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Includes up to 5quarts of 5W30 GM Goodwrench oil, AC Delco filter, reset oil life moniter "if equipped" with FREE multipoint inspection. Advise of additional needed services.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Engine Oil and It's Job
All modern internal combustion engines use some type of oil. Oil does several jobs. The most important one is to lubricate moving parts to reduce friction. Reducing friction is very important in promoting fuel economy and engine life. Oil also cleans the inside of the engine, helps cool the engine, helps to seal the combustion chamber and keeps worn metal and other particles suspended to keep deposits (sludge) from forming. Long ago engine oil was made of just refined mineral oil. Now it consists of several blends of additives. Additives help the oil do its job and make it last longer. Synthetic oils usually contain some mineral oil but have a more aggressive additive package. Some vehicles require the use of synthetic oil for the better lubrication it can provide. Diesel engines require a different type of oil due to their different design of combustion. All oils wear every time an engine is ran. Worn metals, acidic byproducts from internal combustion and water condensation mix with the oil. All modern vehicles have an oil filter to help filter out the larger particles. As oil wears it looses its ability to do it?s job. Worn oil slowly leads to reduced engine performance, fuel economy, forming of sludge and faster engine wear. This means that oil should be changed on a regular basis. The more around town and stopping and starting done, the quicker oil needs to be changed. GM has a system on most 2004 and later vehicles that senses driving conditions and warns when oil should be changed. We recommend the oil and oil filter be changed between 3000 and 5000 miles whether the light has come on or not. This system will warn some drivers to change their oil quicker due to driving habits. If an engine oil system does get contaminated either from lack of proper oil change or mechanical failure, we have a flush service that does a very good job of getting it out. This service flushes a strong oil and detergent product through all the oil passages and then replaces it with clean engine oil. The success of this flush depends on how bad the contamination is and how much excessive wear it has caused.
Includes up to 10 quarts 15W40 Mobile Delvac oil, AC Delco Filter, reset oil life moniter, "if equipped" with free multipoint inspection. Advise of additional needed services.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Engine Oil and It's job
All modern internal combustion engines use some type of oil. Oil does several jobs. The most important one is to lubricate moving parts to reduce friction. Reducing friction is very important in promoting fuel economy and engine life. Oil also cleans the inside of the engine, helps cool the engine, helps to seal the combustion chamber and keeps worn metal and other particles suspended to keep deposits (sludge) from forming. Long ago engine oil was made of just refined mineral oil. Now it consists of several blends of additives. Additives help the oil do its job and make it last longer. Synthetic oils usually contain some mineral oil but have a more aggressive additive package. Some vehicles require the use of synthetic oil for the better lubrication it can provide. Diesel engines require a different type of oil due to their different design of combustion. All oils wear every time an engine is ran. Worn metals, acidic byproducts from internal combustion and water condensation mix with the oil. All modern vehicles have an oil filter to help filter out the larger particles. As oil wears it looses its ability to do it?s job. Worn oil slowly leads to reduced engine performance, fuel economy, forming of sludge and faster engine wear. This means that oil should be changed on a regular basis. The more around town and stopping and starting done, the quicker oil needs to be changed. GM has a system on most 2004 and later vehicles that senses driving conditions and warns when oil should be changed. We recommend the oil and oil filter be changed between 3000 and 5000 miles whether the light has come on or not. This system will warn some drivers to change their oil quicker due to driving habits. If an engine oil system does get contaminated either from lack of proper oil change or mechanical failure, we have a flush service that does a very good job of getting it out. This service flushes a strong oil and detergent product through all the oil passages and then replaces it with clean engine oil. The success of this flush depends on how bad the contamination is and how much excessive wear it has caused.
Includes up to 6 quarts of 5W30 GM Goodwrench oil, AC Delco filter, reset oil life moniter "if equipped" tire rotation and reset tire pressure moniters "if equipped" with FREE multipoint inspection. Advise of additional needed services.
Packaged Services
Southtowne offers several packages for services. We have set them up at intervals that are both convenient to you and give the best care for your vehicle. We have used our experience with the product you drive, GM requirements and local driving conditions to make the recommendations.
Includes up to 10 quarts 15W40 Mobile Delvac oil, AC Delco filter, reset oil life moniter "if equipped" tire rotation and resert tire pressure moniters " if equipped" with FREE multipoint inspection. Advise of additional needed services.
Packaged Services
Southtowne offers several packages for services. We have set them up at intervals that are both convenient to you and give the best care for your vehicle. We have used our experience with the product you drive, GM requirements and local driving conditions to make the recommendations.
Includes up to 5 quarts of 10W30 GM Goodwrench oil, AC Delco filter, reset oil life moniter "if equipped" tire rotation and resert tire pressure moniters " if equipped" and body lubrication with FREE multipoint inspection. Advise of additional needed services.
Packaged Services
Southtowne offers several packages for services. We have set them up at intervals that are both convenient to you and give the best care for your vehicle. We have used our experience with the product you drive, GM requirements and local driving conditions to make the recommendations.
Includes up to 10 quarts 15W40 Mobile Delvac oil, AC Delco filter, reset oil life moniter "if equipped" tire rotation and resert tire pressure moniters " if equipped" and body lubrication with FREE multipoint inspection. Advise of additional needed services.
Packaged Services
Southtowne offers several packages for services. We have set them up at intervals that are both convenient to you and give the best care for your vehicle. We have used our experience with the product you drive, GM requirements and local driving conditions to make the recommendations.
Lube oil and filter change. Includes up to 5 quarts of 5W30GM Goodwrence oil, AC Delco filter, body lubrication, tire rotation, resert tire pressure moniters and oil life moniter, "if equipped" replace air filter, service throttle system, clean plates and intake plenum, with FREE multipoint inspection. Advise of additional needed services.
Packaged Services
Southtowne offers several packages for services. We have set them up at intervals that are both convenient to you and give the best care for your vehicle. We have used our experience with the product you drive, GM requirements and local driving conditions to make the recommendations.
Lube oil and filter change. Includes up to 10 quarts 15W40 Mobile Delvac oil, AC Delco filter, body lubrication, tire rotation and resert tire pressure moniters,oil life moniter ,"if equipped" replace engine air filter, replace fuel filter, service automatic transmission with FREE multipoint inspection, advice of additional needed services.
Packaged Services
Southtowne offers several packages for services. We have set them up at intervals that are both convenient to you and give the best care for your vehicle. We have used our experience with the product you drive, GM requirements and local driving conditions to make the recommendations.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Engine Air Filters
All internal combustion engines use outside air to mix with fuel for combustion. This air must be very clean to prevent wear on precise engine components. All modern vehicles have filtering devises for this process. The Air Filter Element collects dirt, dust and pollen and stores it. It is designed to be replaceable. The life of an air filter element depends on the conditions a vehicle is operated in. If operated regularly in dusty areas the air filter element should be replaced more frequently. We recommend the air filter element be inspected after about 15000 miles of use and replaced if needed. It should be replaced at least every 30,000 miles.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Engine Air Filters
All internal combustion engines use outside air to mix with fuel for combustion. This air must be very clean to prevent wear on precise engine components. All modern vehicles have filtering devises for this process. The Air Filter Element collects dirt, dust and pollen and stores it. It is designed to be replaceable. The life of an air filter element depends on the conditions a vehicle is operated in. If operated regularly in dusty areas the air filter element should be replaced more frequently. We recommend the air filter element be inspected after about 15000 miles of use and replaced if needed. It should be replaced at least every 30,000 miles.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Fuel Injection Supply Systems
Contaminants in modern gasoline will eventually restrict the fuel filter. This can lead to drivability symptoms such as poor passing power, long crank times and others. Also a restricted fuel filter puts more strain on the fuel pump and can lead to more costly repairs . The better quality gasoline we run the longer a fuel filter will last. Since we may never know how good or bad the gasoline we pump is, we recommend the fuel filter be replaced on a regular basis of about every 30,000 miles.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Heater, Ventelation, Air Conditioning Systems
The heater, ventilation and air conditioning system in all modern vehicles consists of a series of ducts and passages that air flows through. Air flows through a grid (heater core) for the heater and another one for the air conditioner (evaporator core). The air conditioning grid also separates moisture from the air that passes through it. There is a drain to let this moisture out. Air is directed through the proper path by a series of doors. Some vehicles have a filter that is designed to filter out some of the dust and Pollutants. This works much the same as the air filter in our home. All of this is designed to make us comfortable while driving. Mold and mildew love a dark, wet, warm place to grow. All the passages inside this system are prime living quarters for it. The air conditioning grid gets wet when it is working and warm when the vehicle is stopped. This makes the air conditioning grid especially susceptible to the growth of mold. A musty smell inside the vehicle just as soon as it is started can mean mold has formed. If a musty smell is present before a vehicle has started it usually means there is another source for mold such as a wet carpet due to some type of water leak or a plugged air conditioning drain. Since the air we breath is very important to our health and well being we recommend the cabin air filter be replaced about every 15,000 to 30,000 miles if the vehicle is equipped. We also recommend a service to clean the mold and mildew be performed about every 2 to 3 years. This service will fill the ductwork around the air conditioning grid with a mold killing foam and then flush it out. This also cleans out the drain. If water has soaked the carpet or carpet padding this type service will make little to no difference in the smell. In this case the source of the water must be corrected and the wet carpet or padding be cleaned and dried or replaced.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Fuel Injection Supply Systems
Contaminants in modern fuels will eventually restrict the fuel filter. This can lead to drivability symptoms such as poor passing power, long crank times and others. Also a restricted fuel filter puts more strain on the fuel pump and can lead to more costly repairs. The better quality fuel we run the longer a fuel filter will last. Since we may never know how good or bad the fuel we pump is, we recommend the fuel filter be replaced on a regular basis of about every 30,000 miles. Some diesel engines require the filter be replaced more often. Diesel fuel can be more susceptible to contaminates especially in cold weather.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Nitrogen is a dry gas free of moisture.
