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Seal of Approval: Park Muffler’s Guide to Gasket Maintenance
- January 3, 2018
- By Park Muffler
- In Blog, Vehicle Maintenance
One of the most common automotive repair terms is a “blown gasket,” though many vehicle owners might not know exactly what that means– despite having to pay for it! Essentially, gaskets are a small feature of modern machinery that have major consequences when they fail. To brush up on these crucial engine parts, keep reading…Read More Here!
Radiator Maintenance: Have You Sprung A Leak?
- December 20, 2017
- By Park Muffler
- In Blog, Vehicle Maintenance
Your vehicle’s radiator is front and centre; just behind the grille, this engine part occupies an important position because it fills an important role. During normal function, your engine pumps a fluid through the radiator– this is known as coolant and it does just that: cooling off the vehicle so it can operate normally. If…Read More Here!
Engine Maintenance: Repair, Replace or Rebuild
- December 6, 2017
- By Park Muffler
- In Blog, Vehicle Maintenance
When your engine leaves you stranded, any vehicle owner knows that they have some costly decision ahead of them. Engine failure almost always means your vehicle requires repairs– or maybe even a major replacement. If this worst is true and you do need a new engine, there can be even more choices to make. Rebuilt…Read More Here!
Radiator Rules: Replace or Repair?
- November 22, 2017
- By Park Muffler
- In Blog, Vehicle Maintenance
The radiator is the heart of any vehicle’s coolant system– it has one major job: keep the engine cool while in use. It may sound simple, but without the right type and amount of fluid circulating… your engine would overheat, seize up and leave you stranded. Common Problems Radiators are almost entirely maintenance-free in modern…Read More Here!
Guide to Dashboard Symbols
- November 8, 2017
- By Park Muffler
- In Blog
Every make and model is different, but all vehicles make use of dashboard symbols to quickly communicate things to the operator. While your driver’s manual contains the exact definitions (and often the best course of action to follow), it can be helpful to have a mental glossary of some of the more important symbols. Keep…Read More Here!