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Safety First - Check Your Lights and Wipers - Downey Auto Repair

Safety First - Check Your Lights and Wipers - Downey Auto Repair We’ve hit our “cold” season here in the Downey area. Although, we might not face the rough winter driving conditions as some other parts of the country, we still need to be prepared for whatever winter might throw at us, especially if you have any road trips planned on your calendar. Hopefully, you won’t have to spend too much time in any frigid areas. But one way to help prevent that is to get your vehicle ready for season. This is a good time of year to take care of several important maintenance services, including a coolant flush. Now is a good time to make sure your battery, tires, brakes, and transmission are also in good working condition. But the checklist doesn’t stop there. There are some other important things that might not come immediately come to mind: your lights and wipers.   Safe Auto Repair in Downey Lights and wipers may not carry ... read more

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Should I Replace My Headlights Myself - Downey Mechanic

Does it bug you when you see another car driving with just one working headlight? What if that driver is you? Does your car have a bad headlight? If it does, then you should get it replaced. Driving with only one headlight can be dangerous because it can limit your vision. It can also make it harder for other drivers to see you. Even if you’re not concerned about the safety aspect, it might affect your wallet too. If an officer sees you, he or she could give you a ticket. It’s a good idea to check your headlights regularly. Even if they both work, they might not be as bright as they should be. As your headlamps get older, they start to dim. That means you can’t see as well at night. So, if your lights don’t seem as bright, or you have a busted bulb, replace your headlight to make nighttime travel safer. It might not seem like a big deal but changing a headlight can be difficult. And with some cars, it can seem almost impossible. In addition, some of the bulbs ... read more

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