FluidsA Clean Start (Battery Cleaning)You may be fanatical about keeping the outside of your vehicle clean. But what about what's under the hood? Have you ever thought about how dirt and grime may be affecting your engine's components?One of the most important parts under your hood to keep clean is your vehicle's battery. With a d... Read More Posted in Fluids on February 19, 2023 A Fluid Situation (Check Fluid Levels)There's one fluid in your car you are always careful to keep at a certain level: the fuel. If you don't have fuel, you're not going anywhere. Your vehicle has other fluids which are vitally important to proper and safe operation, too. So, here's a "level" headed approach to those "other" fluids... Read More Posted in Fluids on January 22, 2023 A Clean Start (Battery Cleaning)Your vehicle is loaded with electrical devices. Computerized components are everywhere, so good electrical connections are important. Those begin with your vehicle's battery, so it's important that its connections are in top shape.Ever had a flashlight that didn't work, took out the old batteri... Read More Posted in Fluids on October 02, 2022 The Cable Guy (Battery Cables and Maintenance)If you've ever noticed your vehicle's lights are dim or not working at all, the problem could be many things. But one possibility is your battery cables aren't doing their job. A power outage in your vehicle is similar to one in your house and needs to be repaired to get things back to normal.... Read More Posted in Fluids on August 21, 2022 Automotive Tips from Auto Pro Troy: Battery TestingThe simple fact is that 70% of car batteries fail within 4 years. They just need to be replaced at Auto Pro Troy when they are no longer able to hold a full charge.Batteries are a big ticket item for most Troy drivers and its tempting to put off buying a new one as long as possible. But a battery... Read More Posted in Fluids on September 19, 2021 Auto Pro Troy Alternator Replacement Service in TroyYour vehicle alternator doesn't get enough credit. Though your battery gets your engine started, after that it's all about the alternator. Driving around Troy is a lot of work for your alternator, and as upgrades such as heated steering wheels, cooled seats, stability control and lane departu... Read More Posted in Fluids on August 15, 2021 The Auto Pro Troy Guide to Proper Fluids for Your VehicleThe automotive professionals at Auto Pro Troy would like to give Troy drivers an update on some of the things happening in automotive fluids. You know, vehicles are becoming more sophisticated every day. Fluids such as, oil, coolant and transmission fluid are becoming more specialized at about ... Read More Posted in Fluids on July 21, 2020 Sniffing Out a ProblemYour parents probably taught you to have common sense. When it comes to your vehicle, common scents can also come in handy. Different smells may tell you about some conditions in your vehicle that need attention.For example, you know what rotten eggs smell like. If you smell them around your ve... Read More Posted in Fluids on July 19, 2020 Battery Maintenance Tips From Auto Pro TroyWhen it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn't working efficiently, your alterna... Read More Posted in Fluids on November 03, 2019 Auto Pro Troy Service Tip: Why Synthetic Oil Is Good For Your VehiclesHello Michigan! Today's vehicle care topic is: Synthetic Oil vs. Petroleum Based Oil. Synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. If you aren't currently using it, why not? Synthetic motor oil maximizes engine power and fuel economy. To see why, we'd need a microscope, so we'll ... Read More Posted in Fluids on September 29, 2019 |
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