Common Car Maintenance Terms You Should Know

Congratulations on owning a new car! It is so much fun having a new car smell. While you’re out driving around in your new car, there are a few things you need to know, especially when it comes to maintenance. While no one expects you to be an expert, there are some common maintenance terms you need to know in order to keep your car running smoothly. Here is some information about common maintenance terms and why they are so important.

Oil filters

Oil filters are some of the most important pieces in your car because they keep dust and debris out of your engine. If your engine is full of dust and debris, it won’t run properly and could overheat. You need to have your oil filter checked each time you get your oil changed.

Catalytic Converter

Catalytic converters help keep down the harmful exhaust fumes that damage the environment. When a catalytic converter is damaged, your car will run choppily and loudly, or it may not run at all.

Air Filter

While the air filter is not as important as the oil filter, it is still very important. Your engine is constantly sucking in air, and the air filter, much like the air filter, keeps dirt and debris from getting to your engine and causing serious issues. No one wants their engine to overheat.

Spark Plugs

Spark plugs are small and easily hidden, but they are the reason your car starts. Your engine is called an internal combustion engine, and it can’t start at all without a spark. The spark plugs provide the spark for ignition to take place. If your car doesn’t start, one of the reasons it isn’t starting is spark plugs.

When you need to get your car serviced, we hope you’ll come to see us. We’re located at 2961 Pennsylvania Avenue, Marianna, Florida, 32448. You can also give us a call at 850.526.3511.

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