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You Are the Fluid Detective! (Leaking Fluids)
When you see some liquid sitting underneath your vehicle, your mind starts churning. Is that normal? Is that something serious, or did I just spill my drink? Here’s a quick list of what th...
Published on: Feb 01, 2026
Sniffing Out a Problem
Your parents probably taught you to have common sense. When it comes to your vehicle, common scents can also come in handy. Different smells may tell you about some conditions in your vehicle that nee...
Published on: Jul 28, 2019
A Fluid Situation (Check Fluid Levels)
There's one fluid in your car you are always careful to keep at a certain level: the fuel. If you don't have fuel, you're not going anywhere. Your vehicle has other fluids which are vitally impo...
Published on: Jun 30, 2019
Procrastination Prevention in N. Mankato
Every one of us has a little procrastinator inside us. Some put off getting our teeth cleaned. Others put off answering our emails. Yet others put off calling friends and family (sorry, Uncle Joe). An...
Published on: Jun 09, 2019
The Austin's Auto Repair Center, Inc. Basic Guide To Synthetic Oil
Synthetic motor oil has been around for a long time, and more and more new vehicles are leaving factories with synthetic in their engines. But a lot of drivers don't really know much about it.Let...
Published on: Jun 11, 2018
Austin's Auto Repair Center, Inc. Service Tip: Why Synthetic Oil Is Good For Your Vehicles
Hello Minnesota! Today's vehicle care topic is: Synthetic Oil vs. Petroleum Based Oil. Synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. If you aren't currently using it, w...
Published on: Nov 07, 2017
The Austin's Auto Repair Center, Inc. Guide to Proper Fluids for Your Vehicle
The automotive professionals at Austin's Auto Repair Center, Inc. would like to give N. Mankato drivers an update on some of the things happening in automotive fluids. You know, vehic...
Published on: Oct 16, 2017
Austin's Auto Repair Center, Inc. Advice on What to Pour into Your Vehicle
Changes in vehicle design and manufacture have resulted in changed fluid requirements for our vehicles. With the sophistication of engines, transmissions, differentials, etc., it's best for N. Manka...
Published on: Jan 01, 2017