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In many cases, a problem that occurs when starting a vehicle can be attributed to a weak or dead battery. However, sometimes the problem goes much deeper. The ignition system is one of your vehicle’s key components, and the team at Earthycars wants you to have the information that you need to ensure that your ignition is operating properly.

A grinding or whining noise could point to a problem with the starter’s flywheel or gear system. This type of ignition issue will continue to worsen until the vehicle won’t start at all or until repairs are made…

Here at Earthycars, we want to make sure you know what to do about a damaged windshield. If your windshield is chipped, you might be concerned about the cost of windshield replacement. However, unless the chip is in the driver's critical viewing area, it is usually possible to do a chip repair without a full windshield replacement.

When your windshield has a chip in any other part of it, the most important thing is to make sure that it remains strong so the chip does not spread into a larger crack. This is what an injection of liquid resin…

The folks at Earthycars want you to know as much about your vehicle as possible. Therefore, we'd like to take a moment to help you learn more about what gaskets are and what they do. A gasket is used to create a seal between two surfaces in your vehicle's engine.

Gaskets are typically made from copper or steel, and they are designed to keep their shape regardless of what happens in your engine. A gasket ensures that gases, liquids and other materials stay where they are supposed to. This can prevent key components from becoming clogged or damaged…

Here at our dealership in Williston, we want you to be an informed vehicle owner. We are here to keep you informed on matters such as keeping bad odors out of your car. Bad smells are bound to form in your car over time; here are a few tips that will help you take control of them.

Classic Home Remedies

After you have cleaned all foreign objects you can try a number of home remedies that have proven to remove odors, including leaving a cup of coffee grounds or white vinegar inside overnight, pouring baking soda on the floors and…

Here at Earthycars, we want you to be informed when it comes to using your truck or SUV. Let's go over the differences between 4H and 4L so that you have a better idea of what to do in an off-road situation.

If you find yourself in a high-speed situation and struggling for traction, you will want to shift into 4H or four high. A couple of examples would be driving on the highway during a snowstorm, or navigating a smoothly paved dirt road.

4L or four low is designed to give you more torque in low-speed off-road situations…

You might have already been told that you should rotate your tires. After all, tire rotation is one of the basic tire maintenance techniques that will prolong the life of your tires. At Earthycars, we want you to have all of the facts, so here are a few more reasons that you should rotate your tires regularly.

When you rotate your tires on a consistent basic, not only will they last longer, but they'll wear more evenly. You want your tires to wear evenly because that will help you with cornering and breaking, which will mean that you'll…

The summer has officially ended, and the weather is cooling down. As the weather cools down and the days get shorter, there are going to be certain changes in the environment that result from it. Among the things you are going to see are leaves changing colors. This can be a good time to schedule a road trip or a simple ride to look at all of the different colors of the fall.

One of the things you can do is go on a leaf peeping road trip. There are quite a few places you can go such as New…

Many vehicles on the market these days come with spare tires of some sort. The type of tire that is included will vary, based on the type of vehicle that you're purchasing. Smaller vehicles tend to come with a compact temporary tire. This tire tends to be much smaller than the average-sized tire that you have on your vehicle right now. This tire is intended to get you to the nearest service center to have your regular tire replaced or fixed.

The full-size spare tire is essentially a spare tire that is just like the other ones that you…

Numerous pet owners take their four-legged friends with them when traveling. However, removing the pet hair that lines the interior upholstery can be a hassle. A few tips make the task easier and less time-consuming.

Inflate a children's balloon and rub it on the upholstery. The static electricity attracts pet hair like a magnet. Get the same result by donning a pair of rubber gloves. Spray the upholstery lightly with water. Wipe the interior with the gloves.

Another option includes mixing a few teaspoons of your favorite fabric softener with water. Spray the upholstery with the solution.
 

 

Even if you just don't use your car very often, you'll still need to change your oil, adhering to your driver's manual's suggested schedule. Not only is changing your oil regularly a good idea, it can even keep you from voiding your warranty if your car is still covered by one.

You might think of your engine as a closed system, but it's just as susceptible to contamination as any other part of your car. Your motor oil not only picks up dirt along its journey through your engine, it also picks up water vapor…