Monthly Archives: October 2015

Nelsons Automotive of Pewaukee Car Care News and Information: Serpentine Belt Overview

Your serpentine belt drives essential engine accessories like your alternator, air conditioning compressor, and power steering. In some cars it may also power the power brakes or water pump. The serpentine belt is powered by the engine and winds around pulleys and … Continue reading

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The Nelsons Automotive of Pewaukee Guide for Pewaukee Drivers: Wiper Blade Options

Wiper blades are critically important to Pewaukee drivers for good driving visibility and safety. When it’s time to replace your wiper blades, there are a number of different wiper blade designs and grades. Pewaukee motorists should always use at least … Continue reading

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Nelsons Automotive of Pewaukee Auto Service and Maintenance Videos: When to Replace a Damaged Tire

Repair or Replace? That’s a question Pewaukee car owners ask when they have tire damage. Some punctures cannot be repaired because of their size or location. Punctures larger than a quarter of an inch are considered too large to be … Continue reading

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The Nelsons Automotive of Pewaukee Guide for Pewaukee Drivers: Serpentine Belt System Wear

The primary job of the serpentine belt is to provide critical traction to spin the accessories. As the belt wears it loses some of its grip and the accessories may not spin at optimal speeds. For example, if your alternator … Continue reading

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The Nelsons Automotive of Pewaukee Guide for Pewaukee Drivers: Making a Battery Last Longer

One thing all Pewaukee drivers can do to extend the life of their battery is to keep it clean. A greasy, dirty battery holds in damaging heat. Same goes for removing corrosion from the terminals. Nelsons Automotive of Pewaukee can … Continue reading

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