Ka'u Auto Repair and Towing

Aloha, starting Monday June 18, 2018 Ka'u Auto Repair will be having an OIL SERVICE SALE! DONT MISS IT! give us a Call to schedule an appointment 929-9096 and ask about it...Mahalo Ka'u Auto Repair Staff #KauAutoRepair

Have you ever WONDERed why you need to change the oil in a car? Other things may need to be checked and fixed on a car from time to time, but changing the oil is probably the most important part of routine maintenance for any vehicle. An oil change consists of removing the old oil from a vehicle's engine and replacing it with new, fresh oil. The engine oil filter is usually also changed at the same time. Automobile engines have many moving parts. As these parts move and rub a...gainst each other, the force of friction creates heat. Oil lubricates the engine and absorbs heat, allowing the internal parts to work together effectively without overheating. Over time, engine oil breaks down and wears out. When it does, it becomes less effective at lubricating the engine and absorbing heat. As an automobile owner, your goal is to change the oil in your engine before it breaks down and causes major engine troubles. So how often should you change your oil? It depends on many factors, including the way you drive, how old your engine is, and where you live. Many mechanics will recommend you change your oil every 3,000 miles. Automobile manufacturers might suggest a longer interval, such as 5,000 miles. If you use special synthetic oil, you might be able to go 10,000 miles between oil changes! For most people, an oil change every 5,000 miles would probably be just fine. You might want to consider changing your oil more often, though, if you tend to drive at high speeds, have an older engine or live in an area that is particularly hot, cold, or dusty.

The arrival of summer marks an ideal time to make sure your car or truck is in good working condition. The high temperatures of summer can be tough on a vehicle - everything from the paint down to the tires is subjected to harsher than normal conditions. Gone unchecked, some issues could leave you stranded in the heat. Here are a few tips to help make sure you and your vehicle are protected against the hazards of summer. Fluids like coolant, motor oil and windshield washer fl...Continue reading