It is inevitable that the sun will rise and set each day - so too is the inevitability of clutch wear if you drive a vehicle with a manual transmission. Unlike the sun, however, you have a lot of control over how fast that wear occurs. Here’s some information on riding the clutch, and why you should stop doing it!
What is “riding the clutch”? - Let’s start by defining exactly what we’re talking about here. “Riding the clutch” is one of many phrases in automotive slang, which circumnavigates the explanation of something sort of complicated. Any time your clutch pedal hangs out in the purgatory between fully depressed and fully released, except for the purposes of shifting or acceleration, you’re riding the clutch. Avoid using the clutch pedal to manage speed as much as possible. If you’re sitting at a stoplight or a stop sign, you might catch yourself letting the clutch out halfway to keep the car at a standstill instead of using the brake, or taking advantage of the clutch to drive slowly.
Windshield wipers are one of those things you never think about until you need them, and by then it’s too late. There’s a good chance you haven’t changed windshield wipers in a long time, so it might be a good idea to inspect them before rainy weather catches you off guard. Procar Northwest Inc. in Redmond, WA has compiled a few windshield wiper tips here for you.
If your transmission isn’t shifting correctly, you’ll want to be careful about how you choose to proceed. The best thing to do is turn the vehicle off and have a professional take a look at it, but if that isn’t an option, there are some steps you can take to ensure nothing gets damaged. At Procar Northwest Inc. in Redmond, WA we can take a look at your issues and also give you some tips on what to do when that option isn't available yet.
In the automotive business, the customer is just as important as the vehicle and the customer service is just as important as the auto repair. That is why at Procar Northwest Inc., we strive to provide only the best customer service to our clients.
Auxiliary transmission coolers are one of many ways the aftermarket can improve the quality and durability of your vehicle. From Procar Northwest Inc. in Redmond, WA, here’s some information concerning auxiliary coolers, why you might need one, and what it can do for you.
For all your transmission repair and maintenance needs, trust the specialists with the knowledge and ability necessary to keep your car, truck, or SUV reliably on the road. At Procar Northwest Inc. in Redmond, WA, we prioritize quality over everything. A huge aspect of that goal is keeping up with the technology of the modern era.
These days, many four-wheel-drive systems are electronically controlled - a button is pushed to engage four-wheel-drive, which activates a solenoid in the transfer case, shifting it into gear. What happens when yours stops working? Procar Northwest Inc. in Redmond, WA has the answers.
At Procar Northwest Inc. in Redmond, WA, we understand the importance of being on top of the latest in automotive technology. That’s why we invest heavily in top-notch diagnostic and programming equipment, and why we have technicians that know how to use it.
