Vehicle Maintenance

  • Why do vehicles burn oil?

    car broke down on side of road smoking

    When your car, truck, or SUV is burning oil, it can be frustrating and costly. There are numerous reasons an engine will burn oil - these range from an altogether worn out engine to a simple part replacement. At Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, TX we want to keep you informed, here's what you need to know about why your engine might be burning oil.

  • Why do vehicles burn oil?

    oil leak

    When your car, truck, or SUV is burning oil, it can be frustrating and costly. There are numerous reasons an engine will burn oil - these range from an altogether worn out engine to a simple part replacement. At Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, TX we want to keep you informed, here's what you need to know about why your engine might be burning oil.

  • Why do vehicles burn oil?

    oil leak

    When your car, truck, or SUV is burning oil, it can be frustrating and costly. There are numerous reasons an engine will burn oil - these range from an altogether worn out engine to a simple part replacement. At Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, TX we want to keep you informed, here's what you need to know about why your engine might be burning oil.

  • Why Does My Transmission Pop Out of Gear?

    transmission

    Manual transmissions are durable, reliable pieces of equipment. Still, sometimes problems arise. Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas has the answer to a question that plagues many manual transmissions; why does my transmission pop out of gear?

  • Why Does My Transmission Pop Out of Gear?

    transmission

    Manual transmissions are durable, reliable pieces of equipment. Still, sometimes problems arise. Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas has the answer to a question that plagues many manual transmissions; why does my transmission pop out of gear?

  • Why don’t my brake lights work?

    busy street with brake lights on on cars

    If your brake lights are giving you trouble, it’s something you want to get fixed. It’s a safety hazard, and you might also get a ticket out of it. Why aren’t they working, and what can you do about it? Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, TX has the answers.

  • Why Is My 4WD Not Working?

    4x4 Label on a Vehicle

    These days, many four-wheel-drive systems are electronically controlled - a button is pushed to engage four-wheel-drive, which activates a solenoid in the transfer case, shifting it into gear. What happens when yours stops working? Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, TX has the answers.

  • Why is My Tire Losing Air?

    mechanic checking tire pressure on tire

    Sometimes a tire goes flat over the course of days, weeks, or even months. A leak like this never has an obvious cause - so why is your tire losing air? From Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, TX, here’s some info on leaky tires.

  • Why is there a puddle under my car?

    Cars, trucks, and SUVs use and create multiple liquid substances. Here’s what you need to know about the puddle of liquid under your vehicle, from Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, TX. There are a few different substances that can pool under an automobile, and some are more serious than others. Knowing what to look for and what to do could save you from hassle with your vehicle in the long run. 

  • Why is there a puddle under my car?

    Cars, trucks, and SUVs use and create multiple liquid substances. Here’s what you need to know about the puddle of liquid under your vehicle, from Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, TX. There are a few different substances that can pool under an automobile, and some are more serious than others. Knowing what to look for and what to do could save you from hassle with your vehicle in the long run. 

  • Why is there a puddle under my car?

    car with hood up and puddle underneath of it

    Cars, trucks, and SUVs use and create multiple liquid substances. Here’s what you need to know about the puddle of liquid under your vehicle, from Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, TX. There are a few different substances that can pool under an automobile, and some are more serious than others. Knowing what to look for and what to do could save you from hassle with your vehicle in the long run. 

  • Why Is Your Transmission Important

    mechanic with a wrench

    If there’s one thing we know at Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, TX, it's the importance of a transmission. While engines get a lot of the spotlight in conversations about vehicles, we know that the transmission is the unsung hero of your automobile. We want you to know just how important it is, too.

  • Why Is Your Vehicle Draining Your Battery?

    battery light on the dash

    At Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, we know how annoying a dead battery can be. Here’s some information on the subject, that will hopefully help you understand your battery issues a little better.  If your battery dies after your car, truck, or SUV sits for a few hours, the battery itself isn’t necessarily the problem. While having the battery tested is a good place to start, many people mistakenly make a bad battery diagnosis, when actually something in the electrical system is to blame.

  • Why Is Your Vehicle Draining Your Battery?

    battery light on the dash

    At Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, we know how annoying a dead battery can be. Here’s some information on the subject, that will hopefully help you understand your battery issues a little better.  If your battery dies after your car, truck, or SUV sits for a few hours, the battery itself isn’t necessarily the problem. While having the battery tested is a good place to start, many people mistakenly make a bad battery diagnosis, when actually something in the electrical system is to blame.

  • Why It's Important To Have Routine Maintenance

    An article about routine maintenance probably doesn’t sound like the most riveting read, but at Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, TX, proper maintenance is something we believe in wholeheartedly. Routine maintenance is the key to making a vehicle last for decades; if done correctly, your vehicle will stay reliable and enjoyable to drive, and you will save time and money in the process.

  • Why It's Important To Have Routine Maintenance

    An article about routine maintenance probably doesn’t sound like the most riveting read, but at Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, TX, proper maintenance is something we believe in wholeheartedly. Routine maintenance is the key to making a vehicle last for decades; if done correctly, your vehicle will stay reliable and enjoyable to drive, and you will save time and money in the process.

  • Why It's Important To Have Your Oil Changed

    oil change

    At Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, we understand all too well the importance of changing your oil regularly. Three to five thousand miles sounds like a lot, but it doesn’t really take that long to rack them up. The busier you are, the more you probably drive, and the more likely you are to forget it’s time to change your oil. Here are some reasons to pay attention to your oil changes, and help you better understand why oil changes are so important.

  • Why It's Important To Have Your Oil Changed

    oil change

    At Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, we understand all too well the importance of changing your oil regularly. Three to five thousand miles sounds like a lot, but it doesn’t really take that long to rack them up. The busier you are, the more you probably drive, and the more likely you are to forget it’s time to change your oil. Here are some reasons to pay attention to your oil changes, and help you better understand why oil changes are so important.

  • Why It's Important To Wash Your Car

    really dirty muddy vehicle

    Everyone has different habits when it comes to washing their vehicle. Many people see it as a purely cosmetic thing, so as long as their vehicle is running and driving right they don’t see a point in washing it all that often. In actuality, washing your vehicle is also an important aspect of maintenance and making a vehicle last. Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, TX has some vehicle washing tips for you, to keep your vehicle in shape for years to come.

     

  • Why It's Important To Wash Your Car

    really dirty muddy vehicle

    Everyone has different habits when it comes to washing their vehicle. Many people see it as a purely cosmetic thing, so as long as their vehicle is running and driving right they don’t see a point in washing it all that often. In actuality, washing your vehicle is also an important aspect of maintenance and making a vehicle last. Dennis Road Automotive in Dallas, TX has some vehicle washing tips for you, to keep your vehicle in shape for years to come.

     

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