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Archive for April 2020Steering Clear in CHERRY HILLPosted April 26, 2020 7:55 AMThose who know vehicles believe the steering system may be the most vital component of them all. Perhaps you've found over the years your steering has gotten loose. Or maybe suddenly, your steering wheel has gotten very hard to turn. Let's steer you in the direction of understanding why this may be happening. First, loose steering. This can likely be the result of wear and tear on the components that connect the steering mechanism with the wheels. Those parts can be ball joints, Pitman arms or tie rods. These parts take a lot of abuse on the road, thanks to railroad tracks, potholes, uneven surfaces: you name it. It's important that they be checked regularly and maintained at Joe D'Auria's Auto. Second, the hard-to-turn wheel. Virtually all vehicles on the road have power steering. There are a couple of different types, though, so let's deal with each. By the way, when they fail, your vehicle's steering can suddenly go from easy peasy to really hard to control. Some vehicles have hydraulic power steering. It uses a hydraulic fluid that can either leak out or become contaminated. When that happens, you can lose that power assist. There's also a belt involved, and if it becomes worn, stretched or cracked (or even breaks), you'll find yourself struggling with the wheel. If you hear a loud whine coming from the area in the engine compartment when you are steering, that could mean your power steering pump is failing. The best way to avoid these problems is regular maintenance. Recently, manufacturers have been using electric power steering systems that have some advantages over hydraulic systems. They have electric motors that—like everything mechanical—can fail. Sometimes a fuse to the power steering motor will blow, but simply replacing the fuse often doesn't get to the root cause of the problem. A Joe D'Auria's Auto technician can evaluate the system and recommend a solution. Steering issues are all about safety and should be addressed as soon as possible. When you tell your service advisor, try to be specific about the signs and symptoms. It's one way to steer clear of trouble on the road. Joe D'Auria's Auto Keeping Your 'Old Faithful' Auto RunningPosted April 19, 2020 9:31 AMAt Joe D'Auria's Auto we've had a lot of CHERRY HILL customers asking how they can make their vehicles last longer. These questions are actually a reflection of a trend that's been building for several years in NJ. The median age of personal vehicles is now over nine years. And 33 percent of all vehicles on the road have over 75,000 miles (120,000 km) on them. It looks like it's going to keep heading in that direction for a while. With high fuel prices, a lot of NJ folks are putting off buying a new car.
Having the oil changed may be the most important thing CHERRY HILL drivers can do. A full-service oil change at Joe D'Auria's Auto means that all of your other fluids get topped off so they are never low enough to cause damage. It also gives your friendly and knowledgeable Joe D'Auria's Auto service advisor a chance to spot problems in the early stages so that you can fix them before they get worse. And it gives you a touch point with an automotive professional along the way to remind you of things that aren't scheduled as often – things like differential service and timing belt replacement. Joe D'Auria's Auto Diagnosing Your Vehicle at Joe D'Auria's Auto in CHERRY HILLPosted April 12, 2020 8:33 AMWhen we CHERRY HILL residents get a car repair bill, we really shouldn't be surprised to find “diagnostic fees” as one of the line items. When we get a computer fixed, there is usually a charge for the time it takes to diagnose the problem. When we go to a medical doctor, most of his fee is for his ability to diagnose what's wrong. It's no different with our vehicles. Joe D'Auria's Auto The Joe D'Auria's Auto Guide to Servicing Your DifferentialPosted April 5, 2020 9:13 AMDifferential? What's that? And what's it for? I've been told by my service advisor that I need to get it serviced, but is that on the level? Joe D'Auria's Auto
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