Driving with a chipped windshield may not seem particularly dangerous at first, but the truth is that a damaged windshield might be weakened and thus provide less protection in the case of an accident. The other issue is, depending on where the crack is located, potentially reduced visibility. Read on about why fixing a chipped windshield can benefit you.
If you've been thinking about investing in an extended service plan, there are a few things you need to know. A Ford Protect Extended Service Plan offers you additional protection and coverage for your vehicle. Each plan is 100% backed by The Ford Motor Company to ensure you get the care and the service you deserve.
Although you might be eager to take your vehicle to the most challenging off-road locations, you may want to reconsider and follow these informative beginner off-roading tips first.
The best thing you can do as you start your journey to off-roading is to connect with others who have more experience. Join a local off-road club, and hit the trails with them to gain experience. One huge benefit of being in the woods with your fellow club members is you always have someone close enough to help pull you out of trouble or help with injuries you may have sustained.
One of the most important parts about being a truck owner is being informed about both the way it works as well as the terminology surrounding it. If either are misunderstood, you risk causing serious damage to a major investment. That is why our team here at Camelback Ford want to be sure you understand the difference between the maximum towing capacity and the maximum payload of your truck.
The towing capacity has to do with the amount of weight any truck can pull. This weight of course changes, depending on the slope the truck drives up or down.
While we hope no one has to experience this, hit and run accidents do occur and it’s important to know what to do if you’re ever involved in this type of accident.
THE DEFINITION OF A HIT AND RUN ACCIDENT
There are two primary types of hit and runs – the first in which an unattended vehicle (in a parking lot for example) is hit by another car and the second in which a vehicle is occupied when it is hit; in both cases the assailant knowingly flees the scene without leaving their information.
WHAT TO DO IN A…
If you want to keep your car looking healthy and new, maintaining its paint job is important. Check out our tips to see how you can protect your car paint from scratches and keep it from getting a dull appearance.
Two Bucket Car Washing & Other Cleaning Tips
The simple act of washing your car is full of pitfalls that could cause paint scratches, or typically scratches to the clear coat that make the paint look scratched, especially on dark cars. These tips will help you avoid scratching the clear coat when washing your car.
If you’re not particularly into science, don’t worry. We won’t bog you down with anything too technical here. But when discussing the differences between filling tires with nitrogen versus oxygen, one does have to discuss molecule composition. There’s a difference between nitrogen and oxygen molecules that can have an effect on your tires and you can read about those differences below.
Tire Pressure Stability
When compared to the compressed air from your local gas station (which is composed of oxygen and a small percent of water vapor), nitrogen is composed of larger molecules. What does this…
It’s the burning question everyone’s been dying to know ever since the MTV show “Pimp My Ride” went off the air in the U.S. in 2007. All the flashy upgrades that were made to look like they only took days to complete, and when host and rapper Xzibit would surprise contestants “at home” - was it all just a well-choreographed and cunningly edited lie? You will be shocked by what some of the previous contestants had to say about their experiences.
Huffington Post recently talked to several of the show’s participants and one of its co-executive producers…
When this part isn't working properly, it can lead to a significant 40 percent decrease in fuel economy. And we all know that less mpg means one has to spend more money at the gas station. Plus, when this part is faulty it may cause engine damage and bothersome performance problems. What part is it exactly?
The oxygen sensor.
If your check engine light is on and you notice that your car is having performance issues, like hesitation when you try to accelerate, rough idling or even stalling, a bad O2 sensor may be to blame. Along with this…
Timing belt replacement isn't a repair you want to put off. Skipping this service can result in costly damage to your valves, or worse, your car's engine. If your mechanic has given you a heads up that your timing belt is in danger of breaking, or if you notice any of the following signs, it's time to get your Ford serviced.
Not sure how often to replace your timing belt in Phoenix? Check your owner's manual to see mileage recommendations; the timeframe usually falls between 60,000 to 100,000 miles depending on the vehicle. However…
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