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Spark Plugs: All You Never Knew (updated)

April 30, 2023 By CRS Automotive

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Spark plugs are a critical component of your vehicle’s engine ignition system. Their primary function is to create an electrical spark that ignites the fuel and air mixture inside the engine's combustion chamber. When the fuel and air mixture is compressed inside the combustion chamber, the spark plug generates a high-voltage spark* that ignites the mixture, creating a controlled explosion that drives the engine's pistons. This process is repeated thousands of times per minute to keep the engine running. Want to guess how many volts in a spark plug? The voltage required to create a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Advice, Auto Repair, Cambridge, ON, Car Maintenance, Hamilton Tagged With: Auto Repair, Car Maintenance, Hamilton Ontario, Spark Plugs

7 Dashboard Lights You Don’t Want to Ignore (updated)

March 22, 2023 By CRS Automotive

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How awesome would it be if we humans had warning dashboard lights that would glow when something is wrong with our bodies? If blood pressure too high or too low – the BP light turns on. Aha! It’s clear what I need. I’ll immediately take medicine to adjust the pressure and go visit a doctor as soon as possible. Although there are no lights, our bodies have their ways of showing some symptoms. But it’s not always easy to interpret them. Even a common headache can have hundreds of reasons that only doctors are able to determine. That’s why you should appreciate the fact that your car has … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Advice, Auto Repair, Car Maintenance, Dashboard Lights, Trusted Mechanic Cambridge, ON, Trusted Mechanic Hamilton Tagged With: Auto Repair, BMW, Brake Light, Car Maintenance, Dashboard Lights, Mechanic Hamilton, Mechanic Oakville, Oil Pressure Light, Tire Pressure Light

How to Store Tires Properly (updated)

February 22, 2023 By CRS Automotive

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With the winter finally being over – at least officially – our automotive pets surely can’t wait to be properly cleaned, to have their fluids checked and replenished and other major systems being examined by your trusted mechanic. However, the first thing that comes to mind for most drivers when the season change is replacing seasonal tires. Given the size of the investment, high-quality tires can, and it’s important to store tires properly after taking them off to make sure they don’t lose their characteristics and thus prolong their lifespan. 1) During normal use, tires accumulate brake … [Read more...]

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How to Repair a Punctured Tire on the Road (updated)

February 13, 2023 By CRS Automotive

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There’s hardly a driver who has never been through that distressing episode when a tire (or two, god forbid) gets a little iron buddy stuck in it. The buddy gets in, and the air starts getting out. As bad luck would have it, it usually happens when you’re a long way from civilization. As if nails and screws and all kinds of bolts were raining from the sky and falling right to the motorways. Many a mechanic would shudder at the thought of plugging an injured tire without patching it from the inside, but sometimes it’s the only solution if you want to actually make it to the mechanic. … [Read more...]

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6 Mistakes to Avoid While Cleaning Car Wheels (updated)

February 12, 2023 By CRS Automotive

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There’s hardly a more serene feeling than having a freshly washed car that shines like a diamond in the morning sun. And there’s hardly a more disturbing sight than spotting four dirty, muddy, dusty rims that spoil the idyll. It seems you haven’t paid proper attention. We told you to start washing the car body only when you’re done with the wheels. Not vice versa. And that’s our first common mistake. 1) Washing the body first Although it may seem obvious, it’s worth noting: the rubber legs of your car are its dirtiest part. It’s not just the mud that ruins the fancy looks of the wheels. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Advice, Cambridge, ON, Car Maintenance, Driving Tips, Hamilton, Wheels Tagged With: Car Maintenance, Car Wash, Car Wheels, Driving Tips, Hamilton Ontario

Check your car AC: Is your AC ready for summer? (updated)

January 17, 2023 By CRS Automotive

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As the summer rolls in, it is time for you to pop the hood, open the vents, and check for these signs of a properly functioning system. From there, you can determine whether your car is due for a tune- up or is ready to cruise in the summer sun. Below are some useful tips for making sure your air conditioning system is up to the task of keeping you cool this summer. Get the most out of your car AC this summer with these tips on how to check your car AC There are a variety of problems that can crop up in a car’s air conditioning system. Often the defect is minor, but sometimes, the problem is … [Read more...]

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4 Reasons People Change Wheel Rims on Their Cars (Infographic) (updated)

January 9, 2023 By CRS Automotive

4 Reasons People Change Wheel Rims on Their Cars FEATURED

Wheel rims are an important part of every vehicle, but not crucial for turning on your car when in a pinch, don’t you think? And they come in all shapes and sizes, as they say, right? If that is true, then why do people invest so much time and energy into replacing the original wheel rims on their cars with customs made just their own taste? Take a look at this infographic and see for yourself! How to change the rims on a car Changing your rims can help you express your personal and unique style, can make changes between your summer and winter tires easier, and can improve your … [Read more...]

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What to see in Hamilton (Ontario, Canada)? (updated)

November 15, 2022 By CRS Automotive

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Are you thinking about visiting Hamilton, Ontario? Are you or will you be in its vicinity sometime in the future and like to go exploring little gems like ours? In case you are but haven’t really thought out what you would like to visit or where you would like to stay and eat, we have decided to showcase our city to you and invite you over. Whether you follow the Van Life, come in an RV, or just a regular vehicle, CRS Automotive Hamilton is here for you. We are a full service vehicle care facility specializing in light and medium duty vehicles and trucks. We have advanced diagnostic … [Read more...]

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How Prone Are Electric Cars to Catching Fire? (updated)

October 20, 2022 By CRS Automotive

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"A battery-powered vehicle having a fire incident is newsworthy. A gasoline-powered vehicle having a fire is newsworthy only if it stops traffic,” said Steven Risser, senior research leader at Battelle, a nonprofit research and development firm and one of the leading experts on the risk of fires in electric vehicles So, how prone are electric cars to catching fire exactly? Stick with us to find out! With electric cars catching fire being more featured in the headlines than ever, it’s only reasonable to be concerned about safety in this sense. But, the truth is that electric cars are … [Read more...]

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Diagnose: Why Won’t My Car Start (updated)

September 19, 2022 By CRS Automotive

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It’s a Monday morning, you are late out the door, you get in your car and try to turn it on. Surprise! It won’t start! Do you know how to figure out what’s wrong with your automotive pet? If you have no idea where to begin, it sure will be difficult to repair it. There are a lot of reasons why your car won’t start: – Faulty starter motor – Low voltage/Bad car battery – Bad fuel pump – Faulty crankshaft sensor – Faulty ignition coil – Faulty ignition switch – Faulty ignition relay/main relay. Here is what you can do to get to the bottom of why your car won’t start. Check the car … [Read more...]

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