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Four Wheel Drive Maintenance and Repair

Almost all 4×4 cars are rugged and built to take a beating, especially the trucks. Even though they withstand a lot more strain than most vehicles they can only go so far without the proper maintenance and repair schedule. The Car Salon, Calgary provides one of the most comprehensive four-wheel-drive maintenance and repair processes. And yes, before you ask, there is a vast amount of difference in maintaining four-wheel drives as the differential systems they run on is different from regular 2 wheel drives and even all-wheel drives. Although 4 wheel drives and all-wheel drives are sometimes used interchangeably they are quite different from each other. Let’s look at how to take care of your four by four.

Taking Care Of Your Four Wheel Drive

All Four Wheel and All Wheel Drives have a transfer case which transfers power to the front or rear axle depending on the requirement. In Four Wheel drives this transfer case shift power to either the front or rear of axel while in an all-wheel-drive power can be transferred to any of the 4 tires basis your requirement. You can only imagine the kind of stress it must be under constantly. This transfer case requires a large amount of lubricating, just like your engine failing which you are only calling for serious trouble. Our experts at The Car Salon ensure that you’re never left without the required fluids. Ensure that you get yours check every 2 years or 35,000Kms, whichever comes first.

You should also pay attention to the differential systems in your four-wheel drives. It what provides you with the ability to shift to the 4×4 mode when you need. In most cases, you are driving along as a regular 2 wheel drive with most of the power being drawn from the front or rear tires depending on your vehicle and model. However, it’s deferential that helps shift power to all 4 tires when you need it. Since most 4×4 cars are so unique they have their own maintenance schedules. Referring to the user manual provided with the vehicle and having regular visits to your local auto experts – The Car Salon will prevent you from having to spend more in repairs to other parts of the car.

4-Wheel Drive Inspection

All you have to do is ensure that your 4-wheel drive system inspection happens on a regular basis. If you’re having trouble with your drive system then the professionals at The Car Salon in Calgary can definitely help you get in sorted out in a jiffy. We also perform a wide array of 4-wheel drive inspections so that you can be stress-free before setting out on a long drive.

Conclusion

Looking after your 4-wheel drive in no laughing matter. Its mean business, which is why we mean business when we look at all the possible issues that could affect your vehicle. Our 4×4 vehicle inspections like everything we do at The Car Salon is very thorough. While being thorough we don’t take longer than necessary on any job so you’re back with your vehicle sooner rather than later. If you want to get your four-wheel car looked at by an expert book an appointment with The Car Salon today. We offer the best and most competitively priced services in Calgary and you’ll see why we take such pride in our work.

Benefits Of Paint Protection Film Installation In Calgary

A lot of car manufacturers in recent times have switched to water-based paints. These are good for the environment and shave off a few dollars for the car manufacturers as well. However, what it gives the end customer is a softer, feebler paint that chips easily and fades very quickly. Now we’re all for being environmentally friendly but we pay dearly for our cars to look and feel nice. We would always recommend a Suntek paint protection film installation on your car. There are several benefits of a paint protection film and we’ll look at a few of them in detail.

Benefits Of Paint Protection Film Calgary

1) Paint Protection

This one is a bit obvious but the number one reason to install a PPF in Calgary is to protect the paint on your car from chips and fading. Forget about going off-road on a trail like the Deerfoot trail (which is known as the rock chip capital of Canada), but even on regular roads the chances of having debris accidentally chip away the color from your car is extremely high. Protect your exteriors by installing a PPF from a respectable mechanic shop in Calgary.

2) No Additional Maintenance Required

We use the Suntek paint protection film, it has a lot of advantages over other PPFs and is superior in quality. What we like about the paint protection film is that it does not require any additional maintenance. You simply install it and let it do its job while you drive around carefree. Simply wash and clean your exterior as you normally would.

3) No Drilling Or Chemical Adhesives Required

Another benefit of using a paint protection film on your car is that you don’t need to use additional adhesives on your car to have the film stick to the exterior. The film already has an adhesive that is safe for your car paint and installs extremely easily. You don’t need fasteners, drilling or any other additional effort to install the film

4) Lifetime Warranty Available

We are so sure about the work we do and the materials we use that we provide a lifetime warranty against peeling of the film, against bubbles appearing on your car where the film has not been installed properly, and the film turning yellow due to exposure to the environment. We take our handiwork very seriously and we only use the best paint protection film available in the market – Suntek Paint Protection Film. If you don’t believe us we’ll be happy to give you references of any of our happy customers who’ve had the paint protection film installed at the best auto workshop in Calgary – The Car Salon

5) Extremely Clear and Undetectable

Most car owners are hesitant to use paint protection films because when not installed properly you can clearly tell there is some sort of plastic coating on your car. This not only looks bad, but it can be pretty harmful to the actual paint of your car. When installing a paint protection film in Calgary, always make sure to visit a professional auto shop certified in the installation of PPF. If you’re looking for the best in the business get in touch with The Car Salon to install PPF today!

Conclusion
A paint protection film is absolutely crucial, especially in Calgary. There are plenty of auto body shops in Calgary that claim to be able to give you the precise finish that will have your car looking spanking new all over again but only one company, The Car Salon, can back those claims up with verified customer testimonials. If you are looking to protect your car paint with a film, get in touch with the best in the business.

Checklist For Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspection

Buying a vehicle can be very stressful and expensive. People try different methods to get the best deal and more often than not end up with a bad deal that they have to live with. One of the ways people try to get a good deal on a car is to buy a car at an auction. Cars that have been repossessed are usually re-sold by the banks at auction houses and they’ll even take it back if you show proof of a significant defect in the car. If you’ve recently purchased a vehicle at an auto-auction that includes a return option and you would like to have it thoroughly inspected before you take full possession of the vehicle then get in touch with the experts at ‘The Car Salon’.

What Is Covered Under The Buyer Protection Policy Of Action Houses?
1. Engine troubles such as cracked cylinder blocks, broken valves, issues with the gaskets, or cylinder compressions.
2. Transmission failures due to problems with the shift or gearbox
3. Problems and damage to the frame which is certified by a certified frame shop
4. A transfer case is binding or inoperable

Why Do You Need Professional Vehicle Inspection Services?
Apart from the checklist that is mandatory for the buyer protection policy to come into effect, there could be several things wrong with the vehicle that the auction house would not cover and you would have to pay for it out of pocket. Instead of buying a complete lemon ensuring that you make a solid purchase and if not than ensuring that the changes will not cost you too much to fix is what you need. A professional vehicle inspection service will look into all the tiny details that you might have missed when you gave the car a once over to look for any problems. We’ve included a tiny checklist of things we look out for when we do a vehicle inspection for you.

Vehicle Inspection Checklist

• Tires
o Check the tire pressure
o Tire Threads
o Wear on the tire
 Uneven tire wear could sometimes indicate a bigger problem related to the suspension of the frame quality of the car that laymen could tend to miss out on.

• Batteries
o Charge-Discharge load test
o Voltage check

• Brakes
o Brake fluids check
 It is the lifeblood of your braking system that often gets overlooked because of the amount of time it takes to check
o Wear and tear on the drums, rotors and other minor parts

• Steering and Suspension
• Steering belt
• Fluid levels

• Engine
• Leaks
• Damage
• Maintenance checks

• Frame

• Exhaust Systems

This isn’t an exhaustive list, but a good reference to give you a general idea of how well we really plan out vehicle inspections to not only cover issues that you might have now but possible issues that you might be facing in the future. If major faults are noticed during the inspection you can be assured that your Buyer Protection Policy will protect you. If there isn’t anything major wrong with the vehicle then you can always rely on our affordable car servicing options to fix and tune up whatever is required.

Conclusion
While you may have protection from the auction house if you end up buying a car sold to you under false pretenses or a car that is damaged beyond repair, what happens when this is not the case? You’ll need a reliable car service station to look into all your repairs and fixes in the most affordable manner. If you need your vehicle inspected for other reasons as well our services will come in more than handy. Get in touch with us today!

Troubleshooting Anti-Lock Brakes

Over the river and through the woods was more dangerous back when cars had crummy bias-ply tires, rear-wheel drive, and ordinary brakes.

So, tonight you feel confident driving home through several inches of freshly fallen snow after a sumptuous holiday dinner. Your front-drive car has excellent all-season tires and ABS (antilock braking system) — although the ABS light has been on since you banzai’d the berm at the end of the driveway an hour ago. This may explain the loss of steering control when you’re slowing down for a corner. Like this downhill turn, right … there, as you blow straight past it with the wheels skidding and the steering cranked over hard against the stop.

ABS has become pretty much standard equipment on most vehicles. Sensors tell a computer when a wheel stops rotating, which indicates — at least when the vehicle still has forward speed — that the brakes have overpowered the available traction at that particular wheel. The computer then directs a hydraulic valve to release some brake fluid pressure to the wheel to let it rotate again.

This process repeats many times per second until the vehicle stops or you lift your foot off the brake pedal. The ABS computer does a power-on self test every time you cycle the ignition. If it finds it’s lacking data, or a hydraulic pump or valve isn’t responding, it illuminates the ABS warning light on the dash.

Originally published at www.thecarsalon.com