Fuel Saving Tip: Tire Pressure Saves Fuel in Farmington Hills
July 31, 2022
Underinflated tires waste gas for lots of folks in the Farmington Hills area. Think how hard it is to walk in sand you just have to work harder because of the resistance. When your tires don't have enough air in them, their rolling resistance is dramatically increased and it simply takes more ga... More
Brake Service at Hal's Auto Clinic Farmington Hills in Farmington Hills
July 24, 2022
Brakes really aren't optional equipment for Farmington Hills drivers' vehicles. And taking care of them isn't optional either.A regular brake inspection is on every MI driver's vehicle maintenance schedule. At Hal's Auto Clinic Farmington Hills, our team will check your brake system and let you ... More
PCV Valve Replacement
July 17, 2022
Hello Farmington Hills, let's talk about your often-unnoticed but extremely important PCV valve. The energy from exploding fuel is what powers your engine. But some of the vapors from the explosions escape into the lower part of the engine, called the crankcase. The crankcase is where your engine... More
Automotive Tips from Hal's Auto Clinic Farmington Hills: Causes of Wheel Misalignment
July 10, 2022
When properly aligned, all of your wheels are pointed in the same direction. Your vehicle will track true and handle the way it is designed. Farmington Hills drivers often associate our wheels being knocked out of alignment with an event like a major crash, hitting a pothole, curb or some other o... More
Power Failure (Broken Power Seat)
July 3, 2022
Know anyone who doesn't love a power seat in an SUV, a car, truck or van? They're convenient and precise in their adjustments. But when they break, oh, what a pain. Not only is it inconvenient, it may leave your seat position too close to the steering wheel or too far from the pedals. This is ... More
Slipping into Fall (Driving with ABS Brakes)
June 26, 2022
As the weather changes over from hot to colder, drivers will have to deal with more slippery streets. And it's important to know how to drive with the brakes you have on your vehicle. In the 1970s, anti-lock braking systems (ABS) started to be installed on vehicles and they've been a game chang... More
Take Charge! (Battery Testing)
June 19, 2022
OK, so you probably take your vehicle's battery for granted. Turn the key or push a button and it starts right up. During times of warmer weather, you probably think your battery can take it easy. But it may surprise you to learn that hot weather can be much harder on a vehicle's battery than ... More
The Puzzling Puddle (Leaks Under Vehicle)
June 12, 2022
Ever notice a little spot of liquid under your vehicle after you've parked in your driveway or garage? It may have been something as simple as water left from air conditioning condensation. But then again, it could be a sign that there's trouble brewing in one of your vehicle's systems. You can ... More
Time for Differential Service at Hal's Auto Clinic Farmington Hills?
June 5, 2022
Hello Farmington Hills - let's talk differentials. If you have a rear-wheel drive vehicle, your differential is on the back axle. With front-wheel drive cars, the differential is up front. All-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive vehicles have three differentials - front, rear and in the middle. So you... More
Automotive Tips from Hal's Auto Clinic Farmington Hills: Serpentine Belt System Wear
May 29, 2022
The primary job of the serpentine belt for Farmington Hills drivers is to provide important traction to spin the accessories. As the belt wears it loses some of its grip and the accessories may not spin at optimal speeds. For example, if your alternator doesnt spin fast enough, the battery will n... More