Posted on 2/25/2022
Regularly inspecting and cleaning your battery terminals will ensure it lasts you a long time. Otherwise, corrosion can eat away the battery life and necessitate a premature battery replacement. Fortunately, you can clean your battery connection points right from your driveway. Here are the six steps on how to clean your battery: Step 1: Find the Battery Most car batteries are located under the hood, with the exception of a few being in the trunk. It is a square-like structure that you can't miss. If you have difficulty finding it, you can always refer to your owner's manual. Step 2: Remove the Terminal Covering The terminals on a battery are typically protected by a plastic or rubber covering. You must remove them to access the connection points. At this point, we recommend putting on a pair of gloves so that you don't get corrosion on your fingers. Step 3: Disconnect the Battery Remove the clamps that are held by nuts and bolts. Start with the negative one first, th ... read more
Posted on 1/31/2022
Each dashboard light has different meanings, and one you should never overlook is the engine/coolant temperature light. When glowing read, it warns you that your engine is on the brink of overheating. Allowing your vehicle to overheat can lead to devastating consequences, such as costly and time-consuming engine repairs. What Does the Engine Coolant Over-temperature Alert Mean? Not all cars have this particular temperature warning light; some vehicles only have a temperature gauge, which has a needle pointing in between "H" = hot and "C" = cold. However, for those with the special light, it looks like a thermometer dipped in coolant fluid. Regardless of the appearance of this cautionary light, the message means that your car is overheating. You should never ignore the engine temperature warning light. If the light comes on your dashboard, you should immediately pull over to a safe area and turn off your engine. You should call for roadside assistance to get your ... read more