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One of the reasons that people like SUVs is due to the fact that they can carry a lot of cargo. It's much more convenient to haul items in an SUV than in a car. When loading cargo, it's important to do it the right way to avoid potential problems.

When loading your SUV, always put the heavy items toward the front of the vehicle. This allows for proper handling while driving. Make sure not to stack items so high that you can't see out of the back. Good visibility is important for safety. You should secure…

Ignition switches can fail over time, but in most cases, it is a manufacturer's defect or a problem with your key. If your car is suddenly stalling or not starting at all, you can check the lights on your dash and do a few tests with your ignition to see what the problem might be.

If you start by putting your key into the ignition, does your switch turn all the way? Do any lights come on? If you are able to turn the key and lights come on, but the engine doesn't turn over, you could actually…

Your car’s differential system is the last stop for the power that your motor generates before it is transferred to your vehicle's tires. If a car didn’t have a differential system you would either need a separate small engine for each individual tire, or you would experience stripping, grinding, and poor handling. Because the system uses a series of gears and drive shafts, it needs heavy lubrication to operate properly. This is why it important to have your differential fluid checked and replaced regularly at our service center at Diffee Lincoln.

Your car's brakes are among the most important components of its safe operation. Modern vehicles have advanced braking systems, often with such features as anti-lock braking, advanced rotor designs and pads that can last orders of magnitude longer than those produced just a few decades ago.

Still, because brakes are used so frequently, and with such intensity, it is extremely important to make sure that they are kept on the manufacturer's recommended service schedule. Because the rate at which brakes wear out is so dependent on the type of driving being done...

Most people grew up with certain rules that were told to them by parents and other knowledgeable people about automobile maintenance. One of those rules was that you should change the engine oil of your car every 3,000 miles. While that used to be the case, it is not necessarily true today.

The reason is that better oil today and more efficient engines make it possible to go much longer with oil changes. A good rule of thumb is that you can go as long as 7,500 miles between oil changes. If you still have doubts as to…