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What Are The Risks Of Driving With An Inaccurate Speedometer?

What Are The Risks Of Driving With An Inaccurate Speedometer?

You might not think about your speedometer often, but it is one of your vehicle's most important safety features that is used every time you drive. The speedometer is responsible for accurately showing you the speed at which your vehicle is going. Since it's an instinct to trust our speedometer, it can sometimes be difficult to tell when it's inaccurate (or broken). When your speedometer starts to malfunction, you should bring it to Brazzeal Automotive for an inspection, test, and repairs right away before you have to face the consequences.   Common Problems with Speedometer The most common cause behind a defective speedometer is electrical issues within the car itself. However, it could also include:  A defective speed sensor Failure in the engine control unit (ECU) Problem with electrical wiring or blown fuse  Our certified team of professionals at Brazzeal can pinpoint your speedometer problem by evaluating multiple areas. We will first check the sen ... read more

What Are the Benefits of Synthetic Oil?

What Are the Benefits of Synthetic Oil?

Synthetic engine oil is comprised of petroleum along with organic and inorganic elements. The chemical make-up of synthetic oil is engineered to be more complex than the ones found in conventional oil. The additives in synthetic oils are purer, making the formula more consistent. Whereas the ingredients found in traditional oil are lower in quality, requiring more frequent oil changes.   Did you know that more than half of modern vehicles use synthetic or semi-synthetic oil over conventional oil? Experts say that synthetic oil has certain advantages, including that it's thinner, lubricates better, and is more durable, making it prone to resist high heat and pressures. You should consider synthetic oil if: You favor less frequent oil changes or often forget to obtain service until the recommended interval has passed. You own a high-performance vehicle or drive in severe conditions resulting in a higher than average amount of heat. You are an eco-conscious individual and pr ... read more

Fuzzy Headlights? - Here's a Quick Fix

Fuzzy Headlights? - Here's a Quick Fix

If you're a person who likes their car clean, then you probably know the frustration of fuzzy or oxidized headlights. The problem with blurry headlights isn't just that they are visually unappealing, but faint lights also impact your visibility during night drives.    In the past, vehicle headlights in older model cars were made of glass. However, the headlights on modern cars have evolved and been designed with a very tough plastic called polycarbonate plastic. While this heavy-duty plastic is sturdy, it's permeable. They come with a protective film, but with wear and tear, the layer can become damaged. With damage, the porous material will become oxidized.    Before attempting all the DIYs you find on the internet, you must figure out whether the oxidation is inside or outside your headlight. If the imperfection is on the outside of your headlight, follow the easy instructions below to remove the oxidation. If the damage occurred on the inside of t ... read more

What Can Drain a Car Battery?

What Can Drain a Car Battery?

A dead car battery can be highly bothersome, but there are ways to avoid it most of the time. To help prevent your battery from dying, you first have to know what causes it to drain. Set those jumper cables aside and check out these six things that can explain why your vehicle's battery keeps falling.   You Forget to Turn Your Headlights Off If your battery keeps draining, the first thing you should check are your vehicle lights. Many new cars nowadays have headlights designed to turn off automatically. But if your automobile doesn't have this setting, your headlights may stay on until you either turn them off or till your battery is completely dead.   Your Battery Connections Are Loose or Corroded The positive and negative terminals found on your battery can sometimes get loose or corroded over time. If your terminals become compromised, you may have trouble starting the vehicle because your battery can't correctly transmit power! You can stop corrosion fro ... read more

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