Nitrogen dosen't deteriorate rubber like the "wet oxygen" in compressed air does.
Nitrogen has a larger molecule structure and won't leak like oxygen.
Nitrogen makes tires last longer because they are less susceptable to air loss with temperature changes.
The "wet oyygen" found in compressed air contains moisture, causing oxidation.
Over time oxidation breaks down the tire rubber.
Oxygen molecules are smaller than nitrogen and leak 3 to 4 times faster
After rubber is broken down, it loses elasticity, strength and leaks even faster.
WHAT NITROGEN WILL DO FOR YOU
*INCREASE YOUR TIRE LIFE UP TO 30%
*IMPROVES FUEL ECONOMY
*REDUCES THE CHANCE OF A TIRE FAILURE UP TO 50%
*IMPROVES BRAKING AND HANDLING
*REDUCES WHEEL CORROSION
*REDUCES RUNNING TEMPERATURE
*MAINTAINS TIRE PRESSURE
Rotate 4 tires in factory recommended pattern, reset tire pressure and moniter if equipped.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Tire Care Tips
Modern vehicles have a very aggressively designed suspension geometry. They are designed this way to drive effortlessly, handle well and give less ?rolling resistance? for better fuel economy. Unfortunately this is not usually the best design for tire life. Tires can start to wear unevenly in as little as 2000 miles even with a vehicle that is aligned perfectly. The best way to combat this wear is proper inflation and tire rotation. Improper tire balance can also lead to unwanted vibration and can aggravate the already prevalent uneven wear. An out of balance tire can be compared to a home ceiling fan that shakes back and forth for the same type out of balance condition as an automotive tire. Tire rotation changes the direction the tires roll and tends to cancel out uneven tire wear. For this reason we recommend a tire rotation and balance about once per year.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Tire Care Tips
Modern vehicles have a very aggressively designed suspension geometry. They are designed this way to drive effortlessly, handle well and give less ?rolling resistance? for better fuel economy. Unfortunately this is not usually the best design for tire life. Tires can start to wear unevenly in as little as 2000 miles even with a vehicle that is aligned perfectly. The best way to combat this wear is proper inflation and tire rotation. Improper tire balance can also lead to unwanted vibration and can aggravate the already prevalent uneven wear. An out of balance tire can be compared to a home ceiling fan that shakes back and forth for the same type out of balance condition as an automotive tire. Tire rotation changes the direction the tires roll and tends to cancel out uneven tire wear. For this reason we recommend a tire rotation and balance about once per year.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Tire Care Tips
Modern vehicles have a very aggressively designed suspension geometry. They are designed this way to drive effortlessly, handle well and give less ?rolling resistance? for better fuel economy. Unfortunately this is not usually the best design for tire life. Tires can start to wear unevenly in as little as 2000 miles even with a vehicle that is aligned perfectly. The best way to combat this wear is proper inflation and tire rotation. Improper tire balance can also lead to unwanted vibration and can aggravate the already prevalent uneven wear. An out of balance tire can be compared to a home ceiling fan that shakes back and forth for the same type out of balance condition as an automotive tire. Tire rotation changes the direction the tires roll and tends to cancel out uneven tire wear. For this reason we recommend a tire rotation and balance about once per year.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Tire Care Tips
Modern vehicles have a very aggressively designed suspension geometry. They are designed this way to drive effortlessly, handle well and give less ?rolling resistance? for better fuel economy. Unfortunately this is not usually the best design for tire life. Tires can start to wear unevenly in as little as 2000 miles even with a vehicle that is aligned perfectly. The best way to combat this wear is proper inflation and tire rotation. Improper tire balance can also lead to unwanted vibration and can aggravate the already prevalent uneven wear. An out of balance tire can be compared to a home ceiling fan that shakes back and forth for the same type out of balance condition as an automotive tire. Tire rotation changes the direction the tires roll and tends to cancel out uneven tire wear. For this reason we recommend a tire rotation and balance about once per year.
(Includes free tire rotations for life)
(Includes free tire rotations for life)
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Suspension Alignment
Proper wheel alignment is very important to the way a vehicle handles, tire life, as well as “rolling resistance” for fuel economy. At the factory, alignment is set with very sophisticated equipment. In the best of worlds that setting will last for the life of the vehicle. However, in the real world, alignment can be effected by all manner of road hazards. When alignment is off the vehicle can lead to one side, make a vehicle hard to stay in your lane, and “drag” the tires down the road. This is most importantly unsafe, hurts fuel economy and effects tire life. While aligning just the front of a vehicle (2 wheel) can help vastly. It is always better to align a vehicle with all 4 wheels set together (4 wheel or thrust angle). This makes sure all 4 are properly aligned to each other. We recommend an alignment every other year, whenever you are unsure of how the vehicle is handling or whenever the tires show signs of uneven wear.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Drum Brake Service
Drum type brakes have been tried and proven in the industry for almost a century. They stop well and are very dependable. They do however have their drawbacks. The design of drum type brakes tends to hold in “brake dust”. Brake dust is a normal byproduct produced in very small amounts every time we use our brakes. Dust can build up and eventually lead to other problems such as leaking wheel cylinders, leaking axle seals and unwanted noises. For these reasons we recommend a drum brake service. This procedure cleans this dust as well as inspects the brake shoe wear and the condition of the wheel cylinder and axle seal. At the same time, we also will adjust the parking brake if applicable. Usually the rear brake drums will last about twice as long as the front brakes. For this reason we recommend this service at the same time as the front brakes are relined.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Brakes, How and Why
Automotive brakes rely on brake fluid applying pressure on 2 friction surfaces when we mash the brake pedal. The first surface is a soft “pad or shoe” material that is worn a little each time we stop and the second a much harder metal “rotor or drum” material that is worn less. When the softer material wears it creates dust that gets on the outside of the wheel. That is normal. It is also normal for modern brakes to make some amount of light squeal noise at times, mostly when we are mashing the pedal lightly or a slight grinding noise when the vehicle is first driven after sitting for a while. Since brakes wear each and every time we stop they do wear out. How long they will last depends on the design of the softer pad material and how much we stop. Most brake pads have a warning device that when worn thin will make a high pitched squeal noise while driving that tends to go away when we mash the brake pedal. If you hear this noise or a grinding when stopping, the brakes need to be checked for pad wear. Some other symptoms of faulty brakes are a pulsation or shaking when stopping. This is usually due to an uneven rotor or drum surface. An unusual soft feeling in the brake pedal or a red brake warning light is usually a problem with the fluid pressure system. Since it is impossible to predict brake pad or shoe life for each driver we inspect and report, brake pad wear each time we rotate the tires. We will recommend a brake job when the pad or shoe thickness has gotten below about 2 millimeters. We will also advise you of anything else we see with the hydraulic system.
DURASTOP is a brand of replacement brake pads or shoes marketed and warranted by General Motors for over 10 years now. It is what we have installed on about 95 % of the vehicles that need brakes since 1996. They come with a “SouthTowne Lifetime Guarantee” good here at SouthTowne for the pad or shoe wear and labor for them as long as you own the vehicle. Since they are designed to be longer lasting they sometimes make slightly more noise than the original equipment pads or shoes. The metal rotors and drums do wear some also so during a typical brake job we measure and resurface them if they are still safe.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Brakes, How and Why
Automotive brakes rely on brake fluid applying pressure on 2 friction surfaces when we mash the brake pedal. The first surface is a soft “pad or shoe” material that is worn a little each time we stop and the second a much harder metal “rotor or drum” material that is worn less. When the softer material wears it creates dust that gets on the outside of the wheel. That is normal. It is also normal for modern brakes to make some amount of light squeal noise at times, mostly when we are mashing the pedal lightly or a slight grinding noise when the vehicle is first driven after sitting for a while. Since brakes wear each and every time we stop they do wear out. How long they will last depends on the design of the softer pad material and how much we stop. Most brake pads have a warning device that when worn thin will make a high pitched squeal noise while driving that tends to go away when we mash the brake pedal. If you hear this noise or a grinding when stopping, the brakes need to be checked for pad wear. Some other symptoms of faulty brakes are a pulsation or shaking when stopping. This is usually due to an uneven rotor or drum surface. An unusual soft feeling in the brake pedal or a red brake warning light is usually a problem with the fluid pressure system. Since it is impossible to predict brake pad or shoe life for each driver we inspect and report, brake pad wear each time we rotate the tires. We will recommend a brake job when the pad or shoe thickness has gotten below about 2 millimeters. We will also advise you of anything else we see with the hydraulic system.
DURASTOP is a brand of replacement brake pads or shoes marketed and warranted by General Motors for over 10 years now. It is what we have installed on about 95 % of the vehicles that need brakes since 1996. They come with a “SouthTowne Lifetime Guarantee” good here at SouthTowne for the pad or shoe wear and labor for them as long as you own the vehicle. Since they are designed to be longer lasting they sometimes make slightly more noise than the original equipment pads or shoes. The metal rotors and drums do wear some also so during a typical brake job we measure and resurface them if they are still safe.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Brakes, How and Why
Automotive brakes rely on brake fluid applying pressure on 2 friction surfaces when we mash the brake pedal. The first surface is a soft “pad or shoe” material that is worn a little each time we stop and the second a much harder metal “rotor or drum” material that is worn less. When the softer material wears it creates dust that gets on the outside of the wheel. That is normal. It is also normal for modern brakes to make some amount of light squeal noise at times, mostly when we are mashing the pedal lightly or a slight grinding noise when the vehicle is first driven after sitting for a while. Since brakes wear each and every time we stop they do wear out. How long they will last depends on the design of the softer pad material and how much we stop. Most brake pads have a warning device that when worn thin will make a high pitched squeal noise while driving that tends to go away when we mash the brake pedal. If you hear this noise or a grinding when stopping, the brakes need to be checked for pad wear. Some other symptoms of faulty brakes are a pulsation or shaking when stopping. This is usually due to an uneven rotor or drum surface. An unusual soft feeling in the brake pedal or a red brake warning light is usually a problem with the fluid pressure system. Since it is impossible to predict brake pad or shoe life for each driver we inspect and report, brake pad wear each time we rotate the tires. We will recommend a brake job when the pad or shoe thickness has gotten below about 2 millimeters. We will also advise you of anything else we see with the hydraulic system.
