WarrantyDifferential Service at Car Fix Libertyville: Viva la DifferenceEvery vehicle on IL roads has a differential, and it is important to the proper operation of the vehicle. But most Libertyville residents don't have a clue what it is.The differential compensates for differing wheel speeds. For example, when you turn, the inside tire on the turn travels a much... Read More Posted in Warranty on July 26, 2026 The Right Stuff (Choosing Replacement Parts)Let's face it. Vehicles are complicated machines, each having thousands of parts. And since they're subjected to heat, cold, vibrations, bumps and much more, these parts wear out and need to be replaced. When your service advisor says you need a new part, you may have many options. Let's say... Read More Posted in Warranty on July 19, 2026 The Car Fix Libertyville Guide to Servicing Your DifferentialDifferential? What's that? And what's it for? I've been told by my service advisor that I need to get it serviced, but is that on the level?Do these questions sound familiar? They're not uncommon for Libertyville drivers. A lot of us in Libertyville don't know what a differential is or what it'... Read More Posted in Warranty on July 12, 2026 Automotive Tips from Car Fix Libertyville: Knowing When Your Timing Belt Should Be ReplacedThe timing belt in your engine controls the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves. Libertyville drivers need to replace it on a schedule to avoid failure.Timing belts are very difficult to get to, requiring quite a bit of labor to access. Timing belt replacement is one of the more ... Read More Posted in Warranty on July 05, 2026 Taking the Heat (Batteries in Hot Weather)Quick question. Which is tougher on a vehicle's battery, the heat or the cold? Believe it or not, it's the heat. Think about it. The battery often sits in the engine compartment next to that motor generating lots of heat. That can accelerate corrosion in the battery and may even cause water i... Read More Posted in Warranty on June 28, 2026 Technician Training at Car Fix LibertyvilleYour vehicle is important to you, and keeping it running properly is important to your lifestyle. That's why you're smart enough to have it serviced regularly at Car Fix Libertyville in Libertyville. And even though it may just be routine maintenance, you want it done right by automotive profes... Read More Posted in Warranty on June 21, 2026 Keeping Your CoolMost vehicles on the road use an engine coolant to help get the heat out of the engine so it can run at the temperature its designed to. Coolant also prevents your engine from freezing in cold weather and reduces corrosion in some components such as the radiator and water pump. After youve driv... Read More Posted in Warranty on June 14, 2026 Maintaining Your Diesel in LibertyvilleDiesel engines have been used extensively in Europe and Asia for many years. They haven't been as common in the Libertyville area because of the high sulfur content in our diesel fuel. But the government is now mandating lower sulfur content and, as a result, we are going to see more Libertyvil... Read More Posted in Warranty on June 07, 2026 The Byte Stuff (Your Vehicle's Computers)Nobody has to tell you that computers are a part of so many things in our lives. Smartphones, kitchen appliances, vacuum cleaners, televisions. You name itit has a computer in it. And your vehicle is no exception. The earliest cars relied on the technology of their time, and there was no such... Read More Posted in Warranty on May 31, 2026 Recommended Service Intervals at Car Fix LibertyvilleMost people in the Libertyville area are aware that automotive manufacturers have recommended service intervals. Following recommended service intervals is very important. The engineers that design our vehicles have tested the various systems and components to meet durability and safety standards... Read More Posted in Warranty on May 24, 2026 |
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