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Investing in Brand New Winter Wiper Blades

Most drivers don't give the wipers on the car a second thought until they can't see anymore in dangerous driving conditions. These are some excellent reasons to get a new set of blades installed as the winter months arrive.

The winter wiper blades were designed to be able to easily move heavy snow off the front of the car without issue. Older blades bend from that added weight; they are unable to contact the glass and keep the field of vision clear. The big difference between the older and new winter wiper blades is they have a rubber…

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Change your oil regularly for a safer and smoother ride

It's always a good idea to take your ride to us here at Orleans Ford to get your oil changed every 3,000-5,000 miles. This keeps your car running efficiently. You may want to do this sooner if you drive on dirt roads often, drive in extremely cold or hot weather conditions or use your vehicle to haul heavy loads frequently. All of these circumstances will make your car work much harder and cause dirt and debris to build up faster in your oil.

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The oil in your car has a couple of very important jobs. It not…

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How Can You Avoid a Roadside Emergency This Summer?

As warm weather returns to the northeast, many Medina drivers will be on the road more often. With so many drivers putting more miles on the road, it's no wonder that summer is the season for car breakdowns—about 7 million this year, predicts AAA.

There are five ways to avoid roadside trouble:

  • Test your battery. Battery failure is one of the top reasons for hot-weather…
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Tire Rotations Put You in Control

We know that it would be a lot easier if tires could wear as evenly icing on a cake! But since that’s never going to happen, you have the best option available and it’s empowering.

Making sure that your tires are rotated regularly puts you in control and everyone likes being in control. Right?

As long as you have to force a situation, you might as well force it in a favorable direction for yourself. You get to decide just how your tires will wear and have an influence over their longevity. Now we’re well aware that…
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The Differences Between Synthetic and Conventional Motor Oil

As a car owner, you understand the importance of regularly checking the level of the oil in your vehicle and the need to get frequent oil changes. If clean engine oil is not maintained in your car, it can cause increased component wear and reduce the life of your engine. But have you looked into the differences between conventional and synthetic oils? If your car is able to use synthetic oil, it could improve the performance of your vehicle.

Conventional oil is a basic oil that is mixed with chemical additives during the blending process to meet the necessary requirements…
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The Importance of Changing the Oil in Your Car

Ever wonder why you need to have your oil changed? Your car functions properly because all of the many parts of the car are working together. Without all of the parts doing what they're supposed to, your vehicle won't work like it's supposed to.

Many of the parts of your car don't even touch each other. Instead, they are riding on a thin layer of oil. Oil keeps all of these moving parts separated and prevents friction and damage of those parts. Oil also circulates and cools parts of your car...

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4 Tricks for Making Your Ford Stand Out This Year

Embrace another year of adventure in your Ford vehicle! Your Ford SUV, truck, or car serves as your daily travel companion and deserves to receive proper care and maintenance year-round. That’s why we recommend routine service and car detailing to keep your car running and looking fresh. You can schedule a car wash and wax during your next oil change appointment at our Medina Service Center, but if you prefer the DIY-approach to cleaning your car, follow these four tricks to making your Ford sparkle!

  • The first step to any deep cleaning project is to remove any unnecessary items…
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My Ford Gives You Advice in the Event of Winter Driving Disaster

Winter driving is anything but fun. We at Orleans Ford understand this. You never know what you're going to encounter on the road -- especially when it's a slippery, sludgy mess. Will the biggest storm of the year hit while you're driving home from work? Will you slide into a snowbank while driving the kids to school? Will windshield-wiper fluid freeze and cause smudges on the glass, impairing your vision, subsequently causing you to slam into a telephone pole? These questions and others are addressed in My Ford's latest winter safety article. Check it out in the…

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