Uh oh. What’s that sound coming from Under The Hood? Whether you are a Car Expert or not, any strange noise coming from Old Reliable can be frightening. You might hear a hissing sound, a clunking, a rattling, or a grinding. We cannot Diagnose your Auto Emergency over the phone, just like a doctor can’t …
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How Do You Know It’s Time For An Oil Change?
So, the little sticker in your windshield tells you that you should be getting your Oil Changed soon. Is this just another one of those Routine Car Maintenance things that you can set aside for a while? Well, considering that your oil lubricates your engine, it’s not something you’d want to ignore; healthy, clean oil …
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WE ARE OPEN!
We here at Daltons Midway hope all of you weather the COVID-19 storm without harm. We plan to remain open, so we can continue to provide for our employees. If you are worried about “social distancing” but need work done on your vehicle – we’ve got you covered! 1. Nightdrop your vehicle 2. All work …
Get your vehicle ready for summer!
It’s almost July 5th! (If you’ve lived around Seattle long enough, you know that that’s when we usually start seeing the sun.) I know I’m ready for summer; are you? Better yet, is your car? Here are a few tips for a fun, hassle-free summer! Check the pressure in your tires. Gases expand when heated: …
Upcoming events in the Snohomish area
Summer is here! And, so are fun summer activities. You don’t have to go far to enjoy yourself around here. You may be familiar with most of the summertime events in the area, but here’s a run-down in case you aren’t: The annual Kla-Ha-Ya Days, held the week of July 17th this year. Did you …
Tips For Improving Gas Mileage
Happy unofficial beginning of summer! With warmer weather on tap, a road trip might be on your mind! I know I’m always up for a good drive: I’ll bring some good tunes, some good snacks, and – hopefully – some sunny weather! Another thing you might be considering is optimizing your fuel economy. Whether you’re …
Simple Ways To Keep Your Car Smelling Great
We use and abuse our cars so much, tracking in dirt, leaves, and… who knows what. Then, one day, you notice an odor that not even those tree-shaped air fresheners can fight. What to do? Here are a few tips to try to get your car smelling fresh again! (Alas, no tips to return your …
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Tips For Driving With Your Pet In Your Vehicle
For some of us, a road trip just isn’t a road trip without our furry friends. However, you want to make it fun and safe for everyone involved. Here’s how: We need to take breaks every few hours (or less), so it makes sense that they do, as well! Give your pet some time to …
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Aaahhhh! Check engine light! What does it mean?
So, you’re driving along, carefree, and it happens: that scary “check engine” light pops up on your dash. Should you pull over? Should you run for cover? What’s going on? Aaahhhh!!! What does this mean? Truth be told, just the light popping on doesn’t really say a whole lot. However, you don’t immediately have to …
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How To Safely Jump Start Your Car (No Foolin’!)
Uh oh. Your car battery’s dead. Or, you’re in a parking lot, and someone else with a dead battery is asking you for help. Clueless no more! Read on for some quick tips to safely jump start a dead car battery. Make sure the vehicles are close to each other, but not touching each other. …
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