Brake noise

September 16, 2010

Did you know that brake noise is the number one customer complaint? Your brakes are exposed to rain, road dirt and extreme temperatures. This harsh environment can lead to brake vibration and noise. The two best ways to avoid brake noise are: make sure you have a higher quality brake pad and rotors installed, and [...]

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When you take your vehicle to a new car dealer, an independent garage, a service station, tire store, specialty repair shop, the auto service department of a retail store or any other kind of service facility, you expect to be treated honestly and fairly. You don’t want to be lied to, taken unfair advantage of, told you need parts or services you don’t really need, charged for parts that were not replaced or services that were not performed, cheated in any way or made to feel like you’ve been had, right?

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My "Check Engine" light is on. What does it mean?

March 8, 2010

It means your vehicle’s onboard computer system has self-diagnosed some kind of problem. The “Check Engine” light, which is also called a “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” (MIL) or “Service Engine Soon” (SES) lamp, is there to signal you when a problem occurs that may require attention. This can include anything from a momentary hiccup that has [...]

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How often should the automatic transmission fluid be changed?

March 8, 2010

Most owner’s manuals say it isn’t necessary. Yeah, right. That’s why transmission shops are making a fortune replacing burned out automatic transmissions. For optimum protection, change the fluid and filter every 30,000 miles (unless you have a new vehicle that is filled with Dexron III ATF which is supposed to be good for 100,000 miles). [...]

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How often should I change my fuel filter?

March 8, 2010

For high mileage vehicles, replacing the fuel filter annually for preventative maintenance is a good idea for two reasons. By the time a vehicle is six or seven years old, there can be a fair amount of rust and debris in the fuel tank. Rust can be formed by moisture and condensation, and debris can [...]

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How to tell when your brakes need repair

March 8, 2010

You need a “brake job” when your brake linings are worn down to the minimum acceptable thickness specified by the vehicle manufacturer or the applicable state agency in areas that set their own requirements. The only way to determine if new linings are required, therefore, is to inspect the brakes. You may also need a [...]

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How often should you replace your air filter

March 8, 2010

It’s hard to give a specific time or mileage figure because the life of the filter depends on how much crud it ingests. A filter that lasts 20,000 or even 30,000 miles on a vehicle that’s driven mostly on expressways may last only a month or two in a rural setting where the vehicle is [...]

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Car Myths

January 19, 2010

To paraphrase Mark Twain, it’s not what you don’t know that can come back to bite you; it’s what you know for sure that ain’t true. When it comes to maintaining your car, misconceptions abound. And even the best intentions can lead you to spend more money than necessary or even compromise your safety. Here [...]

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Let Us Earn Your Trust!

January 19, 2010

At Hensley Automotive Service, we want to change the way you think about having your vehicle serviced.  We will earn your trust as we work on your car or truck.  We will provide honest answers to your questions, fairly priced quotes, friendly service, quality auto repair and a complete satisfaction guarantee.  We have a highly [...]

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