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The Importance of Regular Brake Maintenance: Insights from PPR Automotive in Colorado Springs

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:02:59 GMT

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Mastering Auto Repair: Essential Tips and Trends from PPR Automotive

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:03:12 GMT

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Keeping Your Cool: Essential Air Conditioning Tips for Colorado Drivers

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:03:34 GMT

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** Mastering Suspension Repair: Keeping Your Ride Smooth and Safe in Colorado Springs

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 02:58:26 GMT

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Keeping Your Ride Smooth with Exhaust Service in Colorado Springs

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 09:03:24 GMT

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Mastering the Art of Automotive Electrical Service: A Comprehensive Guide by PPR Automotive

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 09:03:47 GMT

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The Ins and Outs of Engine Service: Why Your Vehicle Deserves the Best in Colorado Springs

Sat, 23 Aug 2025 09:02:48 GMT

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The Importance of Regular Brake Maintenance and How PPR Automotive Can Help

Sat, 26 Jul 2025 09:02:18 GMT

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Mastering Car Air Conditioning: Expert Tips and Maintenance from PPR Automotive in Colorado Springs

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 09:02:53 GMT

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The Ultimate Guide to Auto Repair: Insights from PPR Automotive in Colorado Springs

Sat, 31 May 2025 09:02:22 GMT

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SOUNDS LIKE A HOT ROD (NOISY EXHAUST SYSTEM)

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 19:33:51 GMT

Driving along, your exhaust system's rumbling so loud that people turn and stare at you pass by. You're wondering when the police are going to pull you over for illegal noise.

Your mind immediately thinks, aha! A broken muffler.

Well, your exhaust system is composed of many more parts than just a muffler.

Your engine makes power because of thousands of tiny explosions from detonating fuel. Those explosions make a racket, so engineers came up with a system that acoustically dampens that sound in addition to getting rid of harmful exhaust.

In the engine is the exhaust manifold that looks like several pipes that join up into one pipe. It directs exhaust to the catalytic converter. The catalytic converter converts harmful gases into less harmful gases using certain chemical reactions. Then comes the muffler that has baffles inside to quiet the sounds of your engine noise. Finally: the tailpipe.

All of those pipes and parts are joined together by clamps and held up by brackets, and they ride over some pretty bumpy roads. They are also exposed to the elements, like salt, water, rocks and grit. Chances are that one of those clamps or brackets has been weakened by corrosion. When you hit a bump, bingo! The crack widens into a gap and there's a spot for the engine noise to come roaring out instead of being directed into the muffler's quieting chambers.

You might be surprised to know that the exhaust system can rust from inside out. How? Moisture is one component of exhaust, and moisture on the inside can do the same kind of damage as moisture from the outside.

It's a good idea to have your exhaust system looked at regularly by a technician. He or she can evaluate the condition of the metal and recommend when it might be time to replace parts before they break.

Then you'll have a decision to make. Newer exhaust systems are made out of stainless steel that is much less prone to corrosion issues. Others are made of aluminized steel that also fights rust. You've probably already guessed that they can cost more, but the extra price up front may give you an exhaust system that will last much longer.

Sure, with a repaired exhaust system, you won't have quite the head-turning vehicle you once had. You'll just have to live with all the quiet.

CHARGE IT IN COLORADO SPRINGS FOR EXTENDED BATTERY LIFE

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 19:24:45 GMT

Here's an interesting statistic for our in Colorado Springs, UT, drivers: Only 30 percent of car batteries make it to 48 months. And the life expectancy varies by where you live. It ranges from 51 months in extremely cold areas to just 30 months in extremely hot climates.

Why is that? It turns out that it's our modern cars with all their electric accessories that are to blame. Things like, GPS, DVDs and entertainment computers are keeping vehicle batteries from maintaining a full charge. The longer a battery goes with a low charge, the sooner it'll die.

It's clear that you Colorado Springs drivers need to recharge your batteries. This is the job of the alternator. The problem comes when the car's demand for electricity is high and we are driving in stop and go conditions or short trips around Colorado Springs. The alternator just can't keep up.

The result is shortened battery life. So what can we do to improve our battery's health?

We need to keep the battery as close to a full charge as possible. That can be hard because sitting for just 24 hours in hot weather between charges can be too long. When the weather's cold in Colorado Springs, sitting for several days will cause discharge.

So some highway driving around UT will help keep a full charge if the battery has not been deeply depleted. Car batteries are not designed to be run down really low, or deep cycled, as it's called. So using your headlights or other power accessories when the car is off can deeply deplete your battery. Using the alternator to recharge from a deeply depleted state is also very dangerous to your battery because it charges too fast. In fact, on average, your battery would only last for ten recharges like that.

If you do find yourself with a dead battery or very low battery, use a good quality battery charger to slowly bring the battery up to full charge. Follow the instructions on the charger or talk to your friendly and knowledgeable service advisor at PPR Automotive .

PASSING THE TEST (HOW TO PREVENT EMISSIONS TEST FAILURE)

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 19:23:49 GMT

Vehicle emission testing has become ubiquitous in North America and for a good reason. Clean air quality is important for the environment and all of us. Since vehicle emissions are among the main causes of air pollution, emission testing can alert you to problems in your vehicle than can be fixed so it won't needlessly pollute.

Emissions tests are looking for certain toxic gases internal combustion engines produce, such as nitrogen oxide, particulate matter, non-methane organic gases and formaldehyde. Emissions control systems reduce these gases if they are working properly.

The best way to minimize pollution is to keep those vehicle systems working properly, and periodic inspection and maintenance is the key. So if you want to make sure your vehicle will pass an emissions test, it helps to know what might go wrong.

Let's start on the easy one. Your gas cap could be loose, allowing vapors to escape into the atmosphere. The most common solution is to replace it. Or your air filter may be dirty. A dirty air filter may push your hydrocarbons pass the acceptable level.

Now to the more complicated things. The mixture of fuel and air in your engine may be tilted toward the "too much fuel" side. That could cause problems for your vehicle's catalytic converter, a device that converts toxic gases from your exhaust into less toxic pollutants.

Your vehicle has a closed system that prevents fuel tank vapors from escaping into the air; it's called the EVAP system. A technician can track down problems.

Vehicle engineers have gone to great lengths to minimize the amount of pollution your vehicle produces. Your vehicle's manufacturer recommends how frequently those systems need servicing. Keep those systems in good shape and you're likely to pass emissions tests with flying colors. Neglect them and you might find your vehicle failing an emissions test. When that happens, you'll have to get the problems repaired before you can get back on the road.