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Keeping your engine clean can help keep it running and looking good. It can get dirty over time from weather and road conditions, but you can get rid of the dirt and grime with ease.

Before you start cleaning the engine, you will want to clear out any debris. If your car has been sitting for awhile, there can be debris such as grass, leaves, and other material that can block the airflow and cause damage.

Once the debris is cleared, you will want to make sure that the engine is warmed. Once it's warmed up, you can use…

Knowing the difference between the towing capacity and the payload capacity of your truck can help you load it appropriately and prevent damage to the chassis, suspension, frame, bed, engine, and transmission. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the start of both ratings, but the capacities are much different.

Towing weight in a trailer is much easier on the frame of a truck that carrying it directly. Because of this, the towing capacity of a truck is much higher than the payload capacity. Payload refers to anything that is placed directly on the truck, either in the cab or in…

Your vehicle will give you clear warning signs when the brakes are not functioning properly. These are just a few of those failing brake warning signs that you should be on the lookout for today.

Pay close attention when the brake indicator light stays on, this is a sure sign of troubles with the brake system.

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A properly functioning battery can give you peace of mind as it plays vital roles in the running of your vehicle. The battery is responsible of storing energy and powering the ignition, fuel system, and every other electrical component of your vehicle. Visiting our service department here at Premier Ford Lincoln for a regular battery checkup and maintenance helps prolong its life and keeps your car functioning even in the harshest weather.

There is nothing quite like buying a new vehicle, right? That is why it is critical to follow the maintenance schedule for your vehicle. What is a vehicle maintenance schedule?

Now that it's summer, it's important to keep your Ford vehicle cooled off and healthy despite the hot weather. The experts at Autotrader have made a video with some easy tips but, to make it as succinct as possible for you, we've included the list written out below. Take a look, watch the video, and see how to get your vehicle in great shape:

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• The battery casing appears to have swelled to the point it looks like it could burst.
• Your check-engine light now remains on instead of blinking on the instrument panel.
• The car horn sounds much quieter than normal.
• When you try to start the car in the morning, the engine…