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Practical defensive and preventative strategies can help you protect a transfer case that manages general automotive drive modes. Because a transfer case is built with practical hardware components, you'll notice specific signs whenever maintenance is needed. If you want to successfully switch driving modes on the road throughout traditional and tactical driving situations, you must follow a few simple steps.

The most common operational issues are easy to detect, as a typical transfer case develops simple problems when the hardware is defective. Since a transfer case adjusts...

Your engine operates at very extreme temperatures. That is why it has its own cooling system. If your engine overheats it can cause permanent damage, so keeping your cooling system maintained is crucial to protecting your engine. A coolant system that is filled with grime will not work effectively and can have negative effects on your engine.

A coolant flush typically involves draining all of the old coolants out of the system. A hose will be attached to both ends of the system, and it will then be power flushed. In doing this, you can rid your cooling system of…

Winter is upon us again here in Maryville, MO and soon snow will be falling and temperatures will turn freezing. Driving in winter weather can be dangerous, and one way to ensure you can see out of your windshield is to replace your summer wiper blades with winter ones. Here are some reasons to use winter wiper blades:

• Anti-Clog - Winter wiper blades are designed to keep out snow and ice so your wiper blades will keep working in winter weather conditions.
• Stronger - Winter wiper blades are stronger, enabling them to wipe away snow, slush, or other heavy elements that you…

You might think salt, sand and kitty litter have nothing in common, but they actually are all commonly bought in the winter. That's because they each can be used to help your car when it's having trouble going forward or gaining traction in Maryville, MO. But while they all serve a similar purpose, you have to use each differently.

Salt is usually the best option if you want to melt ice and use the grittiest material for adding traction on your driveway. It's also the most expensive option and it should not be stored in your trunk…

People are always looking for the latest technology that can improve on their lives. In today's busy world if there is something that can help you stay connected to the latest news while also keeping you up to date with what is going on in your daily life wouldn't you want that?

It’s important to have your vehicle serviced by a facility that you can trust. That’s the type of service that you can count on at Tristate Ford. With our excellent and friendly staff, we deliver the type of service that you can recommend to your family and friends.

Halloween is a favorite holiday of many children. The number of kids on the streets on Halloween, however, can make things dangerous. If you're going to be driving while there are children out and about, follow this tips to stay safe.

The best reasons for having the oil changed in your vehicle are the engine and the gas mileage. The engine will stay lubricated longer when you have the oil changed on a regular basis. When you are in the habit of getting your oil changed frequently, you will see a difference in how many miles you get to a gallon. This will save you money.

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After deciding to buy a new car, drivers will have to address some important questions, many of which will have to do with finances. "Can I afford it?" "What are the additional monthly costs?" These are usually answered before the purchase is made, but here is a question often overlooked. In the event of an accident, will I get another new car? All too often, that question gets an unsatisfying answer.

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