Your vehicle’s fuel system is complex, with way more parts than just a fuel tank, so schedule an auto repair service immediately if you smell leaking gasoline.

Ron's Garage Blog

03.05.2025

Check Engine Light: Diagnosing The 10 Most Common Reasons

Some Check Engine Light issues are minor, like a faulty gas cap, bad oxygen sensor, or dirty spark plug Others like worn piston rings, require immediate service

Ron's Garage Blog

02.04.2025

Auto Oil Change | What Are The Top 8 Benefits?

Oil change benefits are possible. Let's see if it improves fuel economy with lower emissions or affects vehicle value if you sell your car in the future.

Ron's Garage Blog

12.03.2025

Flat Tire Repair & Tire Maintenance in Ann Arbor, MI

Did you know that practicing routine tire maintenance in Ann Arbor, MI, and scheduling flat tire repair for a slow leak will help prevent unexpected blow-outs?

Ron's Garage Blog

19.02.2025

Auto Maintenance: Adding It To My 2025 Resolutions

Take better care of you and your car. Add auto maintenance tasks, like battery care, oil change, and headlights inspection to your New Year resolutions.

Ron's Garage Blog

30.01.2025

The Ups And Downs of Auto Suspension: Troubleshooting Tips

Is your daily commute like a roller coaster? Or lots of rocking and rolling? Poor ride quality? Check out your auto suspension system and shocks and struts.

Ron's Garage Blog

30.01.2025

Is your Car’s Power Steering Acting Up: Common Issues

Does a loose or tight-feeling steering wheel indicate low hydraulic fluid or a faulty rack & pinion unit in your vehicle's power steering system? Let's find out

Ron's Garage Blog

30.01.2025

The Best Wiper Blades and Washer Fluid Winter Safety Tips

Can following essential winter safety tips, like inspecting wiper blades and windshield washer fluid ensure driver visibility is unimpaired during bad weather?

Ron's Garage Blog

14.09.2024

Your Car Heater: Why Is It Time For Fall Auto Maintenance?

Can auto maintenance improve the performance of your car heater? Does the HVAC system and heater core rely on fresh engine coolant to operate the car heater?

Ron's Garage Blog

23.08.2024

Best Brake Repair, Inspection, & Maintenance | Ann Arbor, MI

Are you driving through Ann Arbor, MI, with worn brake pads or an overdue braking system inspection? Learn how to be safe and schedule a brake repair service.

Ron's Garage Blog

01.08.2024

Your Car Transmission: What Are The Signs It Needs Service?

Have you ever wondered how your automatic transmission works and how to deal with common issues like low fluid and the check engine light? Well, let's read on.

Ron's Garage Blog

04.07.2024

Increase Your Car’s Fuel Efficiency This Summer »

Do you want to increase your car's fuel efficiency this summer? Discover how air conditioning usage and auto maintenance can help improve summer gas mileage.

Ron's Garage Blog

19.06.2024

Auto Fluids: A Complete Maintenance Checklist

Auto Fluids add to car safety, fuel economy, and performance. The top three auto fluids are engine oil, brake fluid, and coolant, but what about the others?

Ron's Garage Blog

03.05.2024

Spring Tire Care: Alignment, Balancing, and Tire Rotation

Your spring tire care should include wheel alignment, tire balancing, and tire rotation for optimum vehicle performance. Read on for spring auto safety tips.

Ron's Garage Blog

15.04.2024

Motor Oil Types & Oil Change Maintenance Intervals

What to use: conventional motor oil, synthetic motor oil, or a synthetic blend? Let's explore the different motor oil types and beat oil change maintenance.

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15.04.2024

Auto HVAC System: Troubleshooting Tips » Ron's Garage

Do you need an auto HVAC system diagnostic appointment to ascertain if the problem is leaking refrigerant, a blocked A/C condenser, or a dirty cabin air filter?

Ron's Garage Blog

15.04.2024

Auto Air Filters: Is It Time To Replace Them? » Ron's Garage

A clogged engine air filter can decrease performance. The cabin air filter maintains air quality inside the car. Is it time to replace your auto air filters?

Ron's Garage Blog

15.04.2024

Power Steering Flush: Does My Vehicle Need One?

Common power steering system issues include low fluid, noisy steering, and leaking fluid. Read on to see if your vehicle needs a power steering flush.

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15.04.2024

Wheel Alignment: Does My Car Need One? » Ron's Garage

Does your auto need a wheel alignment? Routine auto maintenance can spot wheel alignment issues before signs like car pulling and uneven tire tread wear appear.

Ron's Garage Blog

15.04.2024

Auto Battery Inspection & Maintenance Checklist »

Which battery type does your auto have? Get an auto battery inspection to check the battery type, battery terminals, battery cables, and electrolyte level.

Ron's Garage Blog

01.03.2024

Winter Tires: Benefits and Care » Ron's Garage

Winter driving can be treacherous with icy roads, heavy snow, and limited visibility. Winter tires increase roadtraction and fuel efficiency in cold weather.

Ron's Garage Blog

07.02.2024

Why Are My Brakes Squeaking? » Ron's Garage

Brakes squeaking produce a high-pitched sound when the brake pedal is applied. Causes include worn brake pads, damaged rotors, or malfunctioning calipers.

Ron's Garage Blog

07.02.2024

It’s Common for a Honda to Make Rattling Noises

It's fairly common for a Honda to make rattling noises. Recognized culprits include loose components, damaged brakes, or exhaust and suspension system

Ron's Garage Blog

07.02.2024

Understanding Rough Idling in Ford Explorers »

Rough idling is when the engine of your Ford Explorer shakes or vibrates too much. Various causes include: Faulty ignition coil or spark plugs and vacuum leaks

Ron's Garage Blog

29.11.2022

Be Wise: Get A Used Auto Inspection in Ann Arbor, MI

Be wise and get a used auto inspection: Read how a pre-purchase inspection or a post-purchase inspection can reveal hidden issues and/or expensive auto repairs.

Ron's Garage Blog

29.11.2022

Auto Electrical System Part 1: Overview » Ron's Garage

This blog series will explore your combustion engine's auto electrical system components, including an in-depth battery, alternator, and starter motor review.

Ron's Garage Blog

29.11.2022

Anti-Lock Brakes vs. Conventional Brakes in Ann Arbor, MI

ABS Anti-Lock Brakes come standard on most vehicles and work with your conventional brakes. So let's compare them and examine best braking techniques for both.

Ron's Garage Blog

29.11.2022

Auto Checklist for a Safe Vacation Road Trip » Ron's Garage

For a safe vacation road trip, make sure your vehicle is up-to-date on its auto maintenance, and follow these auto checklist & personal checklist suggestions.

Ron's Garage Blog

29.11.2022

Battery Inspection: Fall Car Care Tip » Ron's Garage

This Fall Car Care Tip is a Battery Inspection to check your battery life, clean the battery terminals, and see if you need a battery recharge or replacement.

Ron's Garage Blog

29.11.2022

Car Battery: Why It’s Important to Register a Replacement

Winter driving conditions can often lead to a dead battery and the need for a replacement car battery. See why it's important to register a replacement battery.

Ron's Garage Blog

29.11.2022

Springtime Inspection and Auto Maintenance

Spring is officially here. Bring your car to Ron’s Garage for your springtime inspection and auto maintenance, alignment and oil change (with free inspection).

Ron's Garage Blog

29.11.2022

Major Auto Repairs: Do You Fix or Replace Your Car?

Needing major auto repairs? Are you wondering whether you should fix or replace your car? Here's some helpful advice and tips on making the wisest decision.

Ron's Garage Blog

29.11.2022

Is Vehicle Maintenance Really Worth It? » Auto Maintenance

Does your car really need service maintenance? Vehicle maintenance guidelines for services like oil change, fluids and tires keep your car running at its best.

Ron's Garage Blog

29.11.2022

Auto Electrical Systems Part 2: Systems & Circuits

Auto Electrical systems part will address the 3 main electrical systems and circuits, including the ignition & starter, auto lights, and auxiliary systems.

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Check Engine Light: Diagnosing The 10 Most Common Reasons

Auto Oil Change | What Are The Top 8 Benefits?

Flat Tire Repair & Tire Maintenance in Ann Arbor, MI

Auto Maintenance: Adding It To My 2025 Resolutions

The Ups And Downs of Auto Suspension: Troubleshooting Tips

Is your Car’s Power Steering Acting Up: Common Issues

The Best Wiper Blades and Washer Fluid Winter Safety Tips

Your Car Heater: Why Is It Time For Fall Auto Maintenance?

Best Brake Repair, Inspection, & Maintenance | Ann Arbor, MI

Your Car Transmission: What Are The Signs It Needs Service?

Increase Your Car’s Fuel Efficiency This Summer »

Auto Fluids: A Complete Maintenance Checklist

Spring Tire Care: Alignment, Balancing, and Tire Rotation

Motor Oil Types & Oil Change Maintenance Intervals

Auto HVAC System: Troubleshooting Tips » Ron's Garage

Auto Air Filters: Is It Time To Replace Them? » Ron's Garage

Power Steering Flush: Does My Vehicle Need One?

Wheel Alignment: Does My Car Need One? » Ron's Garage

Auto Battery Inspection & Maintenance Checklist »

Winter Tires: Benefits and Care » Ron's Garage

Why Are My Brakes Squeaking? » Ron's Garage

It’s Common for a Honda to Make Rattling Noises

Understanding Rough Idling in Ford Explorers »

Be Wise: Get A Used Auto Inspection in Ann Arbor, MI

Auto Electrical System Part 1: Overview » Ron's Garage

Anti-Lock Brakes vs. Conventional Brakes in Ann Arbor, MI

Auto Checklist for a Safe Vacation Road Trip » Ron's Garage

Battery Inspection: Fall Car Care Tip » Ron's Garage

Car Battery: Why It’s Important to Register a Replacement

Springtime Inspection and Auto Maintenance

Major Auto Repairs: Do You Fix or Replace Your Car?

Is Vehicle Maintenance Really Worth It? » Auto Maintenance

Auto Electrical Systems Part 2: Systems & Circuits

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