DURASTOP is a brand of replacement brake pads or shoes marketed and warranted by General Motors for over 10 years now. It is what we have installed on about 95 % of the vehicles that need brakes since 1996. They come with a “SouthTowne Lifetime Guarantee” good here at SouthTowne for the pad or shoe wear and labor for them as long as you own the vehicle. Since they are designed to be longer lasting they sometimes make slightly more noise than the original equipment pads or shoes. The metal rotors and drums do wear some also so during a typical brake job we measure and resurface them if they are still safe.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Brake or Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Service
Automotive braking systems rely on hydraulic fluid pressure to transfer the pressure that is applied at the brake pedal to the friction surfaces at the wheels. The fluid that is used is called “BRAKE FLUID”. This fluid must withstand a combination of extreme heat and pressure. The fluid that works best for both requirements has some drawbacks. The make up of the fluid attracts moisture. Since the system has to be vented to the outside air, after some time moisture will contaminate the fluid. The worst thing about moisture-contaminated fluid is that when it gets very hot from use it will boil. This can create a loss of brakes when you need them most. The other bad thing is that the moisture attacks the inside of the hydraulic system. This can lead to very expensive repairs especially if a vehicle is equipped with antilock brakes. Most modern manual transmissions have a very similar hydraulic system to work the clutch. The fluid for the clutch is very similar to brake fluid. It also attracting moisture and has the same drawbacks from contamination. For these reasons we recommend a brake fluid flush. And if equipped with a hydraulic clutch the same flush for the clutch system. We recommend this service be done about every 2 to 3 years.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANY;
Hydraulic Power Steering Systems
Most modern vehicles have a system called POWER STEERING. It helps us to turn the steering while the Vehicle is stopped and at slow speeds. This is when the steering is hardest to turn. It also works to smooth out the feel of the steering at faster speeds. The system used a fluid pump and series of valves, cylinders and lines for this purpose. The pressures in the power steering can get as high as 1700 pounds per square inch. The pressure is highest when we are turning while stopped or at slow speeds. This pressure creates heat. Pressure and heat wears out the hydraulic fluid. Also the metal parts of the system wear, contaminating the fluid with metal particles. When the fluid gets worn and contaminated it does not lubricate the system very well. This can lead to excessive wear and very expensive repairs. We recommend a power steering service to flush out the worn out fluid and metal contaminants. The more around town and parking lot driving that is done, the sooner this service should be done. We recommend it be done between 60,000 and 100,000 miles or anytime the system is being repaired for any other reason.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Transmission Care
The transmission on our modern vehicles still do the same jobs they have for a long time. Those jobs are. To regulate engine power transferred to the driving wheels to give the best possible power and fuel economy. To connect and disconnect the engine power to the driving wheels. And to change direction of power for reverse. Both automatic and manual transmissions must do these tasks as smoothly and quietly as possible. They must operate in extreme temperatures. They must also be expected to do this trouble free for a long time. An automatic transmission does this very little input from the driver while a manual transmission is completely controlled by the driver. A manual transmission uses on a fluid to lubricate and cool it’s internal parts. An automatic transmission uses fluid for the same purpose but it also uses the same fluid as a coupling to the engine and for hydraulic pressures to change the different gears. Most manual transmissions use a synthetic fluid that rarely wears out. However working parts do wear. As parts wear away they turn into very small particles. These particles mix with the fluid and after lots of wear can become a soup of worn particles. The more particles in the soup the faster parts wear. Automatic transmission fluid is not synthetic based and does wear out. It also can become a soup. Since automatic transmission fluid acts as a fluid coupling and for hydraulic pressure to work the gears, as it becomes worn it effects the way a transmission operates. This process is slow enough for a driver to not know it. If the fluid gets worn too badly or becomes soup it can damage the working parts of a transmission and be very expensive to repair. For these reasons we recommend transmissions be serviced regularly. Manual transmissions should be serviced about every 60,000 miles to 90,000 miles depending on the loads they pull and the conditions they operate in. More often under heavy loads or in dusty or off road conditions. If they are operated in moderate conditions the service intervals can go up. Automatic transmissions service intervals are more important. They should be serviced about every 30,000 miles to 60,000 miles depending on the loads they pull and the conditions they operate in. More often under heavy loads or in dusty or off road conditions or a lot of around town driving. If they are operated in moderate conditions the service intervals can go up. Our manual transmission service will exchange 100% of the fluid. Our automatic transmission service will exchange about 40 to 60% of the fluid in the transmission and replace or clean the filter. Our automatic transmission flush will exchange 100% of the fluid and flush a cleaner through the transmission, cleaning the internal working parts. We recommend the flush be done about every other time.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
4 Wheel Drive Transfer Case Care
All 4 wheel drive and all wheel drive vehicle have a transfer case. This unit distributes power from the transmission to the rear and front wheels. On 4 wheel drive models the driver has a choice of whether the power goes to just the rear wheels or to all 4. Power on all 4 wheels should be restricted to off road use with these models. Some models have an automatic 4 wheel drive mode. When operating in this mode power only goes to the front wheels when a computer system senses a wheel is spinning. Most 4 wheel and automatic 4 wheel drive models also have 2 speed ranges with the lower range for off road use. On all wheel drive models power is distributed to all 4 wheels all the time. Automatic and all wheel drive transfer cases both have a fluid coupling devise that allows some slippage of power when cornering on pavement. All transfer cases use a fluid to lubricate, cool and work the fluid coupling on some models. Most modern GM vehicles come equipped with a synthetic fluid that rarely wears out. However working parts do wear. When parts wear the very small particles of worn metal mix in the fluid and after lots of wear can become a metal soup. The more metal in the soup the faster parts wear. We recommend the fluid be changed periodically to prevent this wear from becoming a problem. The heavier a vehicles loads the more often it needs to be changed. It should be changed somewhere between 60,000 and 100,000 miles.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Differential Service
The differentials in our Rear Wheel Drive, 4 Wheel Drive or All Wheel Drive vehicles are probably the most neglected component on a vehicle. It works in the dirtiest environment on a vehicle and hardy ever complains. It is designed to change the flow of power from one direction to another. It runs in a fluid that has to lubricate all the working parts, do it in extreme temperature variables and do it while operating in the muck and mud. Modern GM differentials come lubricated with a synthetic fluid that rarely wears out. However, working gears and bearings do wear out. The metal that wears mixes with the lubricant and after lots of wear can become a metal soup. The more metal in the soup the faster parts can wear. We recommend the fluid to be changed periodically to prevent this wear from becoming a problem. The heavier a vehicle’s load the more often it needs to be changed. It should be changed somewhere between 60,000 and 100,000 miles.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Transmission Care
The transmission on our modern vehicles still do the same jobs they have for a long time. Those jobs are. To regulate engine power transferred to the driving wheels to give the best possible power and fuel economy. To connect and disconnect the engine power to the driving wheels. And to change direction of power for reverse. Both automatic and manual transmissions must do these tasks as smoothly and quietly as possible. They must operate in extreme temperatures. They must also be expected to do this trouble free for a long time. An automatic transmission does this very little input from the driver while a manual transmission is completely controlled by the driver. A manual transmission uses on a fluid to lubricate and cool it’s internal parts. An automatic transmission uses fluid for the same purpose but it also uses the same fluid as a coupling to the engine and for hydraulic pressures to change the different gears. Most manual transmissions use a synthetic fluid that rarely wears out. However working parts do wear. As parts wear away they turn into very small particles. These particles mix with the fluid and after lots of wear can become a soup of worn particles. The more particles in the soup the faster parts wear. Automatic transmission fluid is not synthetic based and does wear out. It also can become a soup. Since automatic transmission fluid acts as a fluid coupling and for hydraulic pressure to work the gears, as it becomes worn it effects the way a transmission operates. This process is slow enough for a driver to not know it. If the fluid gets worn too badly or becomes soup it can damage the working parts of a transmission and be very expensive to repair. For these reasons we recommend transmissions be serviced regularly. Manual transmissions should be serviced about every 60,000 miles to 90,000 miles depending on the loads they pull and the conditions they operate in. More often under heavy loads or in dusty or off road conditions. If they are operated in moderate conditions the service intervals can go up. Automatic transmissions service intervals are more important. They should be serviced about every 30,000 miles to 60,000 miles depending on the loads they pull and the conditions they operate in. More often under heavy loads or in dusty or off road conditions or a lot of around town driving. If they are operated in moderate conditions the service intervals can go up. Our manual transmission service will exchange 100% of the fluid. Our automatic transmission service will exchange about 40 to 60% of the fluid in the transmission and replace or clean the filter. Our automatic transmission flush will exchange 100% of the fluid and flush a cleaner through the transmission, cleaning the internal working parts. We recommend the flush be done about every other time.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Transmission Care
The transmission on our modern vehicles still do the same jobs they have for a long time. Those jobs are. To regulate engine power transferred to the driving wheels to give the best possible power and fuel economy. To connect and disconnect the engine power to the driving wheels. And to change direction of power for reverse. Both automatic and manual transmissions must do these tasks as smoothly and quietly as possible. They must operate in extreme temperatures. They must also be expected to do this trouble free for a long time. An automatic transmission does this very little input from the driver while a manual transmission is completely controlled by the driver. A manual transmission uses on a fluid to lubricate and cool it’s internal parts. An automatic transmission uses fluid for the same purpose but it also uses the same fluid as a coupling to the engine and for hydraulic pressures to change the different gears. Most manual transmissions use a synthetic fluid that rarely wears out. However working parts do wear. As parts wear away they turn into very small particles. These particles mix with the fluid and after lots of wear can become a soup of worn particles. The more particles in the soup the faster parts wear. Automatic transmission fluid is not synthetic based and does wear out. It also can become a soup. Since automatic transmission fluid acts as a fluid coupling and for hydraulic pressure to work the gears, as it becomes worn it effects the way a transmission operates. This process is slow enough for a driver to not know it. If the fluid gets worn too badly or becomes soup it can damage the working parts of a transmission and be very expensive to repair. For these reasons we recommend transmissions be serviced regularly. Manual transmissions should be serviced about every 60,000 miles to 90,000 miles depending on the loads they pull and the conditions they operate in. More often under heavy loads or in dusty or off road conditions. If they are operated in moderate conditions the service intervals can go up. Automatic transmissions service intervals are more important. They should be serviced about every 30,000 miles to 60,000 miles depending on the loads they pull and the conditions they operate in. More often under heavy loads or in dusty or off road conditions or a lot of around town driving. If they are operated in moderate conditions the service intervals can go up. Our manual transmission service will exchange 100% of the fluid. Our automatic transmission service will exchange about 40 to 60% of the fluid in the transmission and replace or clean the filter. Our automatic transmission flush will exchange 100% of the fluid and flush a cleaner through the transmission, cleaning the internal working parts. We recommend the flush be done about every other time.
