Car Care 101
Here is some great trips, tricks and information every car owner should know
Putting a Stop to Brake Problems (Brake Service)
Putting a Stop to Brake Problems (Brake Service). It’s safe to say that most drivers take their brakes for granted. You press on the brake pedal and the vehicle slows down or stops. It’s easy to see why it is so important for your vehicle’s brakes to be working correctly. Brakes are an important safety feature of any vehicle.
Winter Checklist (Things to Watch Out for in Winter)
Winter Checklist (Things to Watch Out for in Winter). No doubt about it, winter driving in cold climates presents challenges that warmer weather doesn’t. So here are a few things to pay attention to when it comes to your vehicle and winter.
U and your U-Joints (Lubricate U-Joints)
U and your U-Joints (Lubricate U-Joints).U-joints are connectors that allow the rotating power from your vehicle’s engine to deliver its power through a driveshaft to make the rear wheels rotate.
Keeping Your Cool (Coolant leak repair)
Keeping Your Cool (Coolant leak repair). If there’s one thing you should pay attention to with your vehicle, it’s the temperature gauge. It’s the one that may say C—H (that means “cold—hot”).
Smooth Shifting: Transmission Service for Tow Vehicles
Suppose you're going to take some friends out on the boat for water skiing at your favourite Calgary area lake. Of course, you get the boat ready, but what about your tow vehicle? Think about it – heavy Calgary traffic and hilly terrain. Maybe some dirt roads, and...
10 Ways Your Car Is Telling You It Needs Brake Service.
Regarding your vehicle's most important safety mechanism, letting issues slide until that system no longer functions properly is a recipe for disaster. Brakes are often overlooked and taken for granted once a significant problem arises. The following are the top 10...
The Light Many Drivers Fear (Check Engine Light)
The Check Engine light can be a driver’s nightmare. Is it just a loose gas cap or a more serious problem? Read more here.
Adding Life to your Vehicle’s Battery
Batteries are a huge part of modern life. I mean, how many battery chargers do you have? Of course, our purpose here is to talk about your car battery. When people come into HERITAGE AUTOPRO CHINOOK and need a new battery, they're really not that happy about having...
Shocks and Struts Wear Factors
No, we're not talking about the modelling world, these shocks and struts will help your car, truck, or SUV enjoy a smooth ride. In talking about shocks and struts, in straight forward terms, the springs hold up the body of your car. There are several types of springs:...
What’s Shakin’ with my Brakin’?
Brake Dancing on the streets? If you feel your vehicle vibrating when you’re braking, or if you don't stop in as short a distance as you used to, it may be time to have your brakes checked. All newer vehicles have disc brakes in the front, and more manufacturers are...
Restoring Headlights Clearly a Bright Idea
Making those Beams Bright Again Even in our more northern location, exposing your skin to sunlight in Calgary can cause sunburn and other unhealthy things. Sunlight can also create major problems for your headlights and taillights. After they've been exposed to...
Rekindle the Spark Plugs
If you drive a vehicle with a gasoline engine, thank the spark plugs for igniting the gasoline/air mixture in each cylinder that keeps your vehicle traveling smoothly down the road every day. Your spark plugs work hard, firing thousands of times in a...
Read the Writing on the Treads
Wear patterns on your tires can point to problems brewing. Take the first step to a solution by learning how to read the signs.
Don’t Get Left Out in the Cold: Know How Long Your Engine Heat will Last
Seeing your Fuel Gauge Like a Timer How long will your vehicle keep you warm before it runs out of gas? In Alberta winter weather conditions when driving around Calgary, or on getaway trips into the mountains, becoming stranded can quickly turn into a dire emergency...
What’s that Sound? Is it Actually Your Axle?
Calgary drivers should know that the axles are the last link in transferring power from the engine to the wheels. They’re strong parts that last a long time but they can run into trouble. Axles just wear out over time and need to be replaced. And sometimes axle seals...
Getting a Grip on Tire Options
When it’s time for new tires, the choices can be overwhelming for drivers. Let’s look at some common tire categories that fit the bill for us Calgarians. One category at Heritage Autopro is known as “summer tires”. Summer tires are designed to be driven on AB roads...
How Can I Keep My Car Contented?
Quality surveys report fewer problems with new cars than ever before. So does that mean that modern vehicles have become maintenance free in Calgary? Do I Still Need Maintenance? Back when cars spent more time in repair shops, Alberta drivers were more mindful of...
How Tired Are Your Tires?
Of the things Calgary drivers think about most, our tires are probably pretty far down the list. That’s understandable because today’s tires are engineered to do their job without needing you to pay too much attention to them. But they DO wear out, and worn tires can...