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Tire rotation is critical for long-term tire maintenance and safety. As a driver and owner, you need to know what tire rotation is, why it's done, and when you should get the service done.

Rotating the tires involves repositioning the tires in a specified pattern, either side to side or front to back. This tire movement ensures the tires wear evenly, which maintains their integrity. It's a perfect time to check tread wear, ensure tire balance, and verify air pressure. All of this keeps the tire in good condition and safe. Regular tire rotation is often required to…

You can usually save a little money by caring for your battery before it needs to be replaced. All it takes is about 10 minutes to check your battery yourself or at Subaru of Spokane to determine if it has enough charge to keep your car going.

One of the things that you can do to prolong the life of your battery is to keep the posts and the cables clean. A wire brush or a cleaner designed for battery posts will work. You can also apply baking soda and a small amount of water on the posts to get…

You have a pet that you like to take with you. However, you have found that your vehicle has a lot of pet hair in the interior. This can be very frustrating for people who do not know how to efficiently get all of the pet hair out of the vehicle. Fortunately, we have a lot of ideas that you can use.

Tape is one of the things that you can use in order to get the pet hair out of the vehicle. One of the types of tape that are very effective is duct tape. You just have to…

If you want to keep your vehicle's engine running well, then you need to have certain components replaced on a regular basis. A timing belt plays a vital role in how your engine functions because it keeps the camshaft and crankshaft turning properly.

When a worn timing belt snaps, it can cause your engine to suddenly stop. This can be dangerous if you're in traffic, and it can also cause significant damage to your engine. Interface engines are at risk of broken pistons and bent intake valves if the timing belt snaps without warning.  

There is a lot that goes into taking care of your vehicle. Spring is one of the best times to do so. In order to make sure that your vehicle is properly taken care of, you are going to have to look at the many different parts of your vehicle.

One important part of your vehicle's engine is the cooling system. Make sure that you get a trusted local mechanic to flush out and refill the cooling system so that it can continue keeping the engine from overheating while you are on the road. 

If your idea of washing your vehicle is letting it sit uncovered in the rain, you may be surprised to learn just how important it is to wash your car regularly. Here at Subaru of Spokane, we want to ensure that you're able to enjoy your vehicle for many years to come, so we'd like to explain a couple of reasons why keeping your car clean can make a big difference.

One big reason to wash your car is to remove the contaminants that adhere to the surface of your vehicle.  

When you're washing your car, you want to clean the wheels and ties first. This is because of the grim on your tires from tar and debris on the road. When splashed on your car from spraying your tires, you'll have to re-clean if you don't start with your wheels first. Secondly, you should pick the right cleaner for your wheels, especially if you have anodized or coated wheels.

You should always clean your tires in sets, choosing the back set and then the front set. You don't want the cleaner to dry on your tires…

The crew at Subaru of Spokane is committed to helping our loyal customers to preserve the investment they have made in their vehicles. Here are some tips for protecting that vehicle from the damage of salt used to melt ice on the roads.

When the salt on the road this winter gets on your vehicle, it can do more than eat away at the finish of your vehicle. That salt will start to rust metal parts on the surface and undercarriage.  

We here at Subaru of Spokane realize that you work hard to support your family in all of their endeavors. We realize that also means providing them with the best vehicles you can afford. This is why it is extremely frustrating when you notice a chip in your windshield, simply because you know that it could easily develop into a crack. Fortunately for you, there are methods available to work on the crack even if you are on a budget. One of these would include a resin repair. Here is a run-down of the process. 

While you're driving during the winter months, the proper use of your headlights is crucial, especially if you know you'll be driving in snow, rain, or other hazardous conditions. Your headlights should be bright enough so that you can be seen and so that other people can see you on the road.

Before heading out on the road, you need to make sure there is nothing obstructing your headlights. Visit Subaru of Spokane to have someone check your lights to ensure that each one works as it should and that there are no issues with the wires or…