WHY IT'S INPORTANT;
Cooling Systems
Gasoline and diesel engines create heat as a by-product of combustion. Modern engines are designed with a cooling system to regulate this heat. They perform best when operated between 180 and 210 degrees Fahrenheit. If an engine runs colder than this, fuel economy and emissions suffer greatly. Engine life suffers to some extent. If they run hotter, engine life can start to suffer greatly. Cooling systems use a fluid that transfers heat from the engine to be dissipated into the air through a radiator. The fluid in GM cooling systems is an Ethylene glycol based fluid called Dex-cool. It stands up very well to the constant heating up and cooling down that it goes through on a daily basis. However it can wear out from use. The harder a cooling system has to work, the shorter the lifespan. Running a vehicle with worn out coolant can cause expensive damage. The coolant wears out slowly. Usually a driver does not realize it has happened. For this reason we recommend coolant fluid to be replaced between 90,000 and 100,000 miles. Dex-cool holds up very well for this length of time unless it is exposed to air. This can happen if a cooling system operates low on coolant. This can corrode and erode the inside of a cooling system very fast. Corrosion deposits will restrict the system causing it to be less efficient. Erosion can make holes in the system causing leaks. If this happens just changing the coolant may not be enough. In these cases we recommend the system be flushed. This will usually get most of the corrosion contamination out of the system. If a system has been badly contaminated, just one flush may not clean out all deposits. Keep in mind, if deposits are bad enough, they can stop up a hole. The flush uncovers it and then it will start to leak.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Cooling Systems
Gasoline and diesel engines create heat as a by-product of combustion. Modern engines are designed with a cooling system to regulate this heat. They perform best when operated between 180 and 210 degrees Fahrenheit. If an engine runs colder than this, fuel economy and emissions suffer greatly. Engine life suffers to some extent. If they run hotter, engine life can start to suffer greatly. Cooling systems use a fluid that transfers heat from the engine to be dissipated into the air through a radiator. The fluid in GM cooling systems is an Ethylene glycol based fluid called Dex-cool. It stands up very well to the constant heating up and cooling down that it goes through on a daily basis. However it can wear out from use. The harder a cooling system has to work, the shorter the lifespan. Running a vehicle with worn out coolant can cause expensive damage. The coolant wears out slowly. Usually a driver does not realize it has happened. For this reason we recommend coolant fluid to be replaced between 90,000 and 100,000 miles. Dex-cool holds up very well for this length of time unless it is exposed to air. This can happen if a cooling system operates low on coolant. This can corrode and erode the inside of a cooling system very fast. Corrosion deposits will restrict the system causing it to be less efficient. Erosion can make holes in the system causing leaks. If this happens just changing the coolant may not be enough. In these cases we recommend the system be flushed. This will usually get most of the corrosion contamination out of the system. If a system has been badly contaminated, just one flush may not clean out all deposits. Keep in mind, if deposits are bad enough, they can stop up a hole. The flush uncovers it and then it will start to leak.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Exaust Gas Recurculation Systems
Nitrous Oxides are a byproduct of an internal combustion engine. It is considered one of the worst pollutants they produce. Modern vehicles are designed to reduce all pollutants in various ways. The EGR system reduces nitrous oxides by reducing the burn temperature of the combustion process. EGR stands for Exhaust Gas Recalculation. The system does just that. It takes a controlled amount of exhaust gasses and passes it through the combustion process again. This process leaves some amount of residue behind in it’s passages. After some time this residue can clog up the passages. When this happens, pollution is increased. Most modern vehicles will not pass a state emissions test with a restricted EGR system. If it gets too bad clogged up, the computer will turn on a warning light. Most modern vehicles are designed so this rarely happens. The more around town and slow speed driving that is done the more likely the system will clog up. Some vehicles may need the EGR system cleaned after 60,000 to 100,000 miles. Some vehicles may never need it. We offer this service on a as needed basis.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Fuel Injector Systems How and Why
Both gasoline and Diesel fuel injectors play a very important role in a vehicles performance. They must spray a very precise amount of fuel in a very precise spray pattern at a very precise time. They must perform this task every time each cylinder fires. This relates to about 90,000 times every mile. They must perform their task in some very harsh environments. The inside of a cylinder can get to about 1700 degrees. Gasoline and diesel fuels tend to leave a deposit behind wherever they have been. Deposits left in the very small passages inside an injector can build up. This affects the volume of fuel passed as well as the ability to "SHUT OFF" between times it injects. Gasoline and diesel fuel vapors that are left over after an engine has stopped running will evaporate and leave behind another deposit. It builds up inside the air intake system and on the outside of an injector tip. This affects the injector spray pattern. GM gasoline and diesel fuel injectors stand up to the task quite well. However after time their performance can deteriorate slowly enough for a driver to not even know it. The higher quality of the fuel that is run in a vehicle the longer it can perform well without injector maintenance. Flushing the injectors can clean out deposits and restore the injectors to perform as they were designed. However if an injector is run too long with deposit build up, even a flush job may not always help. For these reasons we recommend gasoline and diesel injectors be flushed after the vehicle has been operated between 60,000 and 100,000 miles or any time we suspect build up may be affecting their performance.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Air Induction Plenum Throttle Body Service
After an engine has been driven it gets very hot. When it is stopped it has gasoline vapors and engine oil vapors that evaporate while the engine is cooling. As it evaporates it leaves behind deposits that build up in the form of a sticky sludge inside the intake system and air throttling plates. After lots of the sludge has built up inside the air intake system, the ability to accurately monitor and adjust fuel is diminished. After the air throttling plates get this sludge built up they tend to hang and not work freely. This sludge builds up so slowly the driver usually does not even notice the slight hesitation, slower starting and slow decline in fuel economy. For these reasons we recommend a service about every 30,000 miles to clean the system. We inject a chemical directly onto the throttle plates and into the intake system while the engine is running. This cleans the intake system all the way to the tops of the pistons. There is also a chemical that gets added into the gas tank. After this service it is always best to fill the fuel tank to get the best results of the tank additive.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Engine Oil and It's Job
All modern internal combustion engines use some type of oil. Oil does several jobs. The most important one is to lubricate moving parts to reduce friction. Reducing friction is very important in promoting fuel economy and engine life. Oil also cleans the inside of the engine, helps cool the engine, helps to seal the combustion chamber and keeps worn metal and other particles suspended to keep deposits (sludge) from forming. Long ago engine oil was made of just refined mineral oil. Now it consists of several blends of additives. Additives help the oil do its job and make it last longer. Synthetic oils usually contain some mineral oil but have a more aggressive additive package. Some vehicles require the use of synthetic oil for the better lubrication it can provide. Diesel engines require a different type of oil due to their different design of combustion. All oils wear every time an engine is ran. Worn metals, acidic byproducts from internal combustion and water condensation mix with the oil. All modern vehicles have an oil filter to help filter out the larger particles. As oil wears it looses its ability to do it?s job. Worn oil slowly leads to reduced engine performance, fuel economy, forming of sludge and faster engine wear. This means that oil should be changed on a regular basis. The more around town and stopping and starting done, the quicker oil needs to be changed. GM has a system on most 2004 and later vehicles that senses driving conditions and warns when oil should be changed. We recommend the oil and oil filter be changed between 3000 and 5000 miles whether the light has come on or not. This system will warn some drivers to change their oil quicker due to driving habits. If an engine oil system does get contaminated either from lack of proper oil change or mechanical failure, we have a flush service that does a very good job of getting it out. This service flushes a strong oil and detergent product through all the oil passages and then replaces it with clean engine oil. The success of this flush depends on how bad the contamination is and how much excessive wear it has caused.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Heater, Ventelation, Air Conditioning Systems
The heater, ventilation and air conditioning system in all modern vehicles consists of a series of ducts and passages that air flows through. Air flows through a grid (heater core) for the heater and another one for the air conditioner (evaporator core). The air conditioning grid also separates moisture from the air that passes through it. There is a drain to let this moisture out. Air is directed through the proper path by a series of doors. Some vehicles have a filter that is designed to filter out some of the dust and Pollutants. This works much the same as the air filter in our home. All of this is designed to make us comfortable while driving. Mold and mildew love a dark, wet, warm place to grow. All the passages inside this system are prime living quarters for it. The air conditioning grid gets wet when it is working and warm when the vehicle is stopped. This makes the air conditioning grid especially susceptible to the growth of mold. A musty smell inside the vehicle just as soon as it is started can mean mold has formed. If a musty smell is present before a vehicle has started it usually means there is another source for mold such as a wet carpet due to some type of water leak or a plugged air conditioning drain. Since the air we breath is very important to our health and well being we recommend the cabin air filter be replaced about every 15,000 to 30,000 miles if the vehicle is equipped. We also recommend a service to clean the mold and mildew be performed about every 2 to 3 years. This service will fill the ductwork around the air conditioning grid with a mold killing foam and then flush it out. This also cleans out the drain. If water has soaked the carpet or carpet padding this type service will make little to no difference in the smell. In this case the source of the water must be corrected and the wet carpet or padding be cleaned and dried or replaced.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Spark Plug Operation and Care
