Fluids
Every one of us has a little procrastinator inside us. Some put off getting our teeth cleaned. Others put off answering our emails. Yet others put off calling friends and family (sorry, Uncle Joe). And there are those of us who put off getting our vehicle's service done, whether it's a repair or ...
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Posted in Fluids
on May 01, 2022
If you've ever noticed your vehicle's lights are dim or not working at all, the problem could be many things. But one possibility is your battery cables aren't doing their job. A power outage in your vehicle is similar to one in your house and needs to be repaired to get things back to normal....
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Posted in Fluids
on August 01, 2021
Quick question. Which is tougher on a vehicle's battery, the heat or the cold? Believe it or not, it's the heat. Think about it. The battery often sits in the engine compartment next to that motor generating lots of heat. That can accelerate corrosion in the battery and may even cause water i...
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Posted in Fluids
on July 11, 2021
It's important for Sterling Heights drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery hot or cold Michigan weather. Most Sterling Heights area drivers think it's cold weather because that's when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold veh...
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Posted in Fluids
on February 14, 2021
Colder weather brings out the worst in a vehicle's battery. On a very cold day, you may have experienced that your engine cranks slowly when starting. But while it may be the battery itself, it may also be the parts that transfer the power to other the other electrical components, the battery c...
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Posted in Fluids
on November 29, 2020
Changes in vehicle design and manufacture have resulted in changed fluid requirements for our vehicles. With the sophistication of engines, transmissions, differentials, etc., it's best for Sterling Heights residents to always use the proper type of fluid for their vehicle. Using incorrect fluid...
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Posted in Fluids
on June 07, 2020
The automotive professionals at Sterling Tire & Auto would like to give Sterling Heights drivers an update on some of the things happening in automotive fluids. You know, vehicles are becoming more sophisticated every day. Fluids such as, oil, coolant and transmission fluid are becoming more sp...
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Posted in Fluids
on May 01, 2020
Today's report from Sterling Tire & Auto is on vehicle batteries, why they die and what we can do to lengthen their life. Most of us have had a dead battery at one time or another. In fact, it would be very unusual if you hadn't. You may be surprised to learn that only 30 percent of Sterling Heig...
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Posted in Fluids
on April 09, 2020
Hello Sterling Heights drivers, let's talk about batteries. Car batteries are just like any rechargeable battery. They will eventually wear out and die. If you are shopping for a new battery in Sterling Heights, here's some auto advice to help you.There are two measurements to consider when purc...
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Posted in Fluids
on April 03, 2020
Your parents probably taught you to have common sense. When it comes to your vehicle, common scents can also come in handy. Different smells may tell you about some conditions in your vehicle that need attention.For example, you know what rotten eggs smell like. If you smell them around your ve...
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Posted in Fluids
on February 23, 2020
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