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The motor oil that goes into your vehicle may be different than what’s required for other vehicles. It’s all identified by viscosity, which is the fluid’s resistance to flow. There are two numbers in motor oil. The one before the "W" is the grade equivalent when the oil’s viscosity is at room temperature. The number after the "W" is the equivalent grade oil when the viscosity is at 100 degrees Celsius.

Motor oil thins out when it gets hot and thickens when it cools. You have to choose the correct motor oil for your vehicle based…

If you own a vehicle, you might have heard people talk about alternators and the importance of them. If you are curious as to just what an alternator does, we are here to help you understand that at Economy Honda Superstore in Chattanooga, TN.

The alternator works like a generator. When your vehicle is running, an alternator helps your battery to charge. 

As a person who drives, you will at some point be faced with the issue of a dead battery. To best handle these situations, it is wise to plan ahead to make sure that you have the tools and knowledge. In this case, that means jumper cables and insight to jump starting your vehicle.

To jump-start your vehicle, you'll want to have the assisting vehicle positioned nose to nose with your car. You'll next want to connect the positive ends of the jumper cables to the positive terminals of each battery. 

There are two principle sections to your engine, the engine core, and the engine head. Every car engine is separated into these two parts with other parts working inside to create the power your engine generates. Both of these sections consist of hard metals. The head gasket—or cylinder head gasket—is the seal that connects the two parts. The seal protects the internal parts of the engine from debris, contains fluid or gases within the parts, and maintains pressure integrity. 

Many different cooling system parts must work together to keep your engine temperatures down and your motor running. One of the most important of these parts is your cooling system fan. This part keeps cool air flowing over your radiator and your motor, and this effect is most pronounced when your vehicle is sitting at rest.

In order for your fan to get the most out of its blades, it needs to sit at the proper distance from the radiator, the fan shroud, and the engine itself. Sometimes stock or replacement fans are located too far from or too close…

Oil changes are probably the most inexpensive maintenance we do on our vehicles, despite having to do them several times a year. Suddenly, you’re told your vehicle needs synthetic oil and you’re wondering if it’s really necessary. The answer is yes, it is necessary if it’s what the car manufacturer recommends. At Economy Honda Superstore, we will also advise you honestly and provide the oil that meets the needs of your car.

What is synthetic oil and why is it recommended? Synthetic oil is a special blend of oil that does the following:

• Keeps engine cleaner…

Depending on your readiness, a road trip can either be extremely fun or a total nightmare. It all goes back to car proper car maintenance and checkup just before the trip. Therefore, before you set off, you will want to be a hundred percent sure that your car is up to the challenge. By doing so, you will prevent expensive repairs and annoying headaches on the road. The service team here at Economy Honda Superstore suggests that you check the following things before your journey.

• Battery check - If your car has a problem starting, you may need to replace the…

The reason you are buying new car tires sooner than recommended is perhaps because you are allowing the tread on the tires to wear too quickly. Pay closer attention to the condition of the tires and you can stretch out the life by months or years!

The worn areas of the tire might appear to be nothing at first look, but they are affecting what happens when you drive. Not only will the tires need to be replaced sooner, the car is having trouble being able to grip the highway at high speeds or bad weather. 

Choosing between an All- or Four-Wheel Drive vehicle can be an interesting process. Although some people use the term AWD and 4WD interchangeably, they are different systems that require additional consideration. Visit Economy Honda Superstore for precise definitions of the two. When out buying your SUV or car, here is what we recommend that you know about 4WD and AWD:

• Both 4WD and AWD have excellent traction and acceleration capability.
• They also have outstanding resale values.
• AWD is commonly found in cars and crossovers while 4WD is common in pickup trucks and SUVs.