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Power Steering Fluid 101
- July 15, 2018
- By Park Muffler
- In Blog, Vehicle Maintenance
Last time you took your car in for an oil change, the technician may have talked to you about your power steering fluid. What is power steering fluid? As you can probably guess by the name, power steering fluid is a hydraulic fluid used in the power steering system. The fluid is what provides power…Read More Here!
Troubleshooting Your Vehicle’s Air Conditioning Issues
- June 30, 2018
- By Park Muffler
- In Blog, Vehicle Maintenance
There are few things worse than coming to a standstill in traffic on a sweltering day, reaching for your air conditioning and discovering that it does not work! While this is indeed unpleasant, it can be avoided rather easily. Responsible vehicle owners should always check and test their A/C system before the summer months– do…Read More Here!
How to Keep Your Vehicle Cool in the Summer
- June 15, 2018
- By Park Muffler
- In Blog, Seasonal Tips
Western Canadians know the hassle of starting your vehicle in the cold and the sweet convenience of having luxuries like remote start or seat warmers. Our long winters are why we often forget the consequences at the other end of extreme temperature. Vehicles can become very warm when left out in the summer sun on…Read More Here!
What is a DPF delete?
- May 30, 2018
- By Park Muffler
- In Blog, Performance Upgrades
Drivers are always looking for ways to improve their vehicle’s performance. A DPF delete is one way to satisfy that need. What is a DPF? DPF stands for diesel particulate filter. The name tells it all, this is a filter installed in the exhaust system that filters soot and other particulates from engine exhaust.The soot…Read More Here!
Can You Drive on Winter Tires Year Round?
- May 15, 2018
- By Park Muffler
- In Blog, Seasonal Tips, Tires
When you live in Western Canada, you know it is valuable to prepare your vehicle for winter conditions. Because of this, we tend to invest our dollar in things like seat warmers, defrost systems and winter tires. The last example is a divisive issue– many people swear by all-seasons or may not enjoy the hassle…Read More Here!