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Today’s Japanese Connection Inc post focuses on using the proper fluids for your vehicle. Big advances in automotive technology have lead to the development of high-tech fluids to keep pace. Some because of engineering advances and others, advances in the materials used to build sedan or SUV automotive systems.
A simple example of this is the cooling system. For decades it was primarily made out of iron, steel and rubber hoses. There was one kind of coolant that protected these components from corrosion.
Now cooling system components are made with various metal alloys and plastics. These materials require different additives to protect them from corrosion. Since the materials used vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, we now have a number of different kinds of coolant.
And it’s important that Monument car owners use the right coolant. If you pour in the wrong kind, it won’t protect the cooling system and may even void the warranty. Check your sedan or SUV owner’s manual. Of course, your Japanese Connection Inc advisor will know the proper coolant to use.
Brake fluid is confusing for some Monument drivers. Back when we opened shop 31 years ago, most vehicles used Dot 3 brake fluid. Now we have Dot 4 and Dot 5. Some Monument people mistakenly think the higher numbers are an upgrade. You know, if 3 is good then 4 must be better. That’s not how it works. They are different formulations to meet the demands of differences in brake systems. Only one of them is recommended for your sedan or SUV.
Transmission fluid is the same thing. For decades there were two basic types of tranny fluid used at Japanese Connection Inc: friction modified or not. With the tremendous engineering advances in sedan or SUV automatic transmissions, there have been several new types of fluids developed to protect and lubricate them.
Nowhere are the advances in automotive fluids more evident to Monument motorists and Japanese Connection Inc professionals than in motor oil. Many new weights and formulations have been created to meet the demands of today’s modern sedan or SUV engine design. Modern engines have more parts and much tighter tolerances. Every year, engines make more power and get better fuel economy. And with all the complication and sophistication, they still have to be durable.
That’s where the new grades of engine oil come in. They have to be formulated to lubricate, protect and clean all of those sedan or SUV engine parts, big and little. The oil has to be thin enough to get into little passages, yet resistant to vaporization.
At Japanese Connection Inc, we believe that in some ways modern automotive fluids are just as great feats of engineering as the new engines. Because weights of oil and types of coolant and transmission fluid are so carefully matched to the vehicle, take care to always use the proper fluid if you are topping off at home. Check your sedan or SUV owner’s manual or ask your Monument service advisor. The wrong fluid can cause damage. If you drive a car or truck with 75,000 miles or more, consider high mileage formulations. These fluids contain extra detergent to clean dirtier older engines as well as additives to condition seals and gaskets. That’ll help prevent leaks. Always be sure that the high mileage fluid is the same weight or type of fluid recommended for your vehicle.
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Here’s a travel tip that’ll I’ll bet you didn’t know, and, it might keep you safer…
The average American commuter in Colorado spends two and a half hours daily in their car.
The government says a hundred thousand auto accidents yearly are caused by drivers who fall asleep at the wheel. (Aggressive driving is the number one traffic safety concern.)
So what does this have to do with how your car smells while you’re driving around Colorado?
Well, which scent did you think makes drivers more alert?
Is it: A. Strawberry B. New Car C. Pine D. Warm Vanilla Breeze
Is it:
It’s C. Drivers are more alert and have less fatigue with pine scent in the car, according to AroMetrics.
And, drivers were less angry with overall improved driving performance with strawberry and pine scents.
And you thought they just smelled nice.
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Most Colorado Springs drivers wait for their air conditioning to fail before they service it at Japanese Connection Inc. That’s because many Colorado Springs and Fountain motorists don’t really understand that automotive air conditioners need periodic service. Let me share some of the reasons why they fail.
First, like every machine, the sedan or SUV air conditioner parts need lubrication. The lubricant is actually mixed in with the refrigerant (that’s the stuff that makes the air cool). So sometimes, even though the air conditioner is still making cool air, the oil that lubricates the parts has just been used up: and unlubricated parts can fail in all Colorado cars.
