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Did You Know About Alternator

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

When you replace your alternator, it’s a good idea to replace your serpentine belt at the same time. Your technician will have to remove the old belt anyway so he might as well put on a new one when he’s done. And the number-1 alternator killer is a battery that’s on its last legs; the alternator has to overwork to keep it charged. If your battery is 5 years old; ask your Hortonville technician if it’s time to replace it. At AFS Service in Hortonville we install quality NAPA replacement parts. Give us a call at 920.779.4199 and let us help keep you on the road.

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Did You Know About Cabin Air Filter

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

The air inside your vehicle may actually be more polluted than the air outside. Pollen, mold, dust, etc. can be trapped inside your vehicle. The cabin air filter stops these pollutants before they even get inside and filters out odors and smoke. People who suffer from seasonal allergies really appreciate a clean cabin air filter. At AFS Service in Hortonville we install quality NAPA replacement parts. Give us a call at 920.779.4199 and let us help keep you safely and economically on the road.

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Did You Know About Suspension

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

It’s easy to take your suspension system for granted, but normal wear and tear can affect your handling and safety. A worn suspension part starts a chain reaction that stresses other parts and causes them – and your tires – to wear prematurely. Let us help you take care of your suspension. At AFS Service in Hortonville we install quality NAPA replacement parts. Give us a call at 920.779.4199 and let us help keep you safely and economically on the road.

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Did You Know About Disc Brakes

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

Racing legend Richard Petty once said, “If you’ve got good brakes you can stay out of a lot of trouble.” If you’re hearing unusual sounds when you brake or if your brake pedal is feeling squishy or too hard, have us do a disc brake inspection for you. We’ll tell you if there’s something wrong and what it’ll take to get your brakes all fixed up. At AFS Service in Hortonville we install quality NAPA replacement parts. Give us a call at 920.779.4199 and let us help keep you safely and economically on the road.

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Did You Know About Transmission

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

Early automatic transmissions had just two speeds. Now modern automatic transmissions have up to eight speeds. These sophisticated transmissions often match the fuel economy and performance of a manual transmission. Some require special transmission fluid formulas. We’ll make sure you get the right type for your vehicle. At AFS Service in Hortonville we install quality NAPA replacement parts. Give us a call at 920.779.4199 and let us help keep you safely and economically on the road.

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Did You Know About Water Pump

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

You should never open your radiator pressure cap or coolant overflow bottle when your engine is hot. Hot coolant and steam can cause severe burns. Check your owner’s manual, or ask you service advisor about when you should have your coolant replaced. At AFS Service in Hortonville we install quality NAPA replacement parts. Give us a call at 920.779.4199 and let us help keep you safely and economically on the road.

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Did You Know About Spark Plugs

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

The “spark” made by your spark plug is like a tiny bolt of lightning; it’s that powerful. Each time it sparks, a wee bit of material is lost from the electrodes. Over the millions and millions of sparks that happen over the thousands of miles you drive, enough material is lost from the spark plug to affect its performance. That’s one reason they need to be replaced. At AFS Service in Hortonville we install quality NAPA replacement parts. Give us a call at 920.779.4199 and let us help keep you safely and economically on the road.

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Did You Know About Air Conditioning

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

The Federal Environmental Protection Agency regulates the type of refrigerant you can use in your air conditioner. Your Hortonville service technicians are current on EPA rules for properly removing and disposing of used refrigerant, protecting the environment while keeping you cool. At AFS Service in Hortonville we install quality NAPA replacement parts. Give us a call at 920.779.4199 and let us help keep you safely and economically on the road.

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Did You Know About Power Brakes

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

Hydraulic brake fluid replacement is not listed in some owner’s manual service schedules. Ask your service advisor about when he would recommend a power brake fluid replacement. Fresh fluid has adequate levels of anti-corrosion additives that can help protect expensive brake components. At AFS Service in Hortonville we install quality NAPA replacement parts. Give us a call at 920.779.4199 and let us help keep you safely and economically on the road.

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Did You Know About Battery

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

Car batteries last longer in cold climates than in warm. Cold starts put a greater demand on batteries, but heat is a big factor in car battery life. We can test you battery for how well it holds a charge and to estimate how much life it has left. At AFS Service in Hortonville we install quality NAPA replacement parts. Give us a call at 920.779.4199 and let us help keep you safely and economically on the road.

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