We all take car batteries for granted. For the most part, they're relatively inexpensive and last a long time. Some of us have even had the same battery for five years or more. But there are signs that we should be aware of, which could mean heading to your Master Muffler Murray mechanic to have your battery changed sooner than you might think is necessary. Let’s Talk About How They Work Before we hop [...]
If you didn’t leave your vehicle's headlights on overnight, you may not know why your battery is dead in the morning. There are several reasons why your car battery may be draining when your vehicle isn’t in use. Let the Master Muffler team of Murray help you pinpoint the problem. Why Won't My Car Start? It’s so frustrating to hop into the car, turn the key, and hear just a few clicks followed by [...]
Besides routinely refilling fluid reservoirs, what are the top 10 most common auto repairs you can expect to encounter? At Master Muffler, we see more than just vehicles with muffler problems. We service engines, offer alignments, and can take care of an oil change. Here are the other most common Murray car repair needs we address. Oxygen Sensor Since our vehicles depend on oxygen to function, they need to have working oxygen sensors for [...]
The Wheels on the Bus We all remember the old daycare song “The Wheels on the Bus,” the hook being that the song, like the wheels themselves, went round and round and round and round. What the song doesn’t tell us, however, is how the wheels on the bus went round and round. Or what happened to the bus’s wheels when the driver wanted to make a turn. Infuriatingly, the song never attempted to [...]
It is a long-nurtured goal for many people to one be able to walk into a car dealership and drive out with a brand-new vehicle. Even after all these years, a new car still carries with it a status symbol — a signal to all the world that for this person, things are going pretty good. Yes, a new car is a sign that everyone can read: prosperity, class, and luck, all done up [...]
A number of folks believe things that aren’t at all true when it comes to cars. Your Murray car repair experts at Master Muffler seek to shed some light on these automotive myths. Some Rules are Meant to be Broken If “better safe than sorry” is your motto, you may subscribe to some outdated practices when it comes to driving and caring for your vehicle. Our technicians and mechanics want you to get the [...]
In a market as crowded as the automobile market, brand recognition is literally what separates “the men from the boys.” The more well-known the name, the easier it usually is to find, which means the more it is being purchased by people in a pinch — people who need new windshield wiper blades or new motor oil and don’t have the time or inclination to do meticulous research. The secret to this type of [...]
When you own a vehicle, it’s important to know a little about it, beyond the gas mileage and how fast it goes. As you learn more about what’s under the hood, you might even find it enjoyable to DIY car repair. Is It Worth It to Fix Your Own Car? The answer to this question depends on how you like to spend your time and money. Many people derive satisfaction from tackling a problem [...]
You know the saying, “ignorance is bliss”? Well, that shouldn’t apply to routine vehicle maintenance. Be sure to consult the Murray car repair experts at Master Muffler if you have any concerns about your car’s performance. Why Schedule Regular Maintenance? To keep your car running smoothly and safely, it’s important to be aware of how it’s functioning. Conducting routine maintenance as a car owner doesn’t have to take up too much of your time, [...]
You may be enamored with your car’s exterior; beautiful paint job, sleek chrome accents, or custom window tints. But do you have any idea what’s under the hood? There are some basic car parts you should know about before you hit the gas. What’s Under the Hood - Internal Combustion Engine If you drive a gasoline or diesel vehicle, here’s what the Murray car repair experts at Master Muffler think you should know. Engine [...]