Now here’s a tip for Colorado Springs drivers: You should run your air conditioner every so often during Colorado winters. This circulates the lubricant to help keep the seals from drying out.
The air conditioner actually removes some of the moisture in the air. So if you have trouble with fogging on your windshield during Colorado winters or during a rain storm, running the A/C on the defrost setting should help. Now on some Colorado Springs cars you can’t run the A/C at the same time as the defroster. Don’t ask me why, but I suspect lawyers were involved.
Also, air and water can get into the A/C system. That can reduce the efficiency of the system and also lead to corrosion that causes damage. Denver drivers should periodically purge the system and replace the refrigerant to clear out the air and water.
Colorado Springs drivers should be aware of early warning signs of trouble: One might be that the air’s not as cold as it used to be. You may hear an unusual noise when the A/C cycles on. Those are signs to get your vehicle into Japanese Connection Inc in Colorado Springs before the damage gets worse.
So following the recommended service intervals in your sedan or SUV owner’s manual can help prevent mechanical failure of your air conditioning system. You’re A/C system contains some expensive components like the compressor, condenser, dryer, etc. Anything Monument and Fountain car owners can do to lengthen the life of their A/C is well worth it.
Don’t you hate it when you hear that squeal from under the hood when you’re driving aroun Colorado Springs? It usually means there is a problem with the serpentine belt. The serpentine belt powers a lot of engine accessories. It runs the alternator-which charges the battery, the water pump-which cools the engine, the air conditioning and the power steering pump. All pretty important parts. It is called a serpentine belt because it snakes around a bunch of engine components.
Serpentine belts are especially tough. They can last for years and go for tens of thousands of miles. But, with time they wear out. If your belt breaks while you are driving, everything will come to a halt within minutes. You have to stop the car or it will overheat, potentially causing major engine damage. And it probably won’t be at a convenient time or place. You might even need to get your car towed to a service center. That is why manufacturers recommend a belt replacement on schedule. You really should get it done on schedule because a belt failure will definitely take you off the road.
If you hear a squeal when accelerating or a slow, slapping sound at idle, you should have your serpentine belt looked at. Your Colorado Springs area service technician at Japanese Connection Inc will visually inspect your belt to see if it needs to be changed sooner than scheduled. If the belt has more than three or four cracks an inch, has deep cracks that penetrate half the depth of the belt, is frayed, is missing pieces or has a shiny glazed look, it needs to be replaced regardless of age or mileage.
Serpentine belt replacement is relatively inexpensive, especially compared with the cost and inconvenience of being stranded or getting a disabled vehicle back to Japanese Connection Inc for repairs.
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
Every Colorado Springs car owner who has taken their car in for an oil change has been told that their engine air filter’s dirty.
Here’s what goes into the determination of when to change the filter: First, your sedan or SUV owner’s manual will have a recommendation of when to change the filter. Second, a visual inspection by your Colorado Springs technician may determine that your filter it is visibly dirty and needs to be changed.
So between your owner’s manual and your Colorado Springs technician’s inspection there’s really no guesswork involved.
Now, most air filters purchased in Monument, Fountain, or Security don’t cost a lot to replace. It’s just that Colorado people hate getting caught with an unexpected expense. On the plus side, though, changing a dirty air filter at Japanese Connection Inc can often save enough on gas to pay for itself before your next oil change in Colorado Springs.
Think about a dirty furnace filter in your Fountain home. When it’s all clogged up, enough clean air can’t get through. In your sedan or SUV, that means that your engine can’t get as much air as it needs to burn the fuel efficiently. So it makes do with less air and has to use more expensive Colorado gas to move your vehicle around Colorado Springs roads.
Your sedan or SUV actually needs about 12,000 gallons of air for every gallon of gas it burns. Engine air filters don’t cost much in Colorado Springs at Japanese Connection Inc. When it’s time to change yours, just get it done. You’ll buy less fuel, have better performance and protect your engine.
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