12|11|2017
How often should I replace my windshield wipers?
Question: What are the indications that a vehicle’s windshield wipers have reached the end of their lifespan? Answer: As we write this in December, we would agree that the...
11|12|2017
What items should I carry in my car during the winter?
Question: For local driving, do I need to worry about keeping cold-weather provisions in my vehicle? Answer: In the Denver area, the average winter temperature is just under 31...
10|09|2017
What can I learn from that stain on the garage floor?
Question: Is it possible to diagnose my car’s problem by checking the color of the liquid that it leaks? Answer: Technically, the answer is no; but it can point...
09|02|2017
What causes my car to make a pinging noise?
Question: Is there a way to eliminate the pinging that I hear in the engine when I accelerate? Answer: There are three likely causes of the kind of engine...
07|13|2017
Do I need to check my car’s oil level between changes?
Question: If my mechanic changes the oil every three months, can I assume that the fluid level is adequate? Answer: A quarterly (every three months) oil change is a...
06|13|2017
Is it safe to ignore my car battery in the summer?
Question: Do I need to be aware of possible harm to my vehicle’s battery resulting from summer heat? Answer: Car owners tend to worry most about their batteries in...
06|05|2017
My name is Dana TePoel
Lake Arbor Automotive & Truck Owner Dana TePoel talks to the Arvada Press about how he got started in the car maintenance and repair business, and why he finds...
05|15|2017
Is there an easy way to track my tires’ air pressure?
Question: How do I know when my tires are starting to go flat? Answer: In the “good old days,” you had to carry a tire pressure gauge in your...
04|25|2017
How do I distinguish between “severe” and “normal” driving?
Question: If my owner’s manual has two different maintenance schedules, how can I figure out where I fit? Answer: You’re right, most manufacturers these days recommend different maintenance schedules...
04|04|2017
How closely do I need to adhere to my car’s maintenance schedule?
Question: Do auto manufacturers suggest maintenance checks just so that their service departments can make money? Answer: Every auto and truck manufacturer recommends a maintenance schedule customized for its...