Auto Repair, Maintenance, Tips, and Guides
The NAPA Auto Parts Blog
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The elements are tough on all parts of your car, including your headlights. Over time, your car headlights can become yellowed and foggy, causing them to dim. Because this is a slow process, you may not notice how low your light level is at first. To make sure your visibility is always at its best, […]
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Take advantage of the beautiful fall weather to change your oil: not only will you avoid freezing your fingers, but your engine will run more efficiently as it keeps you warm all winter long. Doing your own oil change is easy, so long as you’re prepared and have the right oil change tools on hand. […]
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Unfortunately, unless you keep your car sealed in a temperature-controlled, bone-dry, oxygen-deprived bubble, rust is inevitable. However, by treating rust when you see it and rustproofing your car at least once every two years (or annually), you can manage how quickly rust builds up and prevent serious damage. In this guide, we’ll go over how […]
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Your vehicle relies on many fluids to run properly. Brake fluid, for example, takes the energy you exert when pressing the brake pedal and translates it into pressure to stop the vehicle. Like all other automotive fluids, brake fluid requires replacing to maintain its quality. Let’s go over why it’s important to change brake fluid, […]
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Over time, your car will pick up its share of dings and scratches. But you don’t have to let these imperfections pile up. To maintain your car’s look and protect it from more serious issues, do some paint correction. Let’s go over what this process is, why it’s important, and how to get it done.
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Your wheels go through a lot to get you where you need to go. Intense weather and rough roads can worsen the quality of your tires and the positioning of your wheels. To keep your car at its best, add regular wheel alignments to your maintenance routine. Let’s go over what exactly wheel alignment is, […]
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If you drive a gas-powered or hybrid car, motor oil and oil filter changes are essential to your maintenance routine. To keep things running smoothly, you need to fill your car with the right oil. Let’s go over what choices you have and some tips for picking the right motor oil for your vehicle.