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Pressure and Stress on Your Fuel System Contribute to Damage

One of the most important things your car needs is fuel. Without fuel, you and your car are going nowhere. It is important to check and make sure your car's fuel system is working at its best. The Phillips Auto Group Chevrolet service team compiled two signs you may be experiencing fuel system problems.

  • Fuel Pressure - The fuel pressure gauge is important because it lets the driver know how much fuel is in the engine. Each car requires a specific amount of pressure to make sure the engine is running at its best. 
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What Makes Car Engines Overheat?

What makes a car engine overheat, anyway? That's a question so many car owners all around the world have posed. If you want to know the answer to that critical question, there are actually several culprits to consider.

Overheating can be highly destructive to vehicles. That's why you need to know how to keep it away. A thermostat that's no longer working right can cause overheating. Insufficient amounts of oil can cause overheating. Problems with the functioning of the head gasket can as well. 

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What are Clutch Driven Radiator Fans?

In addition to the coolant itself, your vehicle's cooling system has other parts that contribute to cooling efforts. One such component is called the engine fan, and this part can be worth its weight in gold when it works properly.

Engine cooling fans get their energy from various parts of the engine. Some motor cooling fans get their motive energy directly from the engine by way of belts and pulleys. Many designs have built-in electric motors, and yet others may be directly connected to drive shafts by way of special clutches. 

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Auto Service Appointments Made Easy

Our service team listened to your concerns and worked toward setting up our online service scheduler. We want to personally get to know you and your vehicle. We want to hear your valuable insight about your vehicle. You are the driver. You're the one who needs to feel comfortable and safe in your vehicle. Our online service scheduler allows you provide valuable input about the nature of your visit.

You can tell our expert technicians just why you are bringing your vehicle in. Does your car need an oil change? 

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Does Your Chevy Really Need an Oil Change Every 3,000 Miles?

Many automobile owners grew up hearing that engine oil should be changed every 3,000 miles, but is that still the case today? Here are some reasons why it is no longer necessary to change your engine oil every 3,000 miles:

  • Synthetic Oil - This is oil that is artificially made and contains additives that help lubricate the engine and keep it cleaner, eliminating the need to change the oil as often.
  • Longer Commute - Many automobile owners have to drive longer to and from work and utilize freeways; this type of driving is easier on your engine and eliminates the…
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Using Our Online Service Scheduler is Simple

The importance of getting your vehicle in for a maintenance check cannot be understated. The best way to get a technician at the dealership looking at your vehicle is to use our online service scheduling app here at Phillips Chevrolet.

The first thing the mechanic at the dealership will do is to give the tires a good inspection. When cracks, bulges, or bare spots are present, it could be an indication of a serious issue that needs immediate attention. 

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When is the Right Time for an Oil Change?

While you may have heard that your vehicle needs an oil change every 3,000 miles, this is no longer the standard for cars on the road. Some people may tell you to get an oil change every 3,000 miles, but this is because this was the old maintenance schedule for less efficient vehicles.

With advances in technology, most vehicles can now go up to 7,500 miles in between oil changes.

If you aren't sure if it's time to take your car in for an oil change, check your owner's manual. The manual will provide…

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Brightness Test for Headlight Maintenance

While you are looking at the brightness of your headlights, you should check to see if they are aimed properly. If you do not know how to do this, the Phillips Auto Group team is able to check the direction the headlights are aimed in. If they are too high, the headlights can cause someone heading towards you to be blinded by the lights, which can cause them to lose focus.

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Checklist for a successful road trip

Are you and your friends planning a fantastic road trip? Road trips don't just happen. You have to plan ahead and ensure you have everything in place for the journey to be successful. There are a couple of things you must check. Visit Phillips Chevrolet to buy a car if you need one. But that is not the end; the car needs to be in good condition for efficiency and reliability.

Schedule a check-up for the automobile fluids. Whether the road trip is shorter or longer distance, the fluids need to be checked and flushed if need be. These…

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