
Archive for January 2022Automotive Tips from Franklin Auto Service: Air Conditioning InspectionPosted January 30, 2022 8:44 AMMost auto manufacturers recommend an interval for an air conditioning system inspection. The inspection uncovers leaks, worn hoses and assesses the condition of the other components.
It's About Time: Following Service Intervals at Franklin Auto ServicePosted January 23, 2022 11:38 AMThere are a lot of things in life that Franklin residents have to do on a regular basis. We wash dishes every day, do our laundry and mow our lawns every week, and pay the bills every month. We should go to our Franklin dentist twice a year and see our doctor for a check-up once a year. When we don't stay on schedule with these routines, it can lead to embarrassing, painful or expensive consequences. Scheduled maintenance is also part of good vehicle care. Franklin drivers should take their vehicles in regularly for a good check-up. But many folks struggle to remember — or actually even ignore — this auto advice. When it comes to our vehicles, we're more likely to listen to, “If it ain't broke, don't fix it,” than, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Yet it is the second adage that is the more applicable one. Franklin Auto Service Move it or Lose It (Dormant Vehicles)Posted January 16, 2022 12:21 PMWhen it comes to your vehicle, driving it too much can cause some issues. But what about not driving a vehicle enough? That has consequences as well. Here are a few things that can happen if a vehicle isn't driven enough. When the engine doesn't operate, the oil isn't lubricating. That means some mechanisms that need periodic lubrication aren't getting it. And oil that sits around breaks down over time. In fact, some experts say you should change oil more often if your vehicle sits in the driveway than if you drive it regularly. You've heard that expression, "Take it on the highway and blow out the engine.” Well, carbon buildup used to be a problem in older vehicles. But the real culprit these days is moisture that builds up from combustion if your vehicle never gets hot enough to burn it off. That water vapor can mix with oil and cause sludge to form. There are many vehicle systems (battery, exhaust system, engine seals, etc.) that benefit from driving your vehicle at its optimal operating temperature for a while. Spark plugs can deteriorate unless they are fired up. The gas tank can rust from the inside if the metal is exposed from not having fuel in it. Rodents and insects may see a sitting vehicle as a luxury hotel. Brakes can rust after sitting around without being used. Seals and gaskets can dry out. One wise thing to do is check the operating manual. Some will spell out a maintenance schedule for vehicles that aren't driven regularly. One suggestion? Discuss your vehicle's maintenance with your service advisor. Let him or her know how often you drive the vehicle and what you use it for. Then, you can come up with a maintenance schedule tailored for you, one that might not be covered in the owner's manual. If you do have a vehicle that's been sitting around for a long time, it may be wise to have it towed to your service facility rather than trying to drive it with brakes that may not work, spark plugs that may not fire reliably and other systems that may compromise your safety and those of others on the road. You may think it's great to have a low-mileage vehicle that you've barely driven, but a complicated, sophisticated machine such as a car, SUV or truck needs regular attention to keep it running safely… and reliably. Franklin Auto Service Shake It up in Franklin!: Why Wheel BalancingPosted January 9, 2022 10:40 AMOur vehicles are not massage chairs. While we may enjoy a good vibration in an overstuffed recliner, we generally want as smooth a ride as possible in our vehicles. One way to achieve this is to keep a vehicle's wheels in balance. When a tire is mounted onto a wheel, it is usually out of balance. This means that as the wheel spins, there is a slight wobble to the path of the tire. For best handling performance and safety on the road, Franklin drivers want to minimize this wobble as much as possible. So we balance our tires. To balance a tire, your technician at Franklin Auto Service spins it on a machine or drum to determine where it is off-balance. He then attaches weights that counter-balance the uneven weight. Most people in Franklin are surprised at how much balancing improves the smoothness of their ride. High-quality tires generally hold their balance well. But over time, wear and tear take their toll and tires can become unbalanced. Franklin drivers can tell when a front tire is unbalanced if they feel a vibration in the steering wheel. If a back tire is unbalanced, you'll feel a vibration in your seat. You may not notice these vibrations until they get fairly serious — or until someone else drives your vehicle — because they usually develop slowly. If a vibration starts abruptly, it usually means you've lost a balancing weight. The average tire rotates at about 850 revolutions per minute at 60 mph/97 kmh. When a tire is out of balance, it actually hops down the road, rather than rolling. So at 60 mph/97 kph, it is slamming into the pavement 14 times a second. That's what creates the vibration. When tires are out of balance, they wear out more quickly. The lack of balance also causes extra wear on shocks, struts, steering components and suspension parts. Getting a balance job at Franklin Auto Service in Franklin can prevent repair bills and even an accident. It will improve the safety of your vehicle as well as its handling performance. When you change your rims or get a flat repaired at Franklin Auto Service, you'll need to get your tires balanced as well. When you rotate your tires, you may want to have them balanced, too. Some Franklin vehicle owners, however, only balance their wheels every other rotation. You can check your owner's manual to see what is recommended for your vehicle. Balancing your tires is part of preventive maintenance. It keeps your vehicle in good repair and prevents damage to many of its components. So practice good vehicle care and make it a point to keep your tires balanced. It's quality auto advice from Franklin Auto Service. Massage chairs may vibrate away our worries, but unbalanced tires will just rattle Franklin drivers' nerves. Franklin Auto Service
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Franklin Auto Service Beware of Cheap Tires in FranklinPosted January 1, 2022 8:41 AMDo you like to shop for shoes in Franklin? Franklin drivers should also think about the safety aspect of tires. The tires do a lot of work – they carry the weight of the vehicle and you and your passengers. You want to be sure they hold the road and provide good traction on MI freeways and surface streets. If you carry heavy loads or tow a trailer on MI highways, the tires need a high load rating.
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