Posts by Merrill Automotive

Testing Your Car Lights Ensuring that the lights on your car are working correctly is a key part of ensuring the safety of yourself and others on the road. Regular car light tests let you identify if any part of the lighting system is malfunctioning and can make sure that you are always seen on…

Properly Inspecting Your Tires Inspecting tires is an important part of vehicle maintenance. An effective tire inspection should include checking for wear, proper inflation, and any other issues. Checking tires regularly helps to ensure vehicle safety and performance. This article will cover the causes of tire wear, different types of tires, how to inspect tire…

Regularly Checking Fluid Levels Regularly checking fluid levels can be an important part of vehicle maintenance and safety. Fluid levels should be checked for optimal performance, prevention of costly repairs, and for longevity and effective operation of the vehicle. While some fluids may require more frequent checking than others, knowing how and when to check…

Tips for Inspecting Your Vehicle Owning a vehicle is a big responsibility. You must ensure that it is operating safely and efficiently in order to protect yourself and anyone else on the road. Regularly inspecting your vehicle can benefit you in several ways, including helping you detect any potential problems before they become major issues…

Car Transmission Issues Having a car’s transmission malfunctioning can be an unsettling event as it is expensive and can mean substantial repair bills. Car owners should be familiar with the common causes of car transmission problems, how to diagnose car transmission issues, indicators of transmission failure, and how to prevent major repairs. This article will…

Common Issues with Brakes The brakes of your commercial or personal vehicle are one of the most important components. This is because they are responsible for slowing down or stopping your vehicle. Without a properly functioning brake system, your car won’t be able to stop safely and you may be putting yourself and others in…

Alternator Problems An alternator is a vital component of any vehicle. It harnesses the power of the engine’s cranking to keep the battery charged and the electrical systems running in a car. Alternators help to provide power to accessories such as the radio or headlights. Without a working alternator, your vehicle won’t have the energy…

All You Need to Know About Your Car’s Battery Lengthy start-up delays, struggle to turn over the engine, or no response at all when you turn the key are all tell-tale signs of a dead car battery. A dead battery can result in a wide range of issues, from minor inconvenience to an early trip…

Common Car Problems and How to Identify Them As car owners, dealing with problems can be stressful and expensive. Knowing what potential issues may be lurking, and how to identify them, can go a long way towards keeping your vehicle running smoothly and avoiding costly repairs. You should look for warning signs of car problems,…

Flat Tire Repair vs Replacement Whether you have a flat tire from a nail in the road, a blowout, or a puncture, knowing the difference between tire repair and tire replacement is important. In some cases, a flat tire can be repaired, but in other cases the tire must be replaced. Understanding the cost, time…

Can You Safely Drive With an EVAP Leak? An EVAP leak, or evaporative emissions control system leak, occurs when fuel vapors escape from the car’s fuel tank or any other part of the system that controls them. It can be a dangerous problem, but with the right knowledge, you can identify, fix, and prevent an…

How To Replace a Tire Valve Stem Replacing a tire valve stem is an important part of maintaining the safety of your vehicle. A tire valve stem is a small part located inside the wheel that allows air to flow in and out of the tire. Over time, these valves can become damaged or worn,…