When the maintenance wrench comes on or the vehicle has received an oil and filter change the maintenance minder system will need to be reset. Here are the instructions: 1) Turn the ignition to run (one click before starting the engine). 2) Press the SELECT/RESET knob repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator % is […]
Over the past few months I have had the opportunity to connect with the founder of Scrubblade, Billy Westbrook, and his innovative scrubbing wiper blade. The unique part about this wiper blade is it goes beyond helping to improve driver visibility during precipitation because it also helps to improve driver visibility through debris. To put
The weather is milder than usual in Canada for this time of year and we have decided to get ready for the biking season a littler earlier as well. My wife and I have spent the past few weekends discussing what type of equipment we will need for our 18 month old to enjoy biking
At this point, we are all very familiar with the infamous “black box” that is often associated with helping to understand what happened after a plane crash. In the aviation world the unit is designed to withstand the elements, fire and extreme conditions encountered in a crash. What makes the device a crucial piece to
When the maintenance wrench comes on or the vehicle has received an oil and filter change the maintenance minder system will need to be reset. It looks like not much has changed in 2012. Here are the instructions: 1) Turn the ignition to run (one click before starting the engine). 2) Press the SELECT/RESET knob
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In recent months I have taken notice of the increase in value adds and warranties from dealerships and repair chains to attract new customers and retain existing ones. It is quite clear that the competition for the “oil change” customer is heating up and dealerships and repair chains are focusing in on this customer.
Last Saturday, I discussed the positive impact a cashier had on me when she verbally acknowledged me waiting. She saw me waiting in line and let me know that I could visit another cashier or continue to wait. The end result was she made me feel that my time was important to her. What happens
There have been many improvements in the auto industry and one noticeable change is the diesel engine. The modern diesel engine is quieter, cleaner and more efficient than its predecessors but is it a better buy compared to a gasoline? Recently, my wife traded up her 2002 BMW X5 3.0i for a 2011 BMW X5
When the maintenance wrench comes on or the vehicle has received an oil and filter change the maintenance minder system will need to be reset. Here are the instructions: 1) Turn the ignition to run (one click before starting the engine). 2) Press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel repeatedly until the engine oil
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Asbestos brakes – an option for brake pad replacement most repair shops are aware of as a cheaper alternative to OEM or even ceramic brake pads. Over the past week in Canada, attention has been brought to the re-introduction of brake pads containing asbestos in the province of Ontario. Asbestos pads have been banned for
