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Getting Off to a Running Start (Starter Replacement)
When you start your vehicle’s engine, there’s another motor that makes that whole process possible. It’s called the starter, and it’s a small electric motor that gets you...
Published on: Sep 29, 2024
Don't Blow a Gasket! (Valve Cover Gasket Replacement)
When you head out to your vehicle after it's been parked and notice oil leaking underneath it, that's something to have looked at right away. Oil leaks mean your oil level is probably low, and r...
Published on: Aug 25, 2024
Don't Store These in a Cold Vehicle (Items to Avoid Storing in a Freezing Vehicle)
The other day, a man walked into a restaurant carrying a can of paint. He had just bought the latex paint at the local home improvement store, and he was stopping for lunch.
"Latex paint is water-bas...
Published on: Nov 03, 2023
Six Warning Signs Your Vehicle Needs Service (Repair Warning Signs)
Some drivers don't worry at all about their vehicles and neglect taking them in for service. Here are six warning signs that it's time to head over to your NAPA AutoCare Center and get things ch...
Published on: Jun 20, 2023
Finding Vehicle Recall Information in Monterey
No matter how well they’re made, vehicles will have design or manufacturing problems. And when the government thinks a problem is really serious, they require the manufacturer to issue a r...
Published on: Apr 24, 2023
Tips on TPS (The Throttle Position Sensor)
When you step on the accelerator, you expect your vehicle to speed up, not slow down. But, what if it doesn’t? That can be a big problem.
The answer may be a problem with the sensor...
Published on: Mar 13, 2023
The 20.9 Percent Factor (Oxygen Sensor)
Do you know what gas makes up 20.9% of the air we breathe? It's oxygen. Oxygen is an important part of the combustion process that enables your engine to make power. The amount of ox...
Published on: Jan 25, 2023
Cold Facts about Heaters
Brrrr. It's cold outside. And if your vehicle's heater isn't working, then it's cold inside too. No fun – and potentially dangerous: heat is needed to defrost your windshield.&...
Published on: Dec 24, 2022