Spring In With A New Oil Change

Spring In With A New Oil ChangeSpringtime is coming! Make sure that you incorporate getting your oil changed into your spring cleaning routine. Oil is the blood of your car. Also, it is important to keep clean oil in your car. Recently, we had a child come in with their parent to get an oil change.

During the short wait, the child asked one of our staff members what would happen if you never changed the oil in your car. Many people know that you have to get regular oil changes to keep your car healthy, but few know why or what oil changes do.

Here is why you need a new oil change

Oil is necessary to lubricant your engine. Without clean oil, it will stop lubricating your engine and it will eventually fail. If the oil isn’t changed, additives like detergent and rust fighters will wear out and the engine will stop being lubricated. Dirt will also begin to accumulate in the oil making it thick which would cause more wear and tear on the engine.

In addition to your oil. we have great deals on new tires! Winter roads in Michigan can be tough on tires. Buy a brand new set with alignment at Mr. Muffler.  Finally, Mr. Muffler in Westland, a full-service auto repair shop, is here to service all of your needs. Contact us now.

 

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How To Make A Winter Emergency Kit

Happy New Year from Mr. Muffler! A winter emergency kit can really prepare you for the coming year.  We have many things planned for 2021 and we are honored to be able to share another year with you. As the year begins, we would like to remind you to be safe on the road. With temperatures in the Detroit area dropping below zero, you should have a plan in place for an emergency on the road.

Build your own Mr. Muffler winter emergency kit at home by acquiring these items:

  • Gloves, socks, hats, sleeping bags, and blankets
  • Shovel
  • Water
  • Flares and reflectors for emergencies
  • Extra cell phone battery or charger adapter
  • Snack food that doesn’t expire (candy or energy bars)
  • Flashlight with extra batteries, lighter
  • First Aid Kit
  • Booster Cables
  • salt, sand, or cat litter

Daily Winter Car Emergency Tips

How To Make A Winter Emergency KitStay in your vehicle! If you are in an unfamiliar area, you may become lost or put yourself in danger by wandering off.

Tell A Buddy! Always let someone know where you are going and how you will get there. Make sure your cell phone has plenty of charge or keep a charger in your vehicle at all times.

Keep Gas In Your Car!

Keeping at least half a tank of gas will keep it from freezing up. Of course, keeping it closer to full is more ideal.

It is advised that you keep over a half tank of gas in your car. The beginning of the year is a wonderful time to get your car service. Schedule your first start now!

Don’t forget our January specials! Visit Mr. Muffler today for great deals on winterizing your car and even new sets of tires to help with slippery roads! Finally, call us at 734.721.2800 to drop by the corner of Cherry Hill and Wayne Road in Westland anytime!

 

 

 

Never Do This In The Winter

With freezing temperatures in Metro Detroit, we understand how annoying it can be to remove ice from your car’s Protect Your Windshield From Thermal Shockwindshield. As tempting as it may be removing it using hot water is the worst thing that you could possibly do! Pouring hot water over your windshield can cause your windshield to crack because of thermal shock from temperature change. Also, replacing a cracked windshield can be costly.

Protect Your Windshield From Thermal Shock

Take your time and slowly heat up your car using the defrost setting. In addition, most cars these days have remote starts to make it easier for you.  If the temperature is very low, only turn the temperature knob halfway to avoid cracking. Another option of course is to go out and scrape your windows. Make sure to invest in a nice scraper that reaches those hard to reach areas.

Also, there is another option for those frozen windows, Prestone Windshield De-Icer. Averaging around $7.00 a can, the de-icer works just as described. Simply spray it on and wait a few seconds for the ice to melt just that easy. Now there are other things you should consider this winter. How are your tires?  Bald and improperly inflated tires can lead to slipping and sliding all over the road.  At Mr. Muffler we carry most major brands of tires, click here to order yours today.

When it comes to winter, make sure your vehicle is running smoothly and ready for the cold. Also, check fluids and filters to make sure everything is good. Have a happy winter and take care of your car in winter. Finally, make sure to visit Mr. Muffler this winter to prepare your vehicle for the cold weather.  Give us a call today at 734-721-2800 or visit us at 125 S. Wayne Rd.

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Full-Service Oil Change In Westland

Full Service Oil Change In Westland

At Mr. Muffler of course we repair mufflers and brakes. But did you know, we also provide the best full-service oil change in Westland? No matter if you are driving a newer car or one that has a couple hundred thousand miles, we have the oil change for you. In addition to the oil change, we top off fluids, check tire pressure, and change oil filters. If you are not sure what type of oil you need for your car, make sure to ask the experts at Mr. Muffler.

Full-Service Oil Change Synthetic or Regular

When you get an oil change we always make sure your washer fluid is filled and all your tires are at the proper inflation.  In addition, we make sure to change the oil filter and check the air filter as well. For vehicles with higher miles, Mr. Mufflers has a high mileage Castrol GTX full synthetic oil. This oil has been proven to benefit high-milage cars and help extend the life of your engine. In addition, we also carry the Ford Motorcraft synthetic blend.

Whether you choose Castrol or Ford Motorcraft you can rest assured that you have one of the top oil brands in your engine. Also, we offer Castrol Edge, this oil is three times stronger than Mobil 1. Keeping up on oil changes and general maintenance of your vehicle will help extend the life of the vehicle. Of course, at Mr. Muffler we can handle just about any type of car repair you need.  We offer services such as transmission flush, brake repair, exhaust repair, and much more.

Give us a call today at 734-721-2800 or drop right in at 125 S. Wayne Rd., Westland, Michigan. Right on the corner of Cherry Hill and Wayne Road. Finally, visit us today and see what Mr. Muffler can do for you!

Pothole Repair Experts Westland, Michigan

Living in Michigan we are all familiar with the nasty potholes that come along with Michigan’s winters. As the temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, the ground contracts and expand, add in the salt with the roads and potholes are inevitable. Some potholes may just create a bumpy ride, whereas others can leave you on the side of the road waiting for a tow truck during your 5 AM commute to work. Just a flat tire? You may think so, but depending on how your car or truck hits the pothole, or how deep the pothole may have been, you may have some front end damage as a result of your run-in with Michigan’s worst enemy… the pothole.Pothole Damage Repair In Westland

Common front end damage caused by potholes in Michigan are:

  • Messing up wheel balance
  • Front end alignment disturbances
  • Shock absorber damage

Mr. Muffler’s full-service auto repair provides these and other auto repair services in Michigan.

Pothole Damage

Did you recently hit a pothole, had your tire replaced, yet still have a strange noise or a rattle coming from your front end? Does your car or truck seem to pull to one side? If you answered yes to either of these questions you may have front end damage other than just a blown tire and need repair. Having front end damage and not addressing it can cause wear and tear on other parts of your car or truck.  It can also lead to pre-mature balding of not only your old tires but also the one you just replaced.

If you have recently hit a pothole, stop by Mr. Muffler in Westland, MI for an honest inspection of your front end. When it comes to potholes, we are experts at ensuring that your car didn’t experience damage other than that of a blown tire.

For more information on damages that can occur after hitting a pothole contact us today. Or, stop in today and have our car care professionals of Michigan get you back on the road as you were before you hit that nasty pothole.