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Catalytic Converter Replacement

Many of us have become aware of how important it is to keep our planet’s air clean, and your vehicle has a key component that helps do just that: the catalytic converter.  It’s in the...
Published on: Apr 06, 2025

Making Sense of the O2 Sensor (Oxygen Sensor Replacement)

As you know, today’s vehicles rely on a lot of computers in them to keep them running clean and efficiently.  Those computers depend on information delivered by several sensors throughout t...
Published on: Mar 23, 2025

What Is an EGR Valve? (EGR Valve Service) Has Video

If you've ever felt your vehicle hesitate, go, then hesitate again, you might think there's something wrong with the transmission.  After all, it's not moving smoothly  down the road.  ...
Published on: Dec 03, 2023

Sounds Exhausting! (Exhaust Service)

Most of us know a bad muffler when we hear it.  That loud, rumbling sound is unmistakable. Did you also know you can get a ticket for driving around with a loud exhaust system? If your exhaust s...
Published on: Jul 16, 2023

Sounds Like a Hot Rod (Noisy Exhaust System) Has Video

Driving along, your exhaust system's rumbling so loud that people turn and stare at you pass by.  You're wondering when the police are going to pull you over for illegal noise. Your mind immedia...
Published on: Jul 03, 2022

The Sign of the Shield (Heat Shield Repair and Replacement) Has Video

Even in the months where temperatures are cooler, heat is still an enemy of your vehicle.  When your engine runs, it creates heat, so there are numerous heat shields that protect other parts from...
Published on: Jun 20, 2021

PCV Valve: What Is It? Has Video

Most Eagle Lake drivers know something about preventive maintenance on a vehicle. We know we should routinely replace the oil and wiper blades and other fluids. But have you heard of a PCV valve ? Thi...
Published on: Nov 30, 2016

Positive Crankcase Ventilation – PCV Valve Service at Hughes Automotive Inc Has Video

Hello Eagle Lake! Did you know that the first federally-mandated emissions control device was introduced in the 1960's? The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve, or PCV valve, has been installed in MN...
Published on: Feb 29, 2016