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Are You Ready for Summer?

posted on 5/11/2018 7:54:51 AM
Summer is almost here! But with average temperatures of 103 degrees, this June is going to be blazing. There are many steps you can take to beat the heat. I have cranked up the air conditioning in the house and I’ve made sure to drink plenty of water. One of the things I hate most about hot weather is a hot car and I bet you do too. Schedule these two simple maintenances for your vehicle and stay cool this summer. Summer Auto Maintenance – Arizona Firestone A/C Repair Nothing is worse than g...
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Are You Spending More on Gas?

posted on 2/9/2018 12:39:00 PM
We all think about gas prices, but have you ever considered if you're getting the most out of the gas you purchase. Don't let gas prices take you hostage, take control of your vehicle maintenance instead.  What if I told you that you can improve your gas mileage spending little to no money at all?  This article isn't about all the crazy tricks you can do to increase your MPG. I don't recommend driving around without the air conditioning on, never driving above 45 MPH, or ripping the back seats ...
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The Fender Bender Top Five

posted on 11/16/2017 8:53:04 AM
  Most of us are going to be involved in a car accident at some point in our lives. Sometimes it is obvious if damage has been done but other times it isn’t so easy to tell. Here at Arizona Firestone, we want to make sure you know the most common things to look for if you’re involved in a minor traffic accident and the steps you should take from the moment it happens. If You’re in a Fender Bender Follow These Five Steps 1. Check Your Surroundings.  Even in a fender bender, you want to be awa...
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Get Your Car Drive-In Ready

posted on 8/3/2017 1:20:01 PM
Summer is a great time to head to the movies and what could be more American than heading to the local drive-in to take in a movie while enjoying a piece of classic Americana?  But don't head to the drive-in unprepared.  Follow these quick tips to make the most of your viewing experience. 1. Check Your Battery - Drive-in theaters these days pipe the audio through your car stereo and you won't be able to leave your engine running for a two hour plus cinematic experience.  Your battery will be do...
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What Happened to My Fuel Economy?

posted on 3/31/2017 1:38:26 PM
You notice that suddenly your vehicle seems to be getting worse gas mileage than it did awhile back. Why? What happened? Like with most things on your vehicle, there can be numerous problems at the root of poor fuel economy. Let’s start with the simple ones and work our way to the more complicated issues: Tires: This one’s easy. Underinflated tires mean more rolling resistance (think about riding a bike with a low tire), and more rolling resistance means poorer fuel economy. Check your tire ...
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How To Maintain A New Car

posted on 3/31/2017 1:01:54 PM
So you got a new set of wheels – congratulations! You’re going to want to hang onto it as long as possible, so you’ll want to keep it maintained as well as you can. Here are some suggestions: First, read the owner’s manual carefully and stick to manufacturer’s recommendations for service intervals. There are certain things that are critical enough that failure to adhere to recommendations can void a new car warranty. Don’t let that happen! For instance, just about every manufacturer recom...
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Spark Plugs – How Often Should They Be Replaced?

posted on 3/31/2017 12:32:59 PM
In the old days, a tune-up was necessary about every 35,000 miles. It would usually consist of setting the ignition timing, replacing the mechanical breaker points in the ignition, cleaning and adjusting the carburetor and replacing the plug wires and spark plugs. Today, of course, the carburetor’s job is done by fuel injection and the ignition timing and spark are controlled by the engine computer. Few vehicles still have plug wires anymore either, as the distributor was replaced by the compu...
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Uh Oh…My Check Engine Light Is On

posted on 1/12/2017 12:44:02 PM
So you come out to start your car one morning and the Check Engine light on the dashboard comes on…and doesn’t go back off again. You can’t really notice any difference in the way the car runs and drives, but it’s on anyway. What does it mean? Since the late 80s, most engine functions have been controlled by a central drivetrain computer. This includes emissions controls, fuel metering and delivery, ignition timing, shift points and many other elements of drivability and performance. The dr...
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Get Your Car Really, Really, REALLY Clean!

posted on 1/12/2017 12:23:07 PM
It can be a lot of work and attention to detail to get your car really clean…especially if it’s pretty dirty to start with…but here are some ideas for truly thorough cleaning that you may not have thought of! --A cheap foam paintbrush can get into crevices (like A/C vents) that might be impossible otherwise. As you loosen up dust from these spots, keep a vacuum cleaner nozzle at work in your other hand to suck up the dust and prevent it from settling other places. --A soft-bristled brush is ...
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Are You Ready For A Roadside Emergency?

posted on 1/12/2017 12:00:39 PM
Yeah, yeah…your vehicle’s fairly new and you take care of it, and you’ve even got a membership in AAA. That doesn’t mean that your chances of ending up in a tight spot are zero. It’s just common sense to be prepared with a trouble bag in your car. Here’s a pretty good rundown of things you should keep in a car emergency kit: Fully charged cell phone: You may want to consider a cheap prepaid “burner phone” with a long battery life and keep it strictly in the car. If nothing else, at leas...
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