June 2023Differential Service at Star Lube Centerton: Viva la DifferenceEvery vehicle on Arkansas roads has a differential, and it is important to the proper operation of the vehicle. But most Centerton residents don't have a clue what it is.The differential compensates for differing wheel speeds. For example, when you turn, the inside tire on the turn travels a mu... Read More Posted in Differential Service on June 25, 2023 Why You Have an O2 Sensor (Oxygen Sensor)If someone asked you what gas made up the largest portion of the atmosphere, what would you guess? Well, it's not oxygen; it only makes up 20.9 percent. But since we're talking about oxygen, you should know that your vehicle uses oxygen sensors to make sure your engine is running the way it shou... Read More Posted in Windshield Wipers on June 18, 2023 Don't Miss a Beat (Importance of Regular Maintenance)In many places, license plates have to be renewed every year or else you can't drive your vehicle legally. Usually, you'll get a reminder from the agency that issues the plates.That kind of regular attention needs to be paid to your vehicle as well. Its manufacturer has determined a schedule o... Read More Posted in Maintenance on June 11, 2023 The Little Valve that Could (PCV Valve Replacement)It's easy to get letters like PVC and PCV mixed up. PVC is a plastic that's used in a lot of things, especially plumbing pipes. And PCV is a valve that helps your engine burn off excess fumes rather than having them pollute our atmosphere. PCV stands for positive crankcase ventilation. When y... Read More Posted in PCV Valve on June 04, 2023 |
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