Some people love 4x4 vehicles, the true 4-wheel drive works of engineering like Jeeps and 4x4 pickups that allow you to seemingly go anywhere on the planet. You can climb up a 40-degree rock trail wit...
Perhaps you've found yourself driving when something all of a sudden splashes on your windshield, obstructing your view. You know that sinking feeling when you try to turn on the windshield washers an...
The brake rotor, or disc, is attached to your wheel. The brake pads rub on the rotor to slow your car when you are driving in American Fork.Rotors can warp, crack or become misaligned. They can a...
You've probably noticed how much easier it is to see when you're driving in the daytime as opposed to at night. It's one of the main reasons about half of all fatal vehicle accidents happen when it's ...
Have you ever seen a ballet performance? Have you wondered how all of those dancers manage to travel all over the stage jumping and twirling and never crash into each other? That's the job of a choreo...
If you're like most people and drive a gasoline-powered vehicle, you need to be up to speed on its fuel-related components. They're pretty basic: the fuel, the fuel filter and the fuel pump.
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You probably have heard that expression, "A stitch in time saves nine." In other words, if you fix an issue at its early stages, it will prevent a much more difficult problem later. That's certainly t...
Hello American Fork! Did you know that the first federally-mandated emissions control device was introduced in the 1960's? The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve, or PCV valve, has been installed in...
Do I keep my old vehicle or buy a new one? It's a question most American Fork drivers ask themselves at some time or another.Generally, what it comes down to is the choice between a car paym...
If that little brake warning light pops up on your dash, do you know what it means? Well, if you said no, you wouldn't be alone. You know it has something to do with your brakes, but exactly what? You...
Things we don't expect happen to our vehicles. And let's face, no one really wants to spend money on an unexpected repair. But if you are putting off going to your vehicle repair facility because you'...
Most auto manufacturers recommend an interval for an air conditioning system inspection. The inspection uncovers leaks, worn hoses and assesses the condition of the other components.Environmental...
If you've been paying attention, you've noticed that vehicle engines are getting more and more powerful in American Fork. At the same time, they are getting better and better fuel economy. I've gott...
Higher American Fork fuel prices aren't going away any time soon. That's not good news for our wallets. A lot of American Fork drivers are trying to find ways to cut down on fuel consumption and hang ...
Most people don't love going to get their vehicle serviced, but it's one of those things you just have to do. So you might as well get the most of out of it. There are some steps you can take that wil...
There’s not much American Fork drivers can do about the price of gas in UT, but we can control - up to a point - how much we use. Our driving habits can dramatically affect our fuel economy.The ...
At Zandy Auto Repair, we occasionally see severe tire damage that could have been prevented with proper wheel alignment. During a Zandy Auto Repair alignment service, your vehicle is put on an align...
No matter what vehicle you drive, when certain things break, you have to make a decision. Should I get it fixed now, later or never? Air conditioning is one of those things. You can ...
Your alternator makes electricity to start and run your engine and all of the vital electrical systems in your vehicle. That’s everything from the on-board computers to the turn signals. And of ...
Some American Fork drivers figure that anything they can attach to their trailer hitch can be towed by their vehicle. Nope. If you're going to do any towing around American Fork, you should be aware o...