Maintenance

  • Keys to Long Lasting Vehicle
    New cars cost so much these days. Add financing and insurance and, well a new vehicle may not seem so attractive. A lot of Pasadena, California people are hoping to make their cars last a lot l...
    Published on: Dec 13, 2011
  • Synthetic Oil for Pasadena Autos
    If you are a driver in Pasadena and you aren't currently using synthetic motor oil in your vehicle, maybe now's the time to consider it. Need more information? Well, synthetic motor oil is...
    Published on: Jan 04, 2012
  • Which Item Is Most Stolen from Vehicles in Pasadena?
      Which item is most often stolen from vehicles in Pasadena?Is it: Stereo Wheels Air Bag DVD System Well, if you said stereo – you used to be right. But airbags have now surpassed...
    Published on: Feb 01, 2012
  • Another Couple of Years: Making Your Vehicle Last At Certified Auto Repair Specialists
        />   A while back, the Cash for Clunkers program was all over the news. Pasadena people could trade in their old vehicle for a new one that got better fuel economy and re...
    Published on: Mar 06, 2012
  • Before You Leave Pasadena, Get A Trip Inspection
    You know, at Certified Auto Repair Specialists we get a lot of people asking about how to prepare their car for a trip. That’s a big deal. You could be driving through mountains and deser...
    Published on: Apr 10, 2012
  • Pasadena Certified and the Maintenance Mindset
    When it comes to their vehicles, some Pasadena residents don't have a maintenance mindset. They know they need to take care of their cars, but it just seems really hard to get them to reme...
    Published on: Apr 26, 2012
  • Are Modern Vehicles Maintenance Free?
    In our auto video today we'll be talking with Alan Peterson about myths surrounding automotive maintenance. You can lump these myths into the statement that "modern vehicles are so re...
    Published on: May 03, 2012
  • Hey Pasadena Drivers; What Is the Most Distracting Food?
    So what is the most distracting food to have in the car while driving around Pasadena?Is it: A Hamburger; Coffee; A Soft Drink, or Gummy Bears? Well, you may be surprised to learn that all bu...
    Published on: May 08, 2012
  • Busted: The Maintenance-Free Myth in Pasadena
    There's a segment of the Pasadena area population that's not committed to proper vehicle maintenance. {{ image('http://autonettv.com/media/thumbs/MaintenanceFreeMyth_SusanneTimothy_Split_s.jpg') }} ...
    Published on: Jun 14, 2012
  • Better Service - Better Economy
    The hottest Pasadena news story may be different everyday, but there’s one topic that seems to come up over and over again – the price of gas in Pasadena. But we’ve found seve...
    Published on: Jun 21, 2012
  • Technician Training at Pasadena Certified
    Your vehicle is important to you, and keeping it running properly is important to your lifestyle. That's why you're smart enough to have it serviced regularly at Pasadena Certified in Pasadena....
    Published on: Jul 11, 2012
  • Fall and Spring Checkup in Pasadena
    When I was a kid, my dad always made sure he took the cars in for Spring and Fall checkups. I was telling a friend that it's about time to get into Pasadena Certified for a checkup and he said that he...
    Published on: Sep 06, 2012
  • Pasadena Certified On Your Serpentine Belt
      Today we're going to be talking about serpentine belts for our Pasadena, California, customers. Let's start by talking about the accessories that are driven by the serpentine belt. F...
    Published on: Sep 11, 2012
  • Pasadena Certified: Why Replace Your Engine Air Filter?
    Just as our bodies need clean air to function properly, your vehicle engine needs clean air to operate efficiently. Let's go egghead for a minute. For every gallon of gas we burn driving o...
    Published on: Dec 06, 2012
  • The Importance of Pasadena Drivers Following Service Intervals
    Today in our Pasadena Certified blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life in Pasadena with recommended intervals: ...
    Published on: Dec 18, 2012
  • Training Received by Technicians in Pasadena, California
    When your vehicle breaks down in the Pasadena, California, area, or just needs some routine service, it can make you a little nervous. Because your vehicle's so important to your life, you...
    Published on: Dec 27, 2012
  • Gas Savings in Pasadena: Sharpen Your Pencil
    High gas prices in Pasadena increase the cost of living for California drivers. You've probably budgeted a certain amount for vehicle related expenses. Increased fuel costs now consume a larger...
    Published on: Feb 08, 2013
  • Keep Your Pasadena Car Breathing Free: Engine Air Filter
    Hey Pasadena - this is something really amazing: Your vehicle uses 12,000 times as much air as fuel when you drive it. All of that air has to be filtered to keep your engine clean.That's l...
    Published on: Mar 26, 2013
  • Keys to a Long Lasting Vehicle
    We live in a disposable society. Everything from elaborate packaging to our clothing. Even cell phones are disposable. When replacement is cheaper than repair, the term "built to last" goes by the way...
    Published on: May 08, 2013
  • Looking Down the Road - Headlamps
    If you've ever been driving around Pasadena and had a headlamp go out, you've probably just wanted to replace the bad bulb. If your car uses halogen headlamps, they dim over time. So if you just put i...
    Published on: Aug 01, 2013