How often should I get my vehicle's oil changed?
Car manufacturers and Motor Oil Companies all recommend changing your oil at 3,000 miles. Unless your driving is mostly highway miles, today's engines will run better and last longer with clean oil every 3,000 miles or three months, including a filter change.
My brakes just began squeaking last week. What do you think my problem is?
An unusual noise, squeak or a gentle tug on the steering wheel when stopping are common warning signs that it's time to check the brakes. A good rule of thumb is to check the brakes at the 6,000- to 7,500-mile mark when tires should be rotated.
My "Check Engine" light is on. What should I do?
An illuminated Check Engine light on your dashboard is your car's early warning system that something is wrong. It could be as simple as a loose gas cap or spark plug wire, or a serious forewarning of a mechanical failure. Bring your car in as soon as possible so that one of our ASE-certified technicians can diagnose and fix the problem.
Will having work done on my vehicle by anyone other than the dealer void my manufacturer warranty on my vehicle?
YOU DON’T HAVE TO TAKE YOUR VEHICLE TO THE DEALER TO MAINTAIN YOUR WARRANTY.
New and used car dealers are notorious for their claims that only they can provide scheduled
maintenance work on a car or truck that they sell. Some have gone so far as to state that a warranty will be rendered invalid if anyone other than a dealer’s service department does the work, or if any product other than a brand-name product is used.
This practice was one of a number of questionable tactics that led to the enactment of the
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act in 1975. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act is a component of the Federal Trade Commission Improvement Act, and was passed in an effort to “improve the adequacy of information available to consumers, to prevent deception, and improve competition…” It mandates disclosures designed to enhance consumer protection through awareness of implied and express warranties attached to products and services.
Finding a competent auto technician need not be a matter of chance. Much of the guesswork has been eliminated, thanks to national program conducted by the non-profit National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
ASE tests and certifies automotive professionals in all major technical areas of repair and service. With nearly 400,000 currently certified professionals, the ASE program is national in scope and has industry-wide acceptance and recognition. ASE-certified professionals can be found at every type of repair facility, from dealerships, service stations, and franchises to parts stores, independent garages, and even municipal fleets. Wayne Tire and Service employees ASE Certified Mechanics and is recognized as an ASE Blue Seal of Excellence facility. To learn more about ASE, visit www.asecert.org