Fall Vehicle Maintenance Tips

How to change a flat tire Knowing how to change a flat tire is an important skill to have, but many people don’t think about it until they have a flat that needs changing. Read on to learn how to change a flat tire so that you know what to do if you ever get a flat on the road! more Read More: How can I camp in my car? Steps to change a flat tire The most important thing to do first is to make sure that your vehicle has all of the necessary tools to fix a flat. Most vehicles have these items already, but double-check to be sure! Items you will need include a jack, a lug wrench, a fully-inflated spare tire and your owner's manual. Other items that are handy to have include work gloves, a flashlight, a blanket (to kneel on), reflective triangles and/or a reflective vest (in case you get a flat at night). Then, follow these steps to change your tire! Pull over in a safe location and turn on your hazard lights Apply the parking brake Remove the hubcap and/or wheel cover Loosen the lug nuts but do not remove completely Place the jack under the vehicle and raise it Remove the lug nuts Remove the flat tire and mount the spare Tighten the lug nuts with your hand (not too tight!) Lower the vehicle so that the tire is on the ground but not with its full weight and tighten the lug nuts completely Lower the vehicle the rest of the way and replace the hubcap or wheel cover Schedule a Service Appointment Here! For all your automotive needs, come to Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac today!

What is an Anti-lock Braking System? Nearly every new vehicle comes equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), but many people aren't sure exactly what it does or how it works. While nearly everyone understands that it is a safety feature to help keep you safe on the road, it can be more helpful to be able to recognize the signs when ABS is activated so that you know what is going on in your vehicle. Check out this video explaining how ABS works and how it helps you stay safe! more View Our Inventory If you have questions about your vehicle or are in need of service or repairs, come on into the service center at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac!

So, you got into a fender bender. You might not have felt like you were in any real danger, but your airbags were deployed. You car tries to protect you, but replacing airbags can be expensive. Read on and we'll give you an idea of how airbags work, and whether it's possible to avoid replacing them after an accident. more Read More: Safety Tips and Tricks How Do Airbags Work? Saving lives is important, and airbags in our cars have prevented life-ending injuries for thousands of people since they were created. The bag itself is made from a thin nylon that is folded into the steering wheel (or other side panels in the car). There is also a sensor that measures the force of your car during a collision and tells the bags to deploy. The other part is the inflation system, which is a combination of chemicals that create hot nitrogen gas. The combination of sodium azide and potassium nitrate reacts to create the gas, thus inflating the bag and quickly deflating afterwards (through holes in the bag). Because the chemicals can only react once, new, intact airbags must be put into the car after every collision to keep you and your passengers safe and sound next time you get into a tough spot! Check This Out: Service Center Coupons! Schedule Airbag Service and Repairs Kenosha WI If your car needs new airbags, feel free to contact the experts at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac of Kenosha. We would love to get your car back in ship shape!