April 2020
The cooling system keeps Michigan vehicle's engines from overheating while they are driving around Brighton. Its job is to move heat away from the engine. Let's talk about the various components of the system and how they make this happen.The radiator is the part most Brighton drivers associate w...
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Posted in Cooling System
on April 30, 2020
Most Brighton drivers are all talking right now. Better gas mileage. Fewer emissions. Michigan folks want to save the environment and our pocketbooks.And we Brighton drivers all know or should know that preventive maintenance will help maintain maximum fuel efficiency. But is there something mo...
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Posted in Fuel Economy
on April 29, 2020
There are so many tire choices in the Brighton area that selecting the right one can be a bit overwhelming for drivers. And even though it's kind of fun to have new tires on your vehicle, they're a significant investment for most Brighton area folks so you want do it right.Tip: talk with your fri...
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Posted in Tires and Wheels
on April 28, 2020
So what is the most distracting food to have in the car while driving around Brighton?Is it:A Hamburger;Coffee;A Soft Drink, orGummy Bears?Well, you may be surprised to learn that all but the gummy bears are in the top ten most distracting foods when you are driving. But if you chose 'coff...
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Posted in Maintenance
on April 27, 2020
Today's report from Spartan Tire Brighton is on vehicle batteries, why they die and what we can do to lengthen their life. Most of us have had a dead battery at one time or another. In fact, it would be very unusual if you hadn't. You may be surprised to learn that only 30 percent of Brighton veh...
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Posted in Fluids
on April 26, 2020
Road trip, anyone? Nothing spoils a great vacation faster than ending up stranded on the side of the road or spending a week in a rundown motel while our vehicle sits in the shop. Long days on the road can bring out the worst in your vehicle, so before you leave, prepare it for the journey by ge...
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Posted in Inspection
on April 26, 2020
Brighton residents know that engines need to burn fuel to operate. Fuel is pumped from your fuel tank to your vehicle engine where it is squirtedor injectedinto your engine's cylinders. This is the function of the fuel injectors.There are two ways to inject fuel into an engine. Fuel needs air to...
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Posted in Fuel System
on April 25, 2020
Today we're talking to Brighton drivers about shocks and struts. They're so easy for Michigan folks to forget about because they last so long and wear out so slowly. But your shocks are really responsible for keeping your tires on the road so they're very important.Without shocks, your wheels ...
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Posted in Shocks & Struts
on April 24, 2020
A lot of people get custom wheels in Brighton. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes, once they're mounted, they just don't fit right. The tires rub in turns or on bumps. You don't want that.Consulting your Spartan Tire B...
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Posted in Tires and Wheels
on April 23, 2020
Today's Spartan Tire Brighton post focuses on using coolant. If you pour in the wrong kind, it won't protect the cooling system and may even void the warranty. Check your vehicle owner's manual. Of course, your Spartan Tire Brighton service advisor will know the proper coolant for your vehicle....
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Posted in Fluids
on April 22, 2020
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