What is a TSB? (Technical Service Bulletins)
March 31, 2024
If your vehicle had something in its design or production that the manufacturer had figured out had an unanticipated problem, you'd want to know about it. And you'd want it fixed. There is something that can help drivers with just such a scenario. It's called a Technical Service Bulletin, or TSB.... More
The Turn Signal Mystery (Turn Signal Problems)
October 8, 2023
Some problems are easy to diagnose on a vehicle; others aren't. Figuring out what's wrong with a malfunctioning turn signal sometimes fits into both categories. By the way, if your tempted to just leave your broken blinker broken, remember you can get a ticket for not using them, not to mention... More
TPMS: Tire Pressure Monitoring for Your Livonia Vehicle
May 1, 2022
Livonia drivers may know that all 2008 model year and newer cars, mini-vans and light trucks in MI come with a tire pressure monitoring system. Many slightly older vehicles around the Livonia area have these systems as well. A tire pressure monitoring system called TPMS consists of sensors on ... More
Unlock the Secret (Malfunctioning Door Lock Actuator)
November 21, 2021
What a convenience power door locks are on a vehicle. The latest don't even require you to push the button on the key fob; all you have to do is have it with you. But sometimes there's a component of power door locks that can fail, especially when they are used several times each day. Those ar... More
Why Is My Check Engine Light On?
March 22, 2020
The Check Engine Light strikes fear into the hearts of some Livonia drivers, and is totally ignored by just as many. Just what it means is a mystery to most people. Let's get the urgency issues out of the way first. If your Check Engine light is flashing, that means that something is wrong that ... More
ICE - In Case Of Emergency In Livonia MI
June 16, 2019
When accidents occur in Livonia, MI, the victims' emergency contacts are extremely important. Too often, those involved aren't able to provide rescuers with phone numbers and medical information.When MI police and rescue workers must sift through pockets, glove compartments, wallets, purses and ... More
When You Hear the Crash in Livonia: What to Do After an Accident
January 13, 2019
Motorists in North America drive about 3 trillion miles/4.8 trillion kilometers every year. There are over 250+ million licensed drivers, and approximately 6.2 million accidents happen every year. Unfortunately, if we're going to drive vehicles, there are going to be accidents. Knowing what to do... More
Don't Stack the Mat
September 9, 2018
In the sloppy cold weather months, you might be tempted to pick up an all-weather mat and throw it on top of the mats you already have in your vehicle. After all, double protection is better, right? In this case, wrong. Here's why. It's important to keep the accelerator and brake pedals clear so ... More