The Timing Belt

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The Timing Belt

A timing belt is a device placed on the engine of a vehicle when the car is being constructed in the factory. The timing belt helps the crankshaft and camshaft maneuver back and forth. Whenever a person brakes or drives forward, the timing belt is working. When there is no timing belt on the engine, […]

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Compact Spare Tires Require Extra Care

Today, autos can have a full size or compact spare tire. The difference is that full-size spares ride like standard tires, and drivers can operate their vehicles as usual. Compact tires have limits. Drivers must reduce speeds and use care when steering and turning. Calgary-area drivers know that compact spares do not drive or feel […]

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How to Travel with Pets

Safety is the top priority for anyone looking to purchase a new car. And our team here at South Trail Kia recognizes that family doesn't stop with just your children. Pets are part of the family too! That is why we thought it would be fitting to provide you with a few tips on how […]

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Top Five Reasons to Buy a Kia

Reason Number One - Quality Years ago, KIA focused more on providing value, over long-term quality and reliability. Over the years, however, they've changed direction and now rival all other brands when it comes to style, technology, comfort, and safety. Year in and year out, Kia vehicles rank as high or higher in initial quality […]

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2 Crucial Tips to Avoid Hydroplaning

Taking important safety measures to prevent hydroplaning helps keep you and others safer on the road. Hydroplaning occurs when your vehicle can't push the incoming water from rain away fast enough. It can happen without warning and take away your ability to brake or steer, making it extremely dangerous not only to you but others […]

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Back to School Auto Maintenance Steps

The back to school season is busy; it's filled with tasks, activities, school obligations, work, and errands. The busy times put demands on the family vehicles. When an older child drives off to college, then he or she may have to take on car maintenance for the first time. Basic maintenance is essential to keeping […]

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Save Yourself From Expensive Repairs By Keeping Your Tires Properly Inflated

Do you want to save yourself from expensive repairs on your vehicle? Most people want to, but you might not know one of the easiest ways to save yourself from those repairs. All you have to do is check your tire pressure and make sure all four wheels are properly inflated. When tires are underinflated, […]

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Motor Oil and Whether or Not to Change it Before a Long Trip

Long trips require a lot of planning. If you are planning on going for a long ride, you have to make sure that everything is taken care of in your vehicle. One thing you have to look at is your oil. It helps to separate fact from fiction One of the popular myths when it […]

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Headlight Restoration: DIY, Or Help From The Pros?

Headlights are a feature that says a great deal about the overall condition of your car. Since headlights are at the front of a vehicle, they are one of the first things other drivers notice. That positioning also exposes them to many elements. Bugs, rocks, road tar, and weather can dull the appearance of headlights. […]

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Signs Your Exhaust is Leaking

?Many people neglect to take notice that their exhaust is in need of repair. Many times, people don't even know the signs to look for. When it comes to your exhaust, damage can cause much more than just a little louder noise from your engine. You could also experience some pretty decreased fuel efficiency. There […]

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