Blog

Are you having trouble starting your vehicle? It could be due to a dead battery. At Valley Imports Mitsubishi, we understand that charging a car battery may seem daunting to some drivers. However, it's a simple process that can be done in just a few easy steps.

You will need a few tools to charge your car's battery, including a battery charger, some safety goggles, gloves, and a clean, well-ventilated area to work in. Before you begin, ensure your vehicle is turned off and the charger is unplugged.

Attach the red cable to the positive terminal on your…

Cabin and engine air filters are two types of filters used in vehicles to clean and purify the air that enters the vehicle's cabin and engine. These filters are important for maintaining the air quality inside the vehicle and for protecting the engine from contaminants that can damage it.

Cabin air filters are located in the vehicle's dashboard or under the hood and are responsible for filtering the air that enters the cabin through the air conditioning and heating system. These filters are made of a fine mesh material that captures dust, pollen, and other particles that can…

Car belts and hoses are essential components of a vehicle's engine and cooling system. They are responsible for transferring power and fluids to various parts of the car, ensuring that it runs smoothly and efficiently.

Car belts, also known as drive belts or V-belts, are made of rubber and are used to transfer rotational power from the engine's crankshaft to other components, such as the alternator, water pump, and power steering pump. There are several different types of car belts, including serpentine belts, which wrap around multiple pulleys, and timing belts, 

A transfer case is a particular gearbox that lets you shift gears between the front and rear axles. It's designed to help you drive your vehicle in both high and low ranges, depending on your driving conditions.

If you've ever driven on snow or mud with your truck, you may have noticed two different sets of gears; one for everyday driving, high range, and one for low range. High range lets you move quickly over rough terrain, while low range lets you move slowly through deep snow or mud, which can be helpful if your vehicle gets stuck…

Salt corrosion can greatly lower the car’s curb appeal as well as it’s resale value. As such, you want to make sure that it is well protected from salt corrosion at all times. When driving on snow, try to avoid closely following the salt trucks, semis, and the snow plows. These vehicles can splash large amounts of road salt water on your vehicle, which will be difficult to remove.

To prevent corrosion on the body of your car, touch up and repair paint chips and scratches that are larger than ball point

Some car details do not require professional experience to do. You can easily do them yourself and get your car looking all bright and new.

Apply sealant on your car by yourself. This is a good idea to make the car look fresh and exciting. You can easily learn how to do it by yourself and make the work easier and cheaper for you. Repair any minor tears on the fabric of the vehicle. Depending on the type of fabric, repair the small tears that might make the car look old and overused.

Make sure to use the right type…

Your tire pressure light is illuminated because your car’s onboard computer has detected that the air pressure inside one or more of your tires is low. This can be a sign that you need to buy new tires, but it might also be an indication that there is a leak in your tire and you should have them inspected as soon as possible. If the light comes on while driving, pull over as soon as it is safe to do so and check all four of your tires for visible leaks or damaged rims. Check for any objects lodged…

When driving on an icy road, you need to take more precautions to avoid sliding. When your car slides on an icy road, you will need to impose some skills to correct the slides.

Steering is an essential part when correcting a slide. Your main aim is to turn the vehicle back to the road. When sliding, the car and the wheels will be facing different directions, and you will have to align the body and the wheels. Adjust your steering calmly because when you do it aggressively, you might worsen the situation.

Make small movements, and try to get…

Drivers who live around Fargo know how important it is to be prepared when on the road. When the weather starts to get colder, there are extra things that you should keep in your roadside emergency kit. Let's talk about the best things to put in a winter survival kit.

You will want to keep the basic roadside tools in your kit. Examples include a multi-purpose tool and jumper cables. In winter, however, you will want to add a small shovel. Reflective triangles become even more important when the days get shorter.

Being involved in a car accident is a terrible experience, regardless of whose fault it is. Deluge emotions overwhelm, and confusion of what happened leads to chaos.

It’s hard to plan the way forward. Therefore, write down somewhere about the accident for easy accident reporting.

It’s acute to relax and approach the results of the collision. The next move of post-accident is vital caring for your health as well as your resources. Again it certifies that you’re are legally performing all of the post-accident recommended tasks.

Health Check-up

When involved in a car road accident,