WCCO's Car Care Podcast
1) Driving on Low Tire Pressure, Warming up a Vehicle in the Winter, Tire Rotation Tips
Does it matter how much fuel is in your vehicle in the winter time? How long can you drive on tires with low pressure. How big of a difference do engine additives like Seafoam make? Is there still a d...Show More
2) Time To Check The Tires, Tips to Clearing the Windshield, Battery Changing Basics
With all the snow it would be a good idea to make sure your tires are in good shape. How to clean and maintain wheels. Are there differences in windshield washer fluids? How ice and frost can damage w...Show More
3) Fixing a flat, Gearing up for winter, and maintaining a PSI!
It is that time of the year! The snow is falling and the temperatures have dropped significantly which means Nick Stoffel of Lloyd's Automotive is here if you need to monitor your car’s upkeep in the ...Show More
4) Why Tires Could Start Making Noise, Why Headlights Seem Brighter, Testing The Battery
Why tires could start getting noisy. Accuracy of tire gauges. Are headlights getting brighter? Does temperature impact windshield repair? Is catalytic converter theft still a major problem? Fixing a s...Show More
5) Brake Fluid Testing, Inspecting Suspension, Caring for the Key Fob
Lloyds Automotive continues to expand. Hiring quality mechanics. When to inspect and replace brake fluid. What could cause "clunking" noises when making a turn in your vehicle. Why is antifreeze diffe...Show More
6) Picking a Good Mechanic, Explaining the CARFAX System, Following the Fluid Maintenance Schedule
Resolving backup camera issues. Changing transmission fluid. How to pick a good mechanic. Figuring out why a car will not start. How the CARFAX system gets their data. Repairing the gear shifter. Why ...Show More
7) Wheel Bearing Basics, Time to Check Tire Pressure, Summer Tires vs. Winter Tires
Denny had to make another trip to Lloyd's for a wheel bearing issue in his vehicle. What are the signs you need to get a wheel bearing fixed and what could happen if that maintenance is delayed. Commo...Show More
8) The Importance of Keeping Tires and Cars Winter Ready!
Making sure you have good tires before the snow hits - we discuss the importance of tread and winter tires in Minnesota, check engine lights, internal temperature issues, headlights, antifreeze, batte...Show More
9) Storage Preparations, Adding After Market Features, The Purpose of the Stop/Start Feature
Getting vehicles ready for storage. What to do and what not to do before putting your vehicle away for awhile. How to properly use a battery tender. How difficult is it to change the ignition? Can lan...Show More
10) Battery Basics, Getting Bugs Off of the Vehicle, Fuel Efficiency Failure
Denny makes an unexpected trip to Lloyd's Automotive. What is the typical life of a battery? Preventing rust on your vehicle. Why high beams may not be staying on. Best way to remove bugs from the veh...Show More