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Help! My Car Makes A Whining Noise When Accelerating

What's That Screeching Sound? Do you cringe when you start up your car because you just know you are going to hear that screeching or whining sound? Many car noises can creep up on you, it can be hard to pinpoint when we start hearing them but hearing a strange noise...

Best Places for Viewing Beautiful Aspens this Fall

At AAMCO Colorado, we fully understand that you expect your vehicle to get you where you need to be. If you intend to take any long distance trips this fall in your vehicle, be sure to take the necessary precautions to ensure your vehicle is ready for the haul. If you...

There Is Something Leaking From My Car

What's That Fluid? There comes a time in every car owner’s life where they get to play the exciting game of ‘What is this Fluid?’ It isn’t necessarily a fun game, but it can be fun to find out your car is perfectly fine. Every so often, you’ll notice that the fluid...

Why Is My Car Using So Much Oil

What Is Causing My Vehicle to Burn Oil? Here are some reasons why your car shakes or shudders while it idles Dirty or Worn Out Spark Plugs Are the Most Common Cause of Engine Shaking A Dirty or Faulty Fuel Intake System Can Cause Engine Shuddering Loose, Disconnected...

Tips For Colorado Mountain Driving

Driving in the Mountains Colorado is a popular travel destination, particularly in the fall and winter months. People enjoy taking their families on trips to the mountains to watch the leaves change, to grab a peaceful hike, or to head out for a great ski adventure....

How Long Can I Drive With My Oil Light On?

Oil Change Myths There are a lot of myths when it comes to oil changes. Most of us have heard someone repeat some of the most common misconceptions… “You have to change your oil every 3,000 miles,” or “once you use synthetic oil, you can never go back.” Some people...

What Are Spark Plugs?

Everything You've Ever Wanted to Know About Spark Plugs Spark plugs produce a tiny but powerful spark of electricity that combusts the fuel and air combination within your engine to start your car. When you start your car you are sending electric currents through a...

Why Is My Transmission Fluid Leaking – Infographic

4 Reasons Why Your Transmission Fluid Is Leaking Many things can go wrong with your vehicle at any given time. One of those is leaking transmission fluid, which can slowly turn into a bigger problem if it’s not taken care of right away. When your transmission fluid is...

All About Your Timing Belt and Timing Chain

How Can I Tell If My Timing Belt is Failing? When your belt is old or worn you can experience a number of different symptoms if you are lucky. Ticking or clicking noises coming from your engine. An engine that is running rough or misfiring. An engine that won’t...

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