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At some point, the majority of vehicle owners endure having a flat tire. However, changing a tire is not difficult. When it happens when driving, simply pull safely off the road, put the vehicle in park and turn off the engine. Apply the parking brake. Retrieve the lug wrench and loosen the bolts on the affected tire. Put the jack under the recommended area and raise the vehicle. Remove the tire and replace it with the spare. Reapply the lug nuts and tighten while ensuring that the tire is on correctly.

Lower the vehicle, replace your tools and get your…

As cars reach a certain age, the headlights tend to get a little yellow in color. In some cases, headlights can be difficult to clean because they may be permanently damaged by heat. However, in other cases, you can clean off the cloudy residue with a few household items.

Toothpaste and insect repellent are known DIY ways to clean your headlights. You simply take a rag and some toothpaste, then start scrubbing the outside of the light. Insect repellent has a few warnings. If you use it, you should be careful to keep it away from the paint as it…

A car engine block is one of those car problems that could mean you buy a new engine if it’s not dealt with and that can be quite an expense. As such, it is of the essence to know how to flush a car engine from your garage to save yourself some money going to a dealership for that service.

The first step is removing the lower radiator hose and ensuring the draining coolant is collected in a bucket. Secondly, flush the system out using a water hose after once you’ve removed the top radiator hose out of…

If you have a multi-powered axle vehicle, then you have a transfer case. It is found in all-wheel drive and four-wheel drive vehicles. It is the part that's responsible for transferring power from the transmission to the axles, using drive shafts.

The transfer case contains fluid. If it leaks or breaks for whatever reason, it will not work. This means that your four-wheel or all-wheel operation will not work until a repair is made. When you visit our service center at Timber Ford of Hayward, we will be able to diagnose the problem with your vehicle and determine if…

One of the biggest concerns for Hayward, WI motorists in the winter season is getting stuck in the snow. Depending on the location, getting your car or truck stuck in accumulated snow can be scary and dangerous. Keeping basics in your car can help reduce the stress, possibly free your tires from the snow, and keep you safe until help arrives. Keep these items in your vehicle:

• Blankets
• AM / FM radio with batteries
• Snacks - Peanut butter, crackers, chips
• Jumper cables
• Flashlights 

When you seek maintenance service from a dealership, you’re getting a higher level of quality service than you'll find at many other mechanics and auto shops.

Most people believe car care to be an extremely tough concept to grasp. However, it is not as hard as most people think. The simplest tasks can make or break the life o

The experts here at Timber Ford of Hayward are always on hand to cater to all your vehicle's needs, so bring your vehicle into our dealership and let one of our trusted technicians change your oil today.

If you can pardon the pun, tires are where the rubber meets the road for your vehicle. All the systems that make your car, truck, or SUV go work toward the tires. If you don't treat them correctly, your car won't work at its best.

One of the easiest ways to get the most out of your tires is to make sure they're filled to the correct pressure. You should check tire pressure regularly, as tires can lose pressure over time. Keeping tires filled appropriately can have benefits for both car and driver.