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Properly inflated tires are critical for a smooth ride through Brunswick, OH and the longevity of your car itself. Fortunately, if your car was manufactured after September 2007, it is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). Integral tire sensors report pressure changes, potentially triggering the TPMS warning light for underinflation.

Underinflation has more causes than punctures and tears. Every month, for instance, tires lose approximately 1.5 pounds per inch (psi) of pressure. For every 10 degrees the temperature drops, tire pressure can drop an additional...

If you can smell exhaust fumes when you are driving your car, this is dangerous. Exhaust fumes contain toxins, and can make it difficult for you to breathe. When there is a hole somewhere in your exhaust system, you can experience fumes coming into your vehicle. Bring your car to Brunswick Mazda if you see or smell fumes in your car.

Your exhaust system cleans the dirty, toxin filled air that comes from your engine when the car is running. When the system is malfunctioning, toxic air escapes into your car and into the environment.

A car with a bad…

Moving a tire into a new position can help to give that tire new life and make it last longer on your vehicle. You don't want one single tire to be receiving all of the wear and tear when you drive your vehicle about. We can handle your tire rotation needs.

When your tires are moved to new positions on your vehicle, they wear in new ways. Rotating your tires is something that is essential if you want the tires to last a long time, and you should rotate them every few months. We know how to rotate your…

One of the most important safety devices your vehicle has during rainy weather is properly working headlights. Even during daylight hours, sheets of rain easily obscure your vision, but having your headlights on brightens the roadway ahead and makes your vehicle more visible to other drivers.

But headlights can break down or burn out over time. So before the next storm hits, we at Brunswick Mazda strongly encourage you to make an appointment at our service department to get your headlights checked. We can also repair or replace...

Your vehicle's battery is absolutely vital. Without it, your car will not start, your headlights will not turn on, and none of the many important electrical components of your vehicle will function.

On a regular basis, have a professional take a look at your battery, test its functionality, and make sure it is in top shape. The battery terminal should be cleaned and free from any corrosion, and the cable ends on the terminal need to be inspected and replaced if they are in poor condition. If your headlights seem dim, your horn sounds weak, or you are...

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— Cars.com (@carsdotcom) December 24, 2016

With the holiday season coming up, millions of families will be driving on the road to friends and family. One very important thing to consider especially if you are going on more lengthy trips is the predicted weather in the states you will be driving through.

 

The seasons might be changing, but don't assume that your vehicle is going to easily transition as the weather changes. The best thing to do is get to the service center for an inspection today.

 

Being a responsible Mazda owner means that you have to follow a regular service schedule. It is necessary to keep your fluids fresh and topped to the recommended levels. Ensure to monitor the fluids below to keep your vehicle running normally:

• Brake fluid – Check it before leaving on a trip or errand. If low, it could mean that your brakes will not engage.
• Transmission fluid – Check it at least twice every year, and have it flushed and replaced every so often.
• Oil – It is necessary to check the state of the oil during the vehicle's service, but we recommend…

Getting your vehicle to the service center to have the tires rotated can benefit you in more ways that you might think. Here are just a few of the things you should consider when it comes to taking better care of the tires on your vehicle:

1. If the tires are getting rotated every other oil change, you will lessen the likelihood that the car is going to pull to the side as you are operating the car at high speeds.

 

There are many ways to keep your vehicle properly maintained. You need to make sure that you get your oil changed regularly and have the brakes serviced every 12,000 miles or at least once every year. If you put your vehicle through a lot, you'll need to get your vehicle serviced more frequently.