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Signs Your Filters Need to be Replaced

The purpose of air and cabin filters in your vehicle is to filter dust and debris so that it doesn't get inside your vehicle or the engine. Sometimes, you'll see signs that indicate that these filters need to be changed. While at Genesis Santa Monica, someone can look at the appearance of the filters. If they are dirty or cracked, then they likely need to be replaced.

Pay attention to any odd noises that you hear from the engine. You might hear a loud rush of air or a wheezing sound while driving through 

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Why Alignments Are So Important

Staying up to date on your vehicle's routine maintenance is necessary if you want to ensure everything is running smoothly. While our Santa Monica customers understand the benefits of timely service, we know the details can sometimes be confusing. There's so much to keep track of. That's why the Genesis Santa Monica team strives to share regular educational updates to keep you informed. Today, we'll be discussing wheel alignments.

You've probably heard this service referred to as a front-end alignment or tire alignment as well. When you get an alignment, 

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The Basics of Brake Fluid

Do you know what brake fluid is and how it works? We asked our Santa Monica, CA Genesis Santa Monica sales team this very question at our last meeting. Between the lot of us, we figured it out (with a little help from our factory-trained service techs).

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Signs Your Tires Need Replacement

The first sign to check is tread depth. Your tire treads need to be at least 1.6 millimeters deep. Use a gauge to measure the depth of the treads to know when to replace. Tires with no treads do not drive well on slippery grounds. They are also more prone to bursting. You can also use the tread wear indicator bar on most modern tires.

Cracks and blisters on the sides of the tires are also obvious signs of damage. These are common signs of weathering, and they also increase the chances of tire bursting out. Cuts and items…

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Advantages of Different Transmissions

Manual Transmissions

• These systems are very strong, and they can handle high rotation loads
• They are extremely reliable, they are easy to maintain, service, and repair
• They are safe to use in slippery slopes where the engine brakes while descending


Automatic Transmissions

• They are very easy to operate
• They are comfortable and relaxed
• They have great mechanical performance and reliable fuel economy

 

 

 

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Here Is How to Jump-Start a Car

If you are a car owner, you understand how a dead battery can cost you. When you own a car, you always learn about various car maintenance, and one of the essential things to know is how to jump-start another vehicle.

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