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Oil changes are a vital part of making sure that your car's engine continues to perform at a high level for the foreseeable future. While it may just seem like a minor part of car maintenance to some people, it is actually one of the more important things you can do for your vehicle. Are you looking for a service center to take care of your oil change services? You should consider the service team at Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Twin Falls, in Twin Falls, ID.

It may seem unbelievable, but the spring season is fast approaching. With the changing of the weather, it is a good time to address some of your auto service needs. One of these needs is ensuring that the car battery you have in your car, truck, SUV, or minivan is ready to get you through another season. The service center at Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Twin Falls, in Twin Falls, ID, is happy to inspect your car battery for you. We have a team of factory-trained, Mopar®-service technicians to make sure the job is done correctly.

Your vehicle’s belts and hoses make it possible for each of the parts to function. If it weren’t for the belt that connects the engine to the alternator, there would be no charge to keep the system running. In fact, without the timing belt that connects to the cam and crankshafts, the valves and pistons wouldn’t open and close to operate the engine.

It’s hard to imagine in this day of modern conveniences what riding in a car without air conditioning would be like on a sweltering hot day. It just needs the compressor. Each component…

If your car or truck can shift from two-wheel drive to four-wheel drive on demand, it probably has a transfer case installed. Transfer cases are special gearboxes that convert rotary motion from your main transmission into torque for all four wheels. Most car designs allow drivers to activate transfer cases from inside their vehicles, usually by way of electronic switches or manual gear levers.

Under normal circumstances, gear shifts from two-wheel to four-wheel drive happen smoothly. 

Drivers may have read or otherwise heard about synthetic motor oil. It is purported to last longer and generally be better for a car's engine. However, the main difference between synthetic and conventional oil is how it is made and what it is made from.

Synthetic oil is loosely defined as a product that is not made from a petroleum base. There are five different types of motor oil rated one through five. The first two groups are labeled as conventional oil while the final two groups are pure synthetic oil. The middle group actually uses a mix of…

Has this ever happened to you? You wake up late for work, school or an appointment; you rush to get everything done, so you can get on your way. Jump into your car, and with a crank of your wrist, nothing happens. No purr of your engine, you don't hear a thing. Your car battery seems insignificant until it doesn't work.

Your vehicle’s battery system has an array of functions which include storing of energy for important electronic systems to start up. The fuel system also relies on power from the battery in order to function. 

Headlights help drivers to see at night and help us be seen by other drivers as well. When was the last time you inspected your headlights? Don’t wait for another driver to alert you that your headlights aren’t working. Don't wait for the police to pull you over for a violation. Drivers need to be vigilant to keep headlights working properly.

At your routine service appointment, the service expert should check out your headlights for cracks and other problems. If anything needs to be repaired, the service technicians will alert the client. 

Here at Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Twin Falls, we believe the dangers of winter weather should never be underestimated when ice and snow cause problems. One of the recommendations we have for local residents is to construct a winter emergency kit to be carried whenever driving.

The question we are commonly asked is what material(s) should be carried to aid in developing traction when stranded by snow and ice. Like most people in Twin Falls, ID, we are concerned about the environmental damage being caused by large amounts of salt and sand used to clear roadways and driveways…

An oil change should be performed on your car after driving the vehicle a long time without getting one. You should consider using a dipstick and looking at the oil's appearance which could be old, especially if the oil looks old from personal inspection.

Your driving habits have a lot to do with which tires you'll need. Buying new tires can seem like a tough deal. It doesn't have to be. Your driving habits and climate will dictate a lot of what you may need. You may also need to consult a professional, such as our parts department at Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Twin Falls, which has years of expertise to lean on.

We keep up with latest trends in tire technology. We also know which tires have performed well in the past. We'll ask you questions about your individual…