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Get Fresh Air Inside Your Car
Air quality affects us wherever we are in Womelsdorf. Many decades ago, Womelsdorf residents began to become aware of how air pollution negatively affects health. But what about the air inside your vehicle? Cabin air filters are now coming on most new SUVs since the 2000 model year. These filters clean the air in the […]
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The Maintenance Free Myth
Quality surveys report fewer problems with new Womelsdorf cars than ever before. So does that mean that modern vehicles have become maintenance free? Back when cars spent more time in Womelsdorf repair shops, Pennsylvania drivers were more mindful of routine service. Now, it’s much easier to put it off. Take Womelsdorf tune-ups for example. In […]
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Brake Service
Most Womelsdorf drivers know that braking means slowing or stopping a vehicle. The mechanical aspects of the brakes themselves are just one issue. There’s also the power brake system and brake fluid. And then there are the tires, which are critical to the effectiveness of the brakes. Let’s step back. A car or truck rolls […]
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Air Conditioning Maintenance
Most Womelsdorf area car owners don’t service their air conditioning until after it fails. Maintaining your SUV air conditioning system means that you always have enough refrigerant to properly do the job. Small leaks in the air conditioning system allow the refrigerant to escape and the system can’t cool the air as well. Along with […]
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Wheel Alignment Service
When all of a vehicle’s wheels are lined up exactly with each other, your wheels are in alignment. Hitting a road hazard in Womelsdorf or even just the normal bumps and bounces of everyday Pennsylvania driving can cause your SUV wheels to be out of alignment. This can lead to expensive premature tire and suspension […]
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Serpentine Belt Replacement
Today’s Weiler’s Garage article focuses on your serpentine belt. Your serpentine belt is a long belt that’s driven by your engine. It winds around several accessories that power important automotive systems. Let’s go over them. First, the serpentine belt drives your air conditioning system. Next, the belt powers the alternator. The serpentine belt may also […]
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What Customers Like About Us
At Weiler’s Garage in Womelsdorf, a big part of the service we provide for our customers is education. We want you to feel confident with your service decisions. And we’re always open to questions. Even though we try to be proactive in our education, we sometimes get busy fixing cars and need a reminder. Please, […]
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Tire Replacement
New tire choices can be overwhelming for Richland car owners. Suppose you have an SUV and are trying to decide between all season tires or some that are also rated for off-highway. How much do you drive off-road in Richland? How important are looks? Let’s suppose you have a sporty car. You may like to […]
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Severe Service Maintenance Schedule
Some of our customers at Weiler’s Garage are surprised to learn that there are actually two service schedules for their vehicles. One is the regular schedule and the other is the severe service schedule. Let’s look at what the manufacturers say constitutes severe driving conditions, and let you draw your own conclusions: Most of your […]
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Under Pressure: Your TPMS System
Flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances can all be the result of Richland folks driving around on under-inflated tires. Now, it’s hard to tell when a radial tire is under-inflated but your service technician at Weiler’s Garage can help you. The tire may not look low until it gets below 20 pounds – […]