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Here at Gilberts of Sand Creek, we are often asked about the risk extreme temperatures pose to car batteries. Many people tend to think of one extreme or the other as harmful, but the truth is that both hot and cold extremes are not ideal for batteries.

 

The folks at Gilberts of Sand Creek want you to know as much as possible about owning a car. At some point, you may notice fluid dripping from or pooling underneath your vehicle. The liquid could be water, motor oil or power steering fluid. It could also be transmission or power steering fluid.

Drive carefully, they say, and it is hard to argue with them. Any person who suggests careful driving won't automatically protect a tire from punctures would be correct, too. So, Chrysler owners should check out coverage plans available from Mopar. Damage to wheels and tires may come with no repair costs with the right plan.

If you live or work in Sand Creek, WI, the latest edition of the popular Chrysler Pacifica minivan is available for a test drive at our convenient, well-appointed showroom. Our team is excited to tell you more about what makes this vehicle line so popular among local families, and we invite you in today to learn more.

Making the switch to winter wiper blades as the season changes is going to make it easier for you to navigate the roadways. Here are a few of the reasons you should make your way to Gilberts of Sand Creek so we can swap out those old blades and install new winter wipers.

One of the big benefits to having new winter wiper blades is the construction is made to be able to handle moving the weight of the snow. The blades will not bend, so the rubber stays pressed against the glass and cleans the surface perfectly. 

Owning a vehicle is important, and taking care of its many running parts is a task that comes with the territory. Routine and seasonal maintenance are both something that you need to make sure that you do in order to keep it running properly. With some advice from our service team at Gilberts of Sand Creek, you can easily follow a path towards long-term maintenance success. Make sure that you are able to check all the fluids in the car, the tires, and...

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Did you know that oil has a very crucial role in your car? There are moving parts of your car’s engine that never touch, because oil provides a thin film between them to prevent them from touch and therefore grinding each other.

Another essential use of oil in your car is to provide cooling of heated parts due to internal combustion. As the oil circulates, it carries with it heat. This means that oil level maintenance is an important aspect of your car life.

Moreover, oil in your car plays a vital role in cleaning your car’s engine…

The engine is perhaps more expensive to repair or replace than any other automotive part. Most modern vehicles have digital diagnostic systems that can detect the slightest malfunction in the engine block, transmission and brakes. The Check Engine Light usually comes up somewhere in the instrument cluster. This warning is linked to the on-board diagnostics (OBD) system, which consists of sophisticated hardware and software. The OBD can monitor the flow of air and fuel mixtures into and out of the engine.

If you have ever been unlucky enough to lose your brakes, then you know how important they are—for obvious reasons. Not only is it scary and dangerous to have bad brakes, it will ultimately wreak havoc on the other parts of your ride. When your brakes aren't working the way they should, other parts of your vehicle have to pay the price.

Prevention is your best friend—get your brakes serviced at least every 12,000 miles or if it's been over a year since they've last been checked. You might also get clues in other…

If you have ever been unlucky enough to lose your brakes, then you know how important they are—for obvious reasons. Not only is it scary and dangerous to have bad brakes, it will ultimately wreak havoc on the other parts of your ride. When your brakes aren't working the way they should, other parts of your vehicle have to pay the price.

Prevention is your best friend—get your brakes serviced at least every 12,000 miles or if it's been over a year since they've last been checked. You might also get clues in other…