All gasoline internal combustion engines operate by burning a mixture of compressed gasoline and air. They all use a spark plug to start the burning process. The spark plugs work by a split second charge of high voltage electricity passing across a gap at the electrode. The voltage can be as much as 40,000 volts. They must perform this task every time each cylinder fires. This relates to about 90,000 times every mile. They must perform their task in some very harsh environments. The inside of a cylinder can get to about 1700 degrees. The electrode slowly erodes away each time it fires. As it erodes the electricity cannot pass across the electrode gap as Effectively. This causes the combustion to be less efficient. This happens so slowly you usually do not even notice the slight hesitation or loss of fuel economy. Older vehicles came equipped with a conventional metal for the electrode (tip) The erosion process is a good bit faster on that type spark plug. All modern GM vehicles use a double platinum tip spark plug that holds up to the erosion about 3 times longer than a conventional one. For this reason we recommend the spark plugs be replaced regularly. A conventional spark plug needs to be replaced about every 30,000 miles and a platinum tip one about every 90,000 miles.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Spark Plug Operation and Care
All gasoline internal combustion engines operate by burning a mixture of compressed gasoline and air. They all use a spark plug to start the burning process. The spark plugs work by a split second charge of high voltage electricity passing across a gap at the electrode. The voltage can be as much as 40,000 volts. They must perform this task every time each cylinder fires. This relates to about 90,000 times every mile. They must perform their task in some very harsh environments. The inside of a cylinder can get to about 1700 degrees. The electrode slowly erodes away each time it fires. As it erodes the electricity cannot pass across the electrode gap as Effectively. This causes the combustion to be less efficient. This happens so slowly you usually do not even notice the slight hesitation or loss of fuel economy. Older vehicles came equipped with a conventional metal for the electrode (tip) The erosion process is a good bit faster on that type spark plug. All modern GM vehicles use a double platinum tip spark plug that holds up to the erosion about 3 times longer than a conventional one. For this reason we recommend the spark plugs be replaced regularly. A conventional spark plug needs to be replaced about every 30,000 miles and a platinum tip one about every 90,000 miles.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Timing Belts, How and Why
There is 1 major component rotating in an internal combustion engine. It is the crankshaft. It transfers power from the cylinders and rods to the transmission to power the vehicle. It also drives the camshafts, which move the valves to bring in air and take exhaust gasses from the cylinders. The crankshaft and camshaft are connected by a Timing Chain on most vehicles but on some vehicles a Timing Belt does it. The name Timing refers to one of its major functions. It keeps precise timing of the camshaft and crankshaft. If this timing is off engine performance suffers. If the timing gets off by too far it can cause major engine damage from the valves hitting the pistons. A timing chain is designed to last virtually for the life of the engine. A timing belt requires periodic replacement. Currently the only GM vehicle that has a belt and therefore requires replacement is the Chevy Aveo. We recommend this particular vehicle have its timing belt replaced every 60,000 miles.
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WASH Free Car Wash
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Automated car wash
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free with any service$3495*
Lube oil & filter - Gas Engines (M3000G)
Details:
Gasoline powered vehicles, Lube oil and filter change.
Includes up to 5quarts of 5W30 GM Goodwrench oil, AC Delco filter, reset oil life moniter "if equipped" with FREE multipoint inspection. Advise of additional needed services.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Engine Oil and It's Job
All modern internal combustion engines use some type of oil. Oil does several jobs. The most important one is to lubricate moving parts to reduce friction. Reducing friction is very important in promoting fuel economy and engine life. Oil also cleans the inside of the engine, helps cool the engine, helps to seal the combustion chamber and keeps worn metal and other particles suspended to keep deposits (sludge) from forming. Long ago engine oil was made of just refined mineral oil. Now it consists of several blends of additives. Additives help the oil do its job and make it last longer. Synthetic oils usually contain some mineral oil but have a more aggressive additive package. Some vehicles require the use of synthetic oil for the better lubrication it can provide. Diesel engines require a different type of oil due to their different design of combustion. All oils wear every time an engine is ran. Worn metals, acidic byproducts from internal combustion and water condensation mix with the oil. All modern vehicles have an oil filter to help filter out the larger particles. As oil wears it looses its ability to do it?s job. Worn oil slowly leads to reduced engine performance, fuel economy, forming of sludge and faster engine wear. This means that oil should be changed on a regular basis. The more around town and stopping and starting done, the quicker oil needs to be changed. GM has a system on most 2004 and later vehicles that senses driving conditions and warns when oil should be changed. We recommend the oil and oil filter be changed between 3000 and 5000 miles whether the light has come on or not. This system will warn some drivers to change their oil quicker due to driving habits. If an engine oil system does get contaminated either from lack of proper oil change or mechanical failure, we have a flush service that does a very good job of getting it out. This service flushes a strong oil and detergent product through all the oil passages and then replaces it with clean engine oil. The success of this flush depends on how bad the contamination is and how much excessive wear it has caused.
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Price good for up to 5 quarts of GM Goodwrench 10W30 oil.$6895
Lube oil & filter - Diesel engines (M3000D)
Details:
Diesel powered vehicles, Lube, oil and filter change.
Includes up to 10 quarts 15W40 Mobile Delvac oil, AC Delco Filter, reset oil life moniter, "if equipped" with free multipoint inspection. Advise of additional needed services.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Engine Oil and It's job
All modern internal combustion engines use some type of oil. Oil does several jobs. The most important one is to lubricate moving parts to reduce friction. Reducing friction is very important in promoting fuel economy and engine life. Oil also cleans the inside of the engine, helps cool the engine, helps to seal the combustion chamber and keeps worn metal and other particles suspended to keep deposits (sludge) from forming. Long ago engine oil was made of just refined mineral oil. Now it consists of several blends of additives. Additives help the oil do its job and make it last longer. Synthetic oils usually contain some mineral oil but have a more aggressive additive package. Some vehicles require the use of synthetic oil for the better lubrication it can provide. Diesel engines require a different type of oil due to their different design of combustion. All oils wear every time an engine is ran. Worn metals, acidic byproducts from internal combustion and water condensation mix with the oil. All modern vehicles have an oil filter to help filter out the larger particles. As oil wears it looses its ability to do it?s job. Worn oil slowly leads to reduced engine performance, fuel economy, forming of sludge and faster engine wear. This means that oil should be changed on a regular basis. The more around town and stopping and starting done, the quicker oil needs to be changed. GM has a system on most 2004 and later vehicles that senses driving conditions and warns when oil should be changed. We recommend the oil and oil filter be changed between 3000 and 5000 miles whether the light has come on or not. This system will warn some drivers to change their oil quicker due to driving habits. If an engine oil system does get contaminated either from lack of proper oil change or mechanical failure, we have a flush service that does a very good job of getting it out. This service flushes a strong oil and detergent product through all the oil passages and then replaces it with clean engine oil. The success of this flush depends on how bad the contamination is and how much excessive wear it has caused.
$3995
GM MI service 5000 mile - Gas Engines (M5K)
Details:
Gasoline powered vehicles 5K service.
Includes up to 6 quarts of 5W30 GM Goodwrench oil, AC Delco filter, reset oil life moniter "if equipped" tire rotation and reset tire pressure moniters "if equipped" with FREE multipoint inspection. Advise of additional needed services.
Packaged Services
Southtowne offers several packages for services. We have set them up at intervals that are both convenient to you and give the best care for your vehicle. We have used our experience with the product you drive, GM requirements and local driving conditions to make the recommendations.
$8895
GM MI service 5000 mile - Diesel engines (M5KD)
Details:
Diesel powered vehicles, 5K service.
Includes up to 10 quarts 15W40 Mobile Delvac oil, AC Delco filter, reset oil life moniter "if equipped" tire rotation and resert tire pressure moniters " if equipped" with FREE multipoint inspection. Advise of additional needed services.
Packaged Services
Southtowne offers several packages for services. We have set them up at intervals that are both convenient to you and give the best care for your vehicle. We have used our experience with the product you drive, GM requirements and local driving conditions to make the recommendations.
$6995
GM MII service 15000 mile - Gas Engines (M15K)
Details:
Gasoline powered vehicles, 15K service.
Includes up to 5 quarts of 10W30 GM Goodwrench oil, AC Delco filter, reset oil life moniter "if equipped" tire rotation and resert tire pressure moniters " if equipped" and body lubrication with FREE multipoint inspection. Advise of additional needed services.
