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Keeping your car from overheating is crucial to maintaining a healthy engine and staying safe out on the road. If you see even a tiny bit of coolant leaking out of your vehicle you should bring it in to Napleton's Autowerks of Indiana, Inc. to have it inspected.

Warning Signs of Engine Overheating

Here are some indicators that your car may be overheating. Bring your vehicle to our workshop immediately if any of these situations occur on your vehicle.

• Temperature gauge is in red
• Warning indicator on dash
• Engine is smoking
• Coolant leaking out of the engine

The winters in Schererville, IN can be rough on our vehicles and we need to make sure that we are properly preparing our vehicles for the conditions that they will be in. One preparation we can make is to swap our summer wiper blades for a pair of winter blades.

Summer blades are lightweight and are made to efficiently clean your windshield of rain. Winter blades, on the other hand, are much heavier and more robust than their summer counterparts.  

It's easy to overlook your tires; unless one goes flat, you might go for months without even thinking about them. Regularly checking the pressure is a good idea because ignoring your tires could actually cost you money.

Uneven wear is just one side effect of improperly inflated tires. If your tires don't have enough air in them, it will actually lower your gas mileage, because it forces your engine to work harder to move your car down the road. Your tires will also wear out much faster if they're over- or under-inflated, because they create uneven wear…

Before dealing with brake fluid, knowledge is very important. This is so that you don't make any major mistakes with your vehicle. When having a vehicle, you are going to need to change out your brake fluid even if you do not run out of it for various reasons.

Did you know that there are two main types of brake fluids, which are glycol-based brake fluid and silicon-based brake fluid? You will need to know what type of brake fluid you are going to need for your vehicle. There are two ways that you can ultimately know what type…

At Napleton's Autowerks of Indiana, Inc., we want you to know as much as possible about keeping your vehicle in good condition. One way to do so is to understand the signs of an exhaust leak and what to do about it. If your vehicle is getting fewer miles per gallon, it may be a sign of an exhaust leak.

This is because a leak causes the car to use more energy, which means that it takes more fuel to get to your destination. Another sign of a possible exhaust leak is excessive vibrating when you touch the steering…

Neglecting your brake pads could cause damage to the brake system and other aspects of the vehicle. Taking care of them means you'll be much safer. Napleton's Autowerks of Indiana, Inc. has been a part of this community for a while. There are safe drivers here, but a vehicle that has been compromised won't give you the kind of safety you are expecting.

Brake pads are there to help offset the friction that occurs when you press on the brakes. The friction is the result of the caliper squeezing the rotor. This needs to happen to stop…

Keeping an eye on your tires is a very important thing. If you are not looking at your tires on a regular basis, then you are going to come across some nasty surprises, such as a blowout. Therefore, you have to be aware of the signs that your tires may blow out.

When you are checking your tire, the signs you have to look for are aging, damages, and just plain old wear and tear from usage of the tires due to driving. If your tires have any of these signs, then they may blow out at some point. 

Opening a car door to discover an awful smell isn't the most pleasant experience. Unless you learn how to control odors in the vehicle, you'll continue to suffer the fate of experiencing terrible odors at drive time. Thankfully, keeping a car smelling nice isn't an arduous task.

Consider it wise not to contribute to the problem. Don't eat fast food in the car or leave any trash inside the vehicle. Food and some beverages leave bacteria in the air, which ends up on the carpet. Avoid smoking in the car as well. The smell of smoke…

At Napleton's Autowerks of Indiana, Inc., we like it when our loyal clients know as much about their vehicles as possible. It makes our job easier by allowing us to offer the best service at the best prices. Fluid leaks are one area where many automobile owners are woefully uninformed to their detriment.

Oil is the most common fluid you'll see dripping from underneath your car. Coolant is another major leak culprit due to the heat that radiators must dissipate. Brake fluid leaks are also fairly common due to the exposed nature of hydraulic lines. 

Your vehicle is an expensive item, and you want it to last as long as possible. Car maintenance is important throughout the year but especially important in winter. We at Napleton's Autowerks of Indiana, Inc. want you to be informed on the best ways to winterize your vehicle.

Whether it’s tires, batteries, wipers or important fluids, winter can take a real toll on your vehicle. Prior to when the cold weather starts, have your vehicle serviced according to the recommendations in the owner’s manual. Winter car care includes the following:

• Checking tire pressure
• Changing oil