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When it Comes to Air Filters, Change is Good (Clogged Air Filter)

Engine air filters may not seem like a big deal, but when theyre clogged up with dirt, dust, and insects, your engine could wind up choking for air and not delivering you the power and performance it was designed to give.There are actually a couple of air filters in your vehicle. One filters th... Read More

Don’t Skip Out on These! (Vehicle Maintenance Items You Should Never Postpone)

Maybe that little sticker on your windshield is giving you the reminder that its time for your vehicle to have an oil change. Youve thought, Aw, I can skip this one and save myself a little money. When it comes to things you should never ignore on your vehicle, timely oil changes are number one... Read More

Timing is Everything (Timing Cover Replacement)

Theres an important part in your vehicle that shields your timing belt, timing chain or cam belt from the debris and gunk that can be kicked up from the road. Its called the timing cover. Its important because the timing belt or chain is what coordinates parts of your engine called the camshaft... Read More

Your Vehicle Is NOT Maintenance Free, Troy Car Owners

A generation ago, Troy drivers seemed to be more inclined to keep their vehicle's preventive maintenance on schedule. One reason for this may be that vehicles back then were a lot less reliable than they are today. Taking your vehicle in to your Troy shop every year or two for repairs seemed to... Read More

Automotive Tips from Auto Pro Troy: Making a Battery Last Longer

One thing all Troy drivers can do to extend the life of their battery is to keep it clean. A greasy, dirty battery holds in damaging heat. Same goes for removing corrosion from the terminals. Auto Pro Troy can help maintain your battery.Allowing your battery to be deeply depleted like from using... Read More

Why Alignment Matters (Vehicle Alignment Maintenance)

It's one of those things that can happen on a multi-day road adventure or a quick trip to the grocery store. You hit a pothole, go too fast over a speed bump, nail a curb. When it happens, you think, "I wonder if that was hard enough to do any damage?" But things seem ok and you continue on yo... Read More

Command Performance (Engine Air Filter)

The internal combustion engine in your vehicle counts on two things that mix together to be burned in the engine for power: fuel and air. Both are important, of course. If you run out of fuel, your engine wont run at all. Since theres plenty of air around, you wont run out of air, but you coul... Read More

E-85 Fuel Safety Advice from Auto Pro Troy

Today at Auto Pro Troy we want to talk with you about a very important safety issue. This automotive safety warning is coming from a very unusual source: fire fighting experts. You've probably heard of E-85 gasoline being offered in the Troy area. Some newer vehicle models are specifically buil... Read More

E-85 Fuel Safety Advice From Auto Pro Troy

Today at Auto Pro Troy we want to talk with you about a very important safety issue. This automotive safety warning is coming from a very unusual source: fire fighting experts. Youve probably heard of E-85 gasoline being offered in the Troy area. Some newer vehicle models are specifi... Read More

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