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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: Nov 13, 2022
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: Sep 18, 2022
Don't Miss a Beat (Importance of Regular Maintenance)
In many places, license plates have to be renewed every year or else you can't drive your vehicle legally. Usually, you'll get a reminder from the agency that issues the plates.
That kind of re...
Published on: May 30, 2021
Growing Old Together (Maintaining an Older Vehicle)
More and more of us are hanging on to our vehicles longer. A company by the name of HIS Markit recently released a report that shows the average age of light vehicles in the U.S. is now 11.8 yea...
Published on: Nov 17, 2019
Let K-O Auto Inc Help You Keep Your Vehicle Another Couple of Years
Ronan area residents may remember when the U.S. government's “Cash for Clunkers” program made a splash on the news scene. People were offered incentives to trade in old vehicles for new, i...
Published on: Jul 14, 2019
Trickle Down Technology
Recently, Nissan introduced the latest version of its Leaf, the company's electric car. It has many new features, including something called e-Pedal. It allows the driver to let up on the accelerator ...
Published on: Jul 07, 2019
Automotive Tips from K-O Auto Inc: When to Replace a Damaged Tire
Repair or Replace? That’s a question Ronan drivers ask when they have tire damage. Some punctures cannot be repaired because of their size or location. Punctures larger than a quarter of an...
Published on: Apr 28, 2019
Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)
You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and ...
Published on: Mar 24, 2019