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Should Concord Soccer Moms Follow the Severe Service Schedule?
So you take your vehicle in for maintenance and the pro at Pitts Repair Service tells you that you ought to change your oil more often. What? You followed the maintenance schedule – but you...
Published on: Jan 07, 2024
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: Aug 13, 2023
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: Aug 06, 2023
The Engine Gets a Boost (Turbocharged Engine Maintenance)
If someone told you that your vehicle could have the same power but with a smaller engine, wouldn't that sound like great idea? Just think, a smaller engine would save you money at the gas station and...
Published on: Jun 11, 2023
Wheel Balancing at Pitts Repair Service
So you love your job, and your family life is great. Congratulations! You have achieved balance. But can you say the same for your wheels? Concord drivers can tell if their tires are out of balance ...
Published on: Jan 01, 2023
Smart Concord Drivers Protect Against Overheating
Engines get hot when they run. This heat can build up and damage vital engine parts, so engines need a cooling system to keep them running. Cooling system failure is the most common mechanical failu...
Published on: Sep 11, 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: Jul 17, 2022
What to Do After You Buy a Used Vehicle in Concord
So you've bought a used vehicle in the Concord area. Do you know what you're getting? It is hard to know what you're getting because people in the Concord area sell vehicles for different ...
Published on: Apr 10, 2022