Packaged Services
Southtowne offers several packages for services. We have set them up at intervals that are both convenient to you and give the best care for your vehicle. We have used our experience with the product you drive, GM requirements and local driving conditions to make the recommendations.
$16995
GM MII service 15000 mile - Diesel Engine (15KD)
Details:
Diesel powered vehicles, 15K service.
Includes up to 10 quarts 15W40 Mobile Delvac oil, AC Delco filter, reset oil life moniter "if equipped" tire rotation and resert tire pressure moniters " if equipped" and body lubrication with FREE multipoint inspection. Advise of additional needed services.
Packaged Services
Southtowne offers several packages for services. We have set them up at intervals that are both convenient to you and give the best care for your vehicle. We have used our experience with the product you drive, GM requirements and local driving conditions to make the recommendations.
$24995
30,000 Mile service - Gas Engines (M30K)
Details:
Gasoline powered vehicles, 30K service
Lube oil and filter change. Includes up to 5 quarts of 5W30GM Goodwrence oil, AC Delco filter, body lubrication, tire rotation, resert tire pressure moniters and oil life moniter, "if equipped" replace air filter, service throttle system, clean plates and intake plenum, with FREE multipoint inspection. Advise of additional needed services.
Packaged Services
Southtowne offers several packages for services. We have set them up at intervals that are both convenient to you and give the best care for your vehicle. We have used our experience with the product you drive, GM requirements and local driving conditions to make the recommendations.
$48495
30,000 mile service - Diesel Engines (M30KD)
Details:
Diesel powered vehicles, 30K service
Lube oil and filter change. Includes up to 10 quarts 15W40 Mobile Delvac oil, AC Delco filter, body lubrication, tire rotation and resert tire pressure moniters,oil life moniter ,"if equipped" replace engine air filter, replace fuel filter, service automatic transmission with FREE multipoint inspection, advice of additional needed services.
Packaged Services
Southtowne offers several packages for services. We have set them up at intervals that are both convenient to you and give the best care for your vehicle. We have used our experience with the product you drive, GM requirements and local driving conditions to make the recommendations.
$2795
Air Filter - Gas Engines (M31G)
Details:
Replace engine air filter element.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Engine Air Filters
All internal combustion engines use outside air to mix with fuel for combustion. This air must be very clean to prevent wear on precise engine components. All modern vehicles have filtering devises for this process. The Air Filter Element collects dirt, dust and pollen and stores it. It is designed to be replaceable. The life of an air filter element depends on the conditions a vehicle is operated in. If operated regularly in dusty areas the air filter element should be replaced more frequently. We recommend the air filter element be inspected after about 15000 miles of use and replaced if needed. It should be replaced at least every 30,000 miles.
$5695
Air filter - Diesel Engines (M31D)
Details:
Replace engine air filter element.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Engine Air Filters
All internal combustion engines use outside air to mix with fuel for combustion. This air must be very clean to prevent wear on precise engine components. All modern vehicles have filtering devises for this process. The Air Filter Element collects dirt, dust and pollen and stores it. It is designed to be replaceable. The life of an air filter element depends on the conditions a vehicle is operated in. If operated regularly in dusty areas the air filter element should be replaced more frequently. We recommend the air filter element be inspected after about 15000 miles of use and replaced if needed. It should be replaced at least every 30,000 miles.
$6495
Replace gasoline fuel filter - (M1G)
Details:
Replace gasoline fuel filter
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Fuel Injection Supply Systems
Contaminants in modern gasoline will eventually restrict the fuel filter. This can lead to drivability symptoms such as poor passing power, long crank times and others. Also a restricted fuel filter puts more strain on the fuel pump and can lead to more costly repairs . The better quality gasoline we run the longer a fuel filter will last. Since we may never know how good or bad the gasoline we pump is, we recommend the fuel filter be replaced on a regular basis of about every 30,000 miles.
$5895
Replace Cabin Air Filter - (M9)
Details:
Replace in cabin air filter.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Heater, Ventelation, Air Conditioning Systems
The heater, ventilation and air conditioning system in all modern vehicles consists of a series of ducts and passages that air flows through. Air flows through a grid (heater core) for the heater and another one for the air conditioner (evaporator core). The air conditioning grid also separates moisture from the air that passes through it. There is a drain to let this moisture out. Air is directed through the proper path by a series of doors. Some vehicles have a filter that is designed to filter out some of the dust and Pollutants. This works much the same as the air filter in our home. All of this is designed to make us comfortable while driving. Mold and mildew love a dark, wet, warm place to grow. All the passages inside this system are prime living quarters for it. The air conditioning grid gets wet when it is working and warm when the vehicle is stopped. This makes the air conditioning grid especially susceptible to the growth of mold. A musty smell inside the vehicle just as soon as it is started can mean mold has formed. If a musty smell is present before a vehicle has started it usually means there is another source for mold such as a wet carpet due to some type of water leak or a plugged air conditioning drain. Since the air we breath is very important to our health and well being we recommend the cabin air filter be replaced about every 15,000 to 30,000 miles if the vehicle is equipped. We also recommend a service to clean the mold and mildew be performed about every 2 to 3 years. This service will fill the ductwork around the air conditioning grid with a mold killing foam and then flush it out. This also cleans out the drain. If water has soaked the carpet or carpet padding this type service will make little to no difference in the smell. In this case the source of the water must be corrected and the wet carpet or padding be cleaned and dried or replaced.
$8995
Replace diesel fuel filter - (M1D)
Details:
Replace diesel fuel filter.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Fuel Injection Supply Systems
Contaminants in modern fuels will eventually restrict the fuel filter. This can lead to drivability symptoms such as poor passing power, long crank times and others. Also a restricted fuel filter puts more strain on the fuel pump and can lead to more costly repairs. The better quality fuel we run the longer a fuel filter will last. Since we may never know how good or bad the fuel we pump is, we recommend the fuel filter be replaced on a regular basis of about every 30,000 miles. Some diesel engines require the filter be replaced more often. Diesel fuel can be more susceptible to contaminates especially in cold weather.
$1995
Install nitrogen in tires - (NITRO)
Details:
Install nitrogen in tires.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Nitrogen is a dry gas free of moisture.
Nitrogen dosen't deteriorate rubber like the "wet oxygen" in compressed air does.
Nitrogen has a larger molecule structure and won't leak like oxygen.
Nitrogen makes tires last longer because they are less susceptable to air loss with temperature changes.
The "wet oyygen" found in compressed air contains moisture, causing oxidation.
Over time oxidation breaks down the tire rubber.
Oxygen molecules are smaller than nitrogen and leak 3 to 4 times faster
After rubber is broken down, it loses elasticity, strength and leaks even faster.
WHAT NITROGEN WILL DO FOR YOU
*INCREASE YOUR TIRE LIFE UP TO 30%
*IMPROVES FUEL ECONOMY
*REDUCES THE CHANCE OF A TIRE FAILURE UP TO 50%
*IMPROVES BRAKING AND HANDLING
*REDUCES WHEEL CORROSION
*REDUCES RUNNING TEMPERATURE
*MAINTAINS TIRE PRESSURE
$2095
4 Tire rotation - (M2-4)
Details:
4 Tire Rotation
Rotate 4 tires in factory recommended pattern, reset tire pressure and moniter if equipped.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Tire Care Tips
Modern vehicles have a very aggressively designed suspension geometry. They are designed this way to drive effortlessly, handle well and give less ?rolling resistance? for better fuel economy. Unfortunately this is not usually the best design for tire life. Tires can start to wear unevenly in as little as 2000 miles even with a vehicle that is aligned perfectly. The best way to combat this wear is proper inflation and tire rotation. Improper tire balance can also lead to unwanted vibration and can aggravate the already prevalent uneven wear. An out of balance tire can be compared to a home ceiling fan that shakes back and forth for the same type out of balance condition as an automotive tire. Tire rotation changes the direction the tires roll and tends to cancel out uneven tire wear. For this reason we recommend a tire rotation and balance about once per year.
$2995
Rotate 6 tires - (M2-6)
Details:
Rotate 6 tires in factory recommended pattern, reset tire pressure.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Tire Care Tips
Modern vehicles have a very aggressively designed suspension geometry. They are designed this way to drive effortlessly, handle well and give less ?rolling resistance? for better fuel economy. Unfortunately this is not usually the best design for tire life. Tires can start to wear unevenly in as little as 2000 miles even with a vehicle that is aligned perfectly. The best way to combat this wear is proper inflation and tire rotation. Improper tire balance can also lead to unwanted vibration and can aggravate the already prevalent uneven wear. An out of balance tire can be compared to a home ceiling fan that shakes back and forth for the same type out of balance condition as an automotive tire. Tire rotation changes the direction the tires roll and tends to cancel out uneven tire wear. For this reason we recommend a tire rotation and balance about once per year.
$5095
Rotate and balance 4 tires - (M4-4)
Details:
Rotate and Balance 4 tires in factory recommended pattern, reset tire pressure and moniter if equipped.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Tire Care Tips
Modern vehicles have a very aggressively designed suspension geometry. They are designed this way to drive effortlessly, handle well and give less ?rolling resistance? for better fuel economy. Unfortunately this is not usually the best design for tire life. Tires can start to wear unevenly in as little as 2000 miles even with a vehicle that is aligned perfectly. The best way to combat this wear is proper inflation and tire rotation. Improper tire balance can also lead to unwanted vibration and can aggravate the already prevalent uneven wear. An out of balance tire can be compared to a home ceiling fan that shakes back and forth for the same type out of balance condition as an automotive tire. Tire rotation changes the direction the tires roll and tends to cancel out uneven tire wear. For this reason we recommend a tire rotation and balance about once per year.
