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Signs to Watch Out for If You Think Your Exhaust is Leaking

If you suspect that there is a problem with your exhaust, there are some things that you should be looking out for. This will assure that you get help right away when repairs will be minor.
  • Look out for vibrations that you might be feeling in your gas pedal or your steering wheel while the engine is running.
  • The smell of fumes from underneath or behind your vehicle will increase with problems.
  • A slight decrease in your fuel efficiency ratings may be noticed.
  • Look for minor leaks that may be taking place at the rear of your vehicle.
  • Your exhaust…
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Tips for Tire Rotations

A very important part of maintaining your tires' safety and extending their life is having your tires rotated on a regular basis. By rotating your tires, this also provides an opportunity to check the pressure in them, check the tread depth, and inspect them visually for any damage. If you are experiencing any type of vibration when you drive, be sure to have them balanced.

Each of your tires, based on their position, will wear in a different place. The tires on the front of a front-wheel drive vehicle, for example, take most of the friction and torque for accelerating…

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What to do in an Emergency Roadside Situation

There are specific ways that a person should and should not handle an emergency roadside situation. Knowing what to do ahead of time is the best way to prevent yourself from making a mistake.

The first thing to do is to get pulled over to a safe spot on the road from which you can assess the situation. You need to make sure that you are out of harm's way before you exit your vehicle to see what is going on. Once you are sure that it is safe to do so, you may get out of your car…

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Understanding the Risks of Hydroplaning

One of the most dangerous types of road conditions occurs right after the rain begins. It is not uncommon for vehicles to temporarily skid across the wet road. This scary occurrence is called hydroplaning. Although hydroplaning is possible on any wet surface, it is most likely to occur during the first initial moments of a rain shower.

Although you cannot prevent hydroplaning completely, there are steps that you can take to reduce the risk. It is important to ensure that your tires are properly inflated and rotated sufficiently.  

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Signs Your Exhaust is Leaking

The importance of your exhaust system can not be understated. Its entire purpose are to take most of the fumes and chemicals created in your internal combustion engine and remove them to the surrounding environment as opposed to having them leak into the cabin of the car where they can be harmful to the driver and passengers. That is why our team at Jaguar Greensboro want to be sure you know some of the most common signs to look for an exhaust leak. 

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Safer Emergency Tire Changes

Jaguar Greensboro understands the importance of being prepared for emergency situations. Most drivers will experience a potentially dangerous flat tire, and here are some tips to enhance safety during your next tire change.

First, place your vehicle on flat and stable ground that will support your tire jack. After finding your tire changing kit and spare, use the lug nut wrench to loosen the lug nuts on the flat tire. Place the jack in the proper location and raise your vehicle until the damaged tire clears the ground. Finish removing the lug nuts, remove the tire, and then put on…

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How to Get Rid of Pet Hair

Pet owners likely want to keep their furry friend's messes to a minimum. The good news is that there are many ways to do just that. Here are some tips from Jaguar Greensboro to make sure that your vehicle isn't overrun by cat or dog hair.

Putting your animal in a cage or crate can stop the hair from spreading around the car. Instead, it will stay within the confines of the crate or car. Generally, all you have to do to clean out a cage or crate is take it out of the vehicle and dump it…

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How to Protect Your Car From Salt Corrosion

Driving in the winter means you need to be aware of the road salt that may accumulate on your car before and after a major storm. While it certainly makes your car less attractive, there are even more reasons to be diligent about cleaning it off your car as soon as possible after a storm.

First of all, road salt can harm the clear finish on the exterior of your car. It can also corrode the exterior paint job and leave rust behind. This can eventually harm the mechanics of your car. 

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Making a Kit for Winter Survival

The winter can bring forth some of the harshest weather that you can deal with. Also, you can get stranded out in the cold, which can make things even scarier. Therefore, you need to think about a winter survival kit that you can use in the case things go wrong.

Among the things you may need for a winter survival kit are jumper cables, first aid kit, battery charger, water, air pump, rain poncho and other items in the survival kit. This will make sure that you are able to take care of yourself until you are able to get…

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Maintaining Headlights for Brightness

While you're driving at night, your headlights should be as bright as possible so that you can clearly see the road ahead of you. There are a few ways that you can ensure that your headlights are bright for the winter season or any other time of the year.

An easy way to keep your headlights bright is to polish the plastic covering over the bulb. This covering can get dirty from rain, sitting outside in the sun, or from debris on the road. You can usually get a kit at most car dealerships or by visiting Jaguar Greensboro…

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