oil in your vehicle, maybe now's the time to consider it. Need more information? Well, synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. Synthetic oil doesn't gel or gum-up like petroleum based oil and it d... More