Auto Maintenance Basics: Forced Induction
Advanced Auto Clinic Auto Maintenance Basics: Forced Induction Most Delavan motorists associate turbochargers and superchargers with hot rods and racing. However, the number of everyday cars and trucks coming to Darien from the factory with chargers is growing every year. Here’s why: You need three elements for combustion: fuel, oxygen, and ignition (spark […]
Car Care News and Information: Wiper Blade Design
Advanced Auto Clinic Car Care News and Information: Wiper Blade Design Wiper blades may not be the most exciting topic for most Delavan car owners, but they are pretty important. Most of us Delavan drivers have had an experience when a sudden snow or rain storm hits while we’re driving; then when we turn on […]
Car Car Information – Axle
Automotive Solutions from Advanced Auto Clinic Axle If you hear a clunking sound from the front wheel when you make a turn, one possible cause of the trouble for drivers is a worn axle. Front-wheel drive vehicles have axles that transfer power from the transmission to your front wheels. There is one for each front […]
Automotive Solutions: Service Intervals
Automotive Solutions from Advanced Auto Clinic: Service Intervals Confused about auto service intervals for various items on your car? Advanced Auto Clinic can help! The simple answer for Delavan drivers is to follow the auto manufacturer’s recommended service intervals listed in your owner’s manual or in your service center’s database. But the team […]
Car Care News & Information: Serpentine Belt
Advanced Auto Clinic Car Care News and Information: Serpentine Belt My Advanced Auto Clinic service professional said I need a new serpentine belt but I don’t see any cracks in it. Does it really need to be replaced? _________________________________________________________________________________________ Old style neoprene belts crack with age, making it pretty obvious to Delavan motorists when […]
Road Trip Maintenance
Car Maintenance: Preparing Your Vehicle Before A Trip 4th of July Weekend is coming up which means there will be some traveling. For those taking a good old fashioned road trip, here are some pre-trip maintenance tips. Check Your Vehicle (Tires, Fluids, Air Filter, Engine) Tires – Air Pressure and Tire Wear (Don’t forget […]
Summer Vehicle Maintenance Tips
Summer Vehicle Maintenance Tips We have finally reached the times of beautiful weather and road trips! However, just because Winter is finally over doesn’t mean you stop taking care of your car. In fact, you want to pay even more attention. Winter has taken a toll on the roadways, and the coming summer heat will […]
Brakes: BRAKE Out Savings
BRAKES Summer — and lot of extra driving — are just around the corner. It just makes sense to have your vehicle’s brakes checked today. Signs You Need New Brakes: Grinding or growling: This loud metallic sound means that you have worn down the pads completely, most likely beyond replacement. The grinding or growling noise is caused […]
Tips to Get Car Spring Ready
Wash Your Vehicle – Especially The Undercarriage Wash your vehicle thoroughly. The Winter months have taken a toll on your vehicle, so it is important to wash away all of the salt, sand and debris that has accumulated. Road salt can cause damage to a car’s exterior, and it’s undercarriage ( That is where corrosive elements can […]
Suspension, Shocks & Struts
The Roads Are Horrible! We Fix All Steering & Suspension including Shocks & Struts! This winter has taken a toll on our roads and also your vehicle! Advanced Auto Clinic knows that your vehicle’s Steering & Suspension components are what take the most abuse. If you are hearing new noises that are not normal then you may need […]
