Vehicle owners in Staten Island, NY, trust Colonial Service Station for their ignition coil replacement.

Ignition Coil Replacement and the Check Engine Light

Is the Check Engine or Service Engine Soon light on? This light is often misunderstood, and even more often, ignored by vehicle owners. Sometimes the fix is as simple as changing the gas cap. Other times, it may be a repair that’s a little more detailed, like ignition coil replacement. Either way, you should have a Check Engine light problem checked out and corrected right away. Failing to fix any issue that triggered the light to come could cause a more complicated and expensive repair down the road.
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Colonial Service Station can handle all your cooling system service and repair needs.

How Often Should I Change My Car’s Coolant?

Ignoring routine car maintenance or ignoring minor engine problems will add significant wear and tear on your vehicle and lessen engine life. This is especially true when it comes to the cooling system in your vehicle. Despite the fact that maintaining the cooling system holds such importance in engine performance, 28% of vehicles have inadequate cooling protection. If you can’t recall the last time you had the coolant (also known as antifreeze) flushed and replaced, you fall into that category. It’s time to take care of the cooling system and here’s why…

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Use the proper oil and oil filter during routine car maintenance.

The Importance of Oil Changes

When it’s time for an oil change, it’s important to use the correct oil. You must use synthetic oil if your vehicle requires synthetic oil. Not doing so can have disastrous consequences in the near future. Sludge build up can occur, causing malfunctions to critical sensors dependent on oil pressure to work properly as well as several potentially costly repairs.

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