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Half the cars on the road today are more than 10 years old. Once your car hits that double digit mark, it is twice as likely to break down on the road and four times as likely to need a tow according to AAA. It's no surprise that older vehicles are more likely to encounter a serious breakdown, but it is surprising just how many people are at risk.
Read MoreMost vehicles start out with a “new car smell,” but there are other specific odors that you should never ignore. Identifying these suspect smells early on can help you be car care aware and avoid the hassle and expense of an unexpected breakdown. 1. The smell of burnt rubber could be slipping drive belts or misplaced loose hoses that might be rubbi...
Read MoreLook and listen for the following warning signs that your brakes need to be inspected: - Low Pedal: does the brake pedal almost touch the floor before engaging? - Hard Pedal: are you applying extreme pressure to the pedal before brakes engage. - Noise: grinding, screeching or clicking noises when applying the brakes.
Read MoreWhen we inspect your brakes or components, there is a thorough check over of ALL brake components to ensure safe braking. Often, if you're experiencing rapid brake wear or uneven wear, there are underlying causes that need to be addressed. Here is an example of some brake pads that came off the same caliper on a vehicle. Only one side is worn down....
Read MoreWe'll REMAIN OPEN during the Shelter In Place state order. We are here to help you. See how: -FREE PICKUP and DROP OFF of your vehicle for repairs. -Key drop and phone payment so you don't need to come inside. -Extra sanitizing inside your vehicle. Let us help you with your auto repairs during this difficult time.
Read MoreA PROPERLY MAINTAINED VEHICLE IS A SAFER VEHICLE! Imagine being on your family vacation or on road trip and you have a tire blow out on the highway, in the middle of nowhere, with no repair facility in sight. Now imagine not having to worry about that scenario because you had your vehicle inspected by our professional technicians at Fix It Forward...
Read MoreHave you checked your rear end lately? On your vehicle of course! ;) We can help keep your axles in tip top condition. From fluid changes to seal replacement even limited slip clutches get worn and cause chatter or binding. Your rear end is one of the last moving parts to put your vehicles power to the ground to keep you moving. It's important to c...
Read MoreWe at Fix It Forward Auto Care can keep your high mileage vehicle reliable and on the road. Maintenance is the key, from fluid changes, flushes, spark plugs, timing belts and brakes. Check out this 436,000 mile 2009 Ford Fusion! It might have gained some dents, scratches and rust spots over the last 11 years but it has been reliable transportation....
Read MoreGM has offered active fuel management in several of it's cars and light trucks for the last 13 years or so. This helps your vehicle use less fuel by deactivating cylinders under certain driving conditions when less power is needed. While this is a good method to save fuel, it can become problematic at times. From lifters to oil pressure issues or s...
Read MoreSome jobs are bigger than others due to the design of the vehicle. To replace something as simple as the rear AC lines on the Ford Explorer, one needs to drop the entire rear suspension because the AC lines go between the suspension subframe and the chassis. Book your appointment today! 218-284-3200.
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