$7595
Rotate and balance 6 tires - (M4-6)
Details:
Rotate and Balance 6 tires in factory recommended pattern, reset tire pressure.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Tire Care Tips
Modern vehicles have a very aggressively designed suspension geometry. They are designed this way to drive effortlessly, handle well and give less ?rolling resistance? for better fuel economy. Unfortunately this is not usually the best design for tire life. Tires can start to wear unevenly in as little as 2000 miles even with a vehicle that is aligned perfectly. The best way to combat this wear is proper inflation and tire rotation. Improper tire balance can also lead to unwanted vibration and can aggravate the already prevalent uneven wear. An out of balance tire can be compared to a home ceiling fan that shakes back and forth for the same type out of balance condition as an automotive tire. Tire rotation changes the direction the tires roll and tends to cancel out uneven tire wear. For this reason we recommend a tire rotation and balance about once per year.
$1995
Patch 1 Tire - (PATCH)
Details:
Remove tire from wheel to patch nail/screw hole in conventional type tire. Patch goes on inside of tire. Reset tire pressure and moniter if equipped.
$2495
Patch 1 tire - (PATCHOSRF)
Details:
Remove tire from wheel to patch nail/screw hole in Run Flat or Oversized type tire. Patch goes on inside of tire. Reset tire pressure and moniter if equipped.
$1125*
Replace 1 tire - (T1)
Details:
Replace 1 conventional type tire, reset tire pressure and moniter if equipped.
Disclaimer:
Add price of tire$2250*
Replace 1 tire - (T1OSRF)
Details:
Replace 1 run Flat or Oversized tire, reset tire pressure and moniter if equipped.
Disclaimer:
Add price of tire$2250*
Replace 2 tires - (T2)
Details:
Replace 2 conventional type tires, reset tire pressure and moniter if equipped.
Disclaimer:
Add price of tires$3750*
Replace 2 tires - (T2OSRF)
Details:
Replace 2 oversized or run flat tires, reset tire pressure and moniter if equipped.
Disclaimer:
Add price of tires$4500
Replace 4 tires - (T4)
Details:
Replace 4 conventional type tires, reset tire pressure and moniter if equipped.
(Includes free tire rotations for life)
$7500*
Replace 4 tires - (4OSRF)
Details:
Replace 4 run flat or Oversized Tires, reset tire pressure and moniter if equipped.
(Includes free tire rotations for life)
Disclaimer:
Add price of tires$7995
4 Wheel or Thrust Angle alignment - (M6)
Details:
Reset all conventionally adjustable settings for front and rear to factory settings, provide before and after printout of settings. Non adjustable rear suspensions will have front wheels set to the fixed rear wheel thrust angle.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Suspension Alignment
Proper wheel alignment is very important to the way a vehicle handles, tire life, as well as “rolling resistance” for fuel economy. At the factory, alignment is set with very sophisticated equipment. In the best of worlds that setting will last for the life of the vehicle. However, in the real world, alignment can be effected by all manner of road hazards. When alignment is off the vehicle can lead to one side, make a vehicle hard to stay in your lane, and “drag” the tires down the road. This is most importantly unsafe, hurts fuel economy and effects tire life. While aligning just the front of a vehicle (2 wheel) can help vastly. It is always better to align a vehicle with all 4 wheels set together (4 wheel or thrust angle). This makes sure all 4 are properly aligned to each other. We recommend an alignment every other year, whenever you are unsure of how the vehicle is handling or whenever the tires show signs of uneven wear.
$4495
Clean and adjust rear brakes - (M3)
Details:
Remove to clean, then adjust rear drum type brakes adjust parking brake if applicable.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Drum Brake Service
Drum type brakes have been tried and proven in the industry for almost a century. They stop well and are very dependable. They do however have their drawbacks. The design of drum type brakes tends to hold in “brake dust”. Brake dust is a normal byproduct produced in very small amounts every time we use our brakes. Dust can build up and eventually lead to other problems such as leaking wheel cylinders, leaking axle seals and unwanted noises. For these reasons we recommend a drum brake service. This procedure cleans this dust as well as inspects the brake shoe wear and the condition of the wheel cylinder and axle seal. At the same time, we also will adjust the parking brake if applicable. Usually the rear brake drums will last about twice as long as the front brakes. For this reason we recommend this service at the same time as the front brakes are relined.
$1995
Brake inspection - (M16)
Details:
Remove 4 wheels to inspect brake lining and hydraulic brake system. Provide report of findings.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Brakes, How and Why
Automotive brakes rely on brake fluid applying pressure on 2 friction surfaces when we mash the brake pedal. The first surface is a soft “pad or shoe” material that is worn a little each time we stop and the second a much harder metal “rotor or drum” material that is worn less. When the softer material wears it creates dust that gets on the outside of the wheel. That is normal. It is also normal for modern brakes to make some amount of light squeal noise at times, mostly when we are mashing the pedal lightly or a slight grinding noise when the vehicle is first driven after sitting for a while. Since brakes wear each and every time we stop they do wear out. How long they will last depends on the design of the softer pad material and how much we stop. Most brake pads have a warning device that when worn thin will make a high pitched squeal noise while driving that tends to go away when we mash the brake pedal. If you hear this noise or a grinding when stopping, the brakes need to be checked for pad wear. Some other symptoms of faulty brakes are a pulsation or shaking when stopping. This is usually due to an uneven rotor or drum surface. An unusual soft feeling in the brake pedal or a red brake warning light is usually a problem with the fluid pressure system. Since it is impossible to predict brake pad or shoe life for each driver we inspect and report, brake pad wear each time we rotate the tires. We will recommend a brake job when the pad or shoe thickness has gotten below about 2 millimeters. We will also advise you of anything else we see with the hydraulic system.
DURASTOP is a brand of replacement brake pads or shoes marketed and warranted by General Motors for over 10 years now. It is what we have installed on about 95 % of the vehicles that need brakes since 1996. They come with a “SouthTowne Lifetime Guarantee” good here at SouthTowne for the pad or shoe wear and labor for them as long as you own the vehicle. Since they are designed to be longer lasting they sometimes make slightly more noise than the original equipment pads or shoes. The metal rotors and drums do wear some also so during a typical brake job we measure and resurface them if they are still safe.
$19995*
Durastop front brake job - (M13)
Details:
Replace front brake pads with Durastop brake Pads, resurface font rotors.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Brakes, How and Why
Automotive brakes rely on brake fluid applying pressure on 2 friction surfaces when we mash the brake pedal. The first surface is a soft “pad or shoe” material that is worn a little each time we stop and the second a much harder metal “rotor or drum” material that is worn less. When the softer material wears it creates dust that gets on the outside of the wheel. That is normal. It is also normal for modern brakes to make some amount of light squeal noise at times, mostly when we are mashing the pedal lightly or a slight grinding noise when the vehicle is first driven after sitting for a while. Since brakes wear each and every time we stop they do wear out. How long they will last depends on the design of the softer pad material and how much we stop. Most brake pads have a warning device that when worn thin will make a high pitched squeal noise while driving that tends to go away when we mash the brake pedal. If you hear this noise or a grinding when stopping, the brakes need to be checked for pad wear. Some other symptoms of faulty brakes are a pulsation or shaking when stopping. This is usually due to an uneven rotor or drum surface. An unusual soft feeling in the brake pedal or a red brake warning light is usually a problem with the fluid pressure system. Since it is impossible to predict brake pad or shoe life for each driver we inspect and report, brake pad wear each time we rotate the tires. We will recommend a brake job when the pad or shoe thickness has gotten below about 2 millimeters. We will also advise you of anything else we see with the hydraulic system.
DURASTOP is a brand of replacement brake pads or shoes marketed and warranted by General Motors for over 10 years now. It is what we have installed on about 95 % of the vehicles that need brakes since 1996. They come with a “SouthTowne Lifetime Guarantee” good here at SouthTowne for the pad or shoe wear and labor for them as long as you own the vehicle. Since they are designed to be longer lasting they sometimes make slightly more noise than the original equipment pads or shoes. The metal rotors and drums do wear some also so during a typical brake job we measure and resurface them if they are still safe.
Disclaimer:
Includes Southtowne Lifetime Guarentee (See Service Advisor for Details$19995*
Durastop Rear brake Job - (M14)
Details:
Replace rear brake pads or shoes with Durastop brake pads or shoes, resurface rear rotors or drums.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Brakes, How and Why
Automotive brakes rely on brake fluid applying pressure on 2 friction surfaces when we mash the brake pedal. The first surface is a soft “pad or shoe” material that is worn a little each time we stop and the second a much harder metal “rotor or drum” material that is worn less. When the softer material wears it creates dust that gets on the outside of the wheel. That is normal. It is also normal for modern brakes to make some amount of light squeal noise at times, mostly when we are mashing the pedal lightly or a slight grinding noise when the vehicle is first driven after sitting for a while. Since brakes wear each and every time we stop they do wear out. How long they will last depends on the design of the softer pad material and how much we stop. Most brake pads have a warning device that when worn thin will make a high pitched squeal noise while driving that tends to go away when we mash the brake pedal. If you hear this noise or a grinding when stopping, the brakes need to be checked for pad wear. Some other symptoms of faulty brakes are a pulsation or shaking when stopping. This is usually due to an uneven rotor or drum surface. An unusual soft feeling in the brake pedal or a red brake warning light is usually a problem with the fluid pressure system. Since it is impossible to predict brake pad or shoe life for each driver we inspect and report, brake pad wear each time we rotate the tires. We will recommend a brake job when the pad or shoe thickness has gotten below about 2 millimeters. We will also advise you of anything else we see with the hydraulic system.
DURASTOP is a brand of replacement brake pads or shoes marketed and warranted by General Motors for over 10 years now. It is what we have installed on about 95 % of the vehicles that need brakes since 1996. They come with a “SouthTowne Lifetime Guarantee” good here at SouthTowne for the pad or shoe wear and labor for them as long as you own the vehicle. Since they are designed to be longer lasting they sometimes make slightly more noise than the original equipment pads or shoes. The metal rotors and drums do wear some also so during a typical brake job we measure and resurface them if they are still safe.
Disclaimer:
Includes Southtowne Lifetime Guarentee (See Service Advisor for Details)$11495
Brake or Clutch Hydraulic Flush - (M30)
Details:
Flush hydraulic system for either brakes or clutch with special BG flush solvent, replace fluid.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Brake or Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Service
Automotive braking systems rely on hydraulic fluid pressure to transfer the pressure that is applied at the brake pedal to the friction surfaces at the wheels. The fluid that is used is called “BRAKE FLUID”. This fluid must withstand a combination of extreme heat and pressure. The fluid that works best for both requirements has some drawbacks. The make up of the fluid attracts moisture. Since the system has to be vented to the outside air, after some time moisture will contaminate the fluid. The worst thing about moisture-contaminated fluid is that when it gets very hot from use it will boil. This can create a loss of brakes when you need them most. The other bad thing is that the moisture attacks the inside of the hydraulic system. This can lead to very expensive repairs especially if a vehicle is equipped with antilock brakes. Most modern manual transmissions have a very similar hydraulic system to work the clutch. The fluid for the clutch is very similar to brake fluid. It also attracting moisture and has the same drawbacks from contamination. For these reasons we recommend a brake fluid flush. And if equipped with a hydraulic clutch the same flush for the clutch system. We recommend this service be done about every 2 to 3 years.
$13995
Power Steering Flush - (M28)
Details:
Flush power steering hydraulic system and replace fluid using special BG flush solvent and fluid.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANY;
Hydraulic Power Steering Systems
Most modern vehicles have a system called POWER STEERING. It helps us to turn the steering while the Vehicle is stopped and at slow speeds. This is when the steering is hardest to turn. It also works to smooth out the feel of the steering at faster speeds. The system used a fluid pump and series of valves, cylinders and lines for this purpose. The pressures in the power steering can get as high as 1700 pounds per square inch. The pressure is highest when we are turning while stopped or at slow speeds. This pressure creates heat. Pressure and heat wears out the hydraulic fluid. Also the metal parts of the system wear, contaminating the fluid with metal particles. When the fluid gets worn and contaminated it does not lubricate the system very well. This can lead to excessive wear and very expensive repairs. We recommend a power steering service to flush out the worn out fluid and metal contaminants. The more around town and parking lot driving that is done, the sooner this service should be done. We recommend it be done between 60,000 and 100,000 miles or anytime the system is being repaired for any other reason.
$12995
Manual Transmission or Transaxle Service - (M17M)
Details:
Service manual transmission or transaxle by replacing old fluid with special BG fluid.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Transmission Care
The transmission on our modern vehicles still do the same jobs they have for a long time. Those jobs are. To regulate engine power transferred to the driving wheels to give the best possible power and fuel economy. To connect and disconnect the engine power to the driving wheels. And to change direction of power for reverse. Both automatic and manual transmissions must do these tasks as smoothly and quietly as possible. They must operate in extreme temperatures. They must also be expected to do this trouble free for a long time. An automatic transmission does this very little input from the driver while a manual transmission is completely controlled by the driver. A manual transmission uses on a fluid to lubricate and cool it’s internal parts. An automatic transmission uses fluid for the same purpose but it also uses the same fluid as a coupling to the engine and for hydraulic pressures to change the different gears. Most manual transmissions use a synthetic fluid that rarely wears out. However working parts do wear. As parts wear away they turn into very small particles. These particles mix with the fluid and after lots of wear can become a soup of worn particles. The more particles in the soup the faster parts wear. Automatic transmission fluid is not synthetic based and does wear out. It also can become a soup. Since automatic transmission fluid acts as a fluid coupling and for hydraulic pressure to work the gears, as it becomes worn it effects the way a transmission operates. This process is slow enough for a driver to not know it. If the fluid gets worn too badly or becomes soup it can damage the working parts of a transmission and be very expensive to repair. For these reasons we recommend transmissions be serviced regularly. Manual transmissions should be serviced about every 60,000 miles to 90,000 miles depending on the loads they pull and the conditions they operate in. More often under heavy loads or in dusty or off road conditions. If they are operated in moderate conditions the service intervals can go up. Automatic transmissions service intervals are more important. They should be serviced about every 30,000 miles to 60,000 miles depending on the loads they pull and the conditions they operate in. More often under heavy loads or in dusty or off road conditions or a lot of around town driving. If they are operated in moderate conditions the service intervals can go up. Our manual transmission service will exchange 100% of the fluid. Our automatic transmission service will exchange about 40 to 60% of the fluid in the transmission and replace or clean the filter. Our automatic transmission flush will exchange 100% of the fluid and flush a cleaner through the transmission, cleaning the internal working parts. We recommend the flush be done about every other time.
$12995
Transfer Case Service - (M23)
Details:
Service transfer case by replacing old fluid with special BG fluid.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
4 Wheel Drive Transfer Case Care
All 4 wheel drive and all wheel drive vehicle have a transfer case. This unit distributes power from the transmission to the rear and front wheels. On 4 wheel drive models the driver has a choice of whether the power goes to just the rear wheels or to all 4. Power on all 4 wheels should be restricted to off road use with these models. Some models have an automatic 4 wheel drive mode. When operating in this mode power only goes to the front wheels when a computer system senses a wheel is spinning. Most 4 wheel and automatic 4 wheel drive models also have 2 speed ranges with the lower range for off road use. On all wheel drive models power is distributed to all 4 wheels all the time. Automatic and all wheel drive transfer cases both have a fluid coupling devise that allows some slippage of power when cornering on pavement. All transfer cases use a fluid to lubricate, cool and work the fluid coupling on some models. Most modern GM vehicles come equipped with a synthetic fluid that rarely wears out. However working parts do wear. When parts wear the very small particles of worn metal mix in the fluid and after lots of wear can become a metal soup. The more metal in the soup the faster parts wear. We recommend the fluid be changed periodically to prevent this wear from becoming a problem. The heavier a vehicles loads the more often it needs to be changed. It should be changed somewhere between 60,000 and 100,000 miles.
$13795
Front or Rear Differential Service - (M10)
Details:
Service front or rear differential by replacing old fluid with special BG fluid.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Differential Service
The differentials in our Rear Wheel Drive, 4 Wheel Drive or All Wheel Drive vehicles are probably the most neglected component on a vehicle. It works in the dirtiest environment on a vehicle and hardy ever complains. It is designed to change the flow of power from one direction to another. It runs in a fluid that has to lubricate all the working parts, do it in extreme temperature variables and do it while operating in the muck and mud. Modern GM differentials come lubricated with a synthetic fluid that rarely wears out. However, working gears and bearings do wear out. The metal that wears mixes with the lubricant and after lots of wear can become a metal soup. The more metal in the soup the faster parts can wear. We recommend the fluid to be changed periodically to prevent this wear from becoming a problem. The heavier a vehicle’s load the more often it needs to be changed. It should be changed somewhere between 60,000 and 100,000 miles.
$14495
Automatic Transmission or Transaxle Service - M17A
Details:
Service automatic transmission or transaxle by replacing old fluid with new GM Dexron XI fluid, replacing or cleaning filter and pan gasket as applicable.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Transmission Care
The transmission on our modern vehicles still do the same jobs they have for a long time. Those jobs are. To regulate engine power transferred to the driving wheels to give the best possible power and fuel economy. To connect and disconnect the engine power to the driving wheels. And to change direction of power for reverse. Both automatic and manual transmissions must do these tasks as smoothly and quietly as possible. They must operate in extreme temperatures. They must also be expected to do this trouble free for a long time. An automatic transmission does this very little input from the driver while a manual transmission is completely controlled by the driver. A manual transmission uses on a fluid to lubricate and cool it’s internal parts. An automatic transmission uses fluid for the same purpose but it also uses the same fluid as a coupling to the engine and for hydraulic pressures to change the different gears. Most manual transmissions use a synthetic fluid that rarely wears out. However working parts do wear. As parts wear away they turn into very small particles. These particles mix with the fluid and after lots of wear can become a soup of worn particles. The more particles in the soup the faster parts wear. Automatic transmission fluid is not synthetic based and does wear out. It also can become a soup. Since automatic transmission fluid acts as a fluid coupling and for hydraulic pressure to work the gears, as it becomes worn it effects the way a transmission operates. This process is slow enough for a driver to not know it. If the fluid gets worn too badly or becomes soup it can damage the working parts of a transmission and be very expensive to repair. For these reasons we recommend transmissions be serviced regularly. Manual transmissions should be serviced about every 60,000 miles to 90,000 miles depending on the loads they pull and the conditions they operate in. More often under heavy loads or in dusty or off road conditions. If they are operated in moderate conditions the service intervals can go up. Automatic transmissions service intervals are more important. They should be serviced about every 30,000 miles to 60,000 miles depending on the loads they pull and the conditions they operate in. More often under heavy loads or in dusty or off road conditions or a lot of around town driving. If they are operated in moderate conditions the service intervals can go up. Our manual transmission service will exchange 100% of the fluid. Our automatic transmission service will exchange about 40 to 60% of the fluid in the transmission and replace or clean the filter. Our automatic transmission flush will exchange 100% of the fluid and flush a cleaner through the transmission, cleaning the internal working parts. We recommend the flush be done about every other time.
$19995
Automatic Transmission or Transaxle Flush - (M18)
Details:
Flush transmission