Older VehiclesBad VibesYour vehicle has a way of letting you know when something's wrong. Consider a vibrating steering wheel. It certainly didn't do that when it was new, so that shake is trying to tell you something.There are a few things that can cause your steering wheel to vibrate as you drive down the road. One... Read More Posted in Older Vehicles on September 27, 2020 The Need for Speed (Wheel Speed Sensor Maintenance)Today's vehicles have some pretty amazing technology in them, including a computerized braking system we all pretty much take for granted these days. Antilock brake systems (ABS) have been around for years but they help drivers stop in much shorter distances reliably than ever before. When you ... Read More Posted in Older Vehicles on April 12, 2020 Put on the Brakes: Brake Service at TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & TiresWhen it comes to preventive maintenance and vehicle care, most Royal Oak drivers know how important it is to check their brakes. But brakes are more than just brake pads and shoes. There are a lot of components in the brake system, a... Read More Posted in Older Vehicles on January 20, 2020 Used Cars: TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires Advice on What to Do After You BuyUsed vehicles are certainly an economical choice for budget-conscious Royal Oak drivers. But how can we know we're getting a good used vehicle and not just inheriting someone else's problems?There are good used vehicles for sale in the Royal Oak area. Vehicles are sold when families upsize, when ... Read More Posted in Older Vehicles on January 17, 2020 Automotive Tips from TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires: Rotor ProblemsThe brake rotor, or disc, is attached to your wheel. The brake pads rub on the rotor to slow your car when you are driving in Royal Oak.Rotors can warp, crack or become misaligned. They can also be damaged by worn out brake pads that scratch grooves into the surface. These conditions result in le... Read More Posted in Older Vehicles on August 25, 2019 Brake Service at TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires in Royal OakBrakes really aren't optional equipment for Royal Oak drivers' vehicles. And taking care of them isn't optional either.A regular brake inspection is on every Michigan driver's vehicle maintenance schedule. At TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires, our team will check your brake system and let... Read More Posted in Older Vehicles on September 02, 2018 Automotive Tips from TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires: Brake NoiseYour brake pads are the important parts that rub against the rotor (or disc) to slow and stop your car when driving in Royal Oak. They eventually wear down.When your pads are worn too much, they won’t stop your vehicle as well. When the friction material is worn away, metal parts of the pad are e... Read More Posted in Older Vehicles on July 04, 2017 Stop It! You Need Good BrakesGood brakes are obviously very important. If you've ever had your brakes go out while you're driving around the Royal Oak area, you'll know how terrifying it can be. Today we'll focus on how to tell when you have a brake problem, and how to make good repair choices. Often, the first indi... Read More Posted in Older Vehicles on March 12, 2017 TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires Brake Service for Safe Stopping in Royal OakLet's talk about something critical for all Royal Oak drivers: your brakes. Your vehicle weighs several thousand pounds and it takes a lot of muscle to bring it and your passengers to a safe stop – so everything needs to be in good working order.Here's an explanation on how your disk brakes work... Read More Posted in Older Vehicles on October 09, 2016 |
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