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Snake in the Engine (Serpentine Belt)

There's a belt that snakes through your engine.  It's even named for a snake, the serpentine belt.  It'll bite you when it breaks, possibly leaving you stranded.  So, it's good to know ...
Published on: Jun 09, 2024

Automotive Tips from Pro Automotive Services: Wiper Blades – Signs of Wear Has Video

90% of our driving decisions are based on vision. Anything that impedes your vision can affect your driving safety – including a dirty windshield. In that sense, your wiper blades are ...
Published on: Jan 07, 2024

Drive Train Service in Wood River at Pro Automotive Services Has Video

The drive train in your vehicle includes all the components that transfer power from the transmission to the wheels. Those components differ depending on what type of vehicle you drive, na...
Published on: Oct 15, 2023

Drive Train - What You Need to Know in Wood River Has Video

One Wood River automotive service issue that doesn't get much attention is driveline service. Drivelines don't get talked about very much around Wood River, but they're very important. First let's def...
Published on: Jun 04, 2023

Regular Schedule or Severe Service Schedule at Pro Automotive Services? Has Video

Today's Pro Automotive Services article focuses on severe service maintenance. Many Wood River drivers are not aware of them and yet there are also very vocal advocates in IL who think that severe s...
Published on: Apr 30, 2023

Winter Tires Has Video

What type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to winter tires, much of Wood River driver's perception dates back to when 8-track was the best way to liste...
Published on: Apr 23, 2023

The Little Valve that Could (PCV Valve Replacement)

It's easy to get letters like PVC and PCV mixed up.  PVC is a plastic that's used in a lot of things, especially plumbing pipes.  And PCV is a valve that helps your engine burn off excess fu...
Published on: Sep 25, 2022

Automotive Tips from Pro Automotive Services: Tire Replacement Overview Has Video

Tires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Wood River drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire d...
Published on: Apr 24, 2022