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What do motor oil viscosity ratings mean?

Motor oil viscosity means how easily oil flows at what temperature. You also can find the correct motor oil grade for your engine in your vehicle’s owner manual. It’s best to start there if you’re wondering what oil to pick. However, if you are constantly driving in lower, freezing temperatures and your car is slow to start, you may need to change your motor oil grade to one that’s better for cold temperatures.

Motor oil grades typically appear as 5W-30 for lower temperatures. The “5” is a measurement of viscosity at zero degrees Fahrenheit, so at…

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Benefits of Synthetic Oil

Many of the vehicles we have at Findlay Volvo Cars Las Vegas in Las Vegas, NV would benefit from using synthetic oil instead of conventional oil. First of all, with synthetic oil, you don't have to get your oil changed as frequently. Most people see this as a nice perk.

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Brake Pads: How They Work

When a driver presses on a brake pedal, the driver sets a series of actions into motion. A brake system requires multiple parts to work together, and they might not have trouble doing their job when well-maintained. Brake pads may be the parts people think of when discussing the brake system. Brake pads make harsh sounds when they wear out, so vehicle owners may become aware of their presence.

Brake pads apply friction to rotors, which decreases their spinning speed. The rotors then slow down to wheels or bring them to a stop. Without brake pads generating friction, rotors and…

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Know the Importance of Your Vehicle's Belts and Hoses

Many Las Vegas drivers underestimate the importance of the belts and hoses in their vehicles engine. These accessories are probably something you never even think of unless they break or malfunction. Keeping regular maintenance appointments with the service department here at Findlay Volvo Cars Las Vegas will help to ensure all the parts of your engine are in prime shape. Here's what you need to know about belts and hoses.

A variety of belts are important to your engines function. Most modern vehicles have a serpentine belt that is responsible for the alternator

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What are Transmissions?

Transmissions are machines located at the power transmission system. They are installed to provide a controlled application of power. They are often referred as the gearboxes. They use the gear and gear trains to allow torque and speed conversion from transmitting source of power to a different device.

Manual Transmissions
They allow the driver to manually select the gears using movable gear selectors and driver-operated clutches. The transmissions are also referred to as standard or stick shift transmissions.

Automated Manual Transmissions
 

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Gaskets Can Help Protect Engine Parts

A gasket is a smooth surface that is designed to create a seal between two different engine parts. Gaskets are important in an engine because most of its parts are manufactured with uneven surfaces that oil or water could seep through. There is also a chance that dust or other debris could slip through gaps between unsealed engine components.

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The Dangers of Hydroplaning Arise

Making sharp turns or braking too hard come off as bad ideas under any road conditions. Committing these two actions in wet conditions represents dangerous behavior. The same would be true with speeding and even using cruise control. When the road is wet, drivers must be extra careful since a vehicle could hydroplane and crash.

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