Tag: hong kong auto service
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It's a new year – resolve to keep your car running smoothly and safely!
Happy New Year! Do your New Year’s resolutions include taking great care of your car or truck this year? If so, we can help! Our auto technicians are the best of the best and you can rely on Hong Kong Auto Service to make your service visit a pleasant, personable one. Just in case you’re… Read more
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'Check engine' light can be triggered by escaping fuel vapors
Your car’s “Check Engine” or “Service Engine Soon” light can flash on for more than 1,400 different reasons. The light is part of your vehicle’s on-board diagnostics (OBD) system and can indicate anything from a quick fix like a loose gas cap to a major repair like a catalytic converter. And here’s another example of… Read more
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Helping your tires last longer helps save you hundreds of dollars
There are many parts to a car that you can just forget about (unless they break). But your tires can’t be put in this category. There are a host of steps you can take to make them last longer and prevent you from being stranded on the side of the road with a flat or… Read more
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This dashboard light involves the airbag system and is a major safety issue
There are a number of dashboard warning lights that can pop on at any minute. Everyone knows what the oil light and battery light are for, but a lot of them require pulling out the owners’ manual. In the coming months, we are going to take a look at different lights and what they stand… Read more
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Tire rotations help your tires last longer, which saves you money!
Question: I get my car’s oil changed regularly, but is it worth the time and money to get my tires rotated? Does it even make any difference? Answer: The short answer to these questions is “yes” and “yes.” Getting your tires rotated is definitely worth the time and money, and it makes a big difference on… Read more
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Bad vehicle speed sensor affects your vehicle's anti-lock brakes
Your car’s “Check Engine” or “Service Engine Soon” light can flash on for more than 1,400 different reasons, and in the coming months, we’re going to share with you what some of those reasons are. The light is part of your vehicle’s on-board diagnostics (OBD) system and can indicate anything from a quick fix like… Read more
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Ever seen this dashboard light? If so, your power steering has a problem
There are a number of dashboard warning lights that can pop on at any minute. Everyone knows what the oil light and battery light are for, but a lot of them require pulling out the owners’ manual. In the coming months, we are going to take a look at different lights and what they stand… Read more
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Get your vehicle in shape for summer road trips!
It’s May, which means Memorial Day is right around the corner. Memorial Day means cookouts and parades, and it also means the beginning of summer road trip season. After a long winter, your vehicle needs some TLC before heading out. Here are some suggestions for getting your car road worthy and ready for a long… Read more
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Hong Kong Auto Service is your place for new tires
Question: When I need tires, shouldn’t I look for a place like Pep Boys, Sears, Sam’s Club that offers me the best deal? After all, tires are tires, aren’t they? Answer: Actually, there’s a lot more to it than mounting any old tire on your car. And we have examples to prove it. But first,… Read more
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Bad idle air control valve triggers Check Engine light
Your car’s “Check Engine” or “Service Engine Soon” light can flash on for more than 1,400 different reasons, and in the coming months, we’re going to share with you what some of those reasons are. The light is part of your vehicle’s on-board diagnostics (OBD) system and can indicate anything from a quick fix like… Read more
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7 tips for saving money at the pump
Gas prices in the Chicago area were at a record high at the beginning of March—$3.92 for a gallon of regular unleaded. Even though they dipped briefly, they are back on the rise. In fact, AAA predicts that Chicago-area drivers could once again be paying the highest prices in the country by late spring. To… Read more