PCV Valve: What Is It?
August 28, 2017
Most Sterling Heights drivers know something about preventive maintenance on a vehicle. We know we should routinely replace the oil and wiper blades and other fluids. But have you heard of a PCV valve ? This little car part needs to be replaced regularly or it can cause some serious problems in y... More
Another Couple of Years: Making Your Vehicle Last With Help From Sterling Tire & Auto
August 21, 2017
A while back, the Cash for Clunkers program was all over the Michigan news. Sterling Heights people could trade in their old vehicle for a new one that got better gas mileage and receive a government rebate. A lot of Sterling Heights motorists had so-called clunkers that they wanted to keep. The... More
Automotive Tips from Sterling Tire & Auto: Serpentine Belt Tensioner
August 17, 2017
The serpentine belt tensioner applies pressure to the serpentine belt, maintaining optimal tension to drive the accessories like the alternator and A/C compressor. At Sterling Tire & Auto we know that the service life of the belt tensioner is the same as the belt itself, so they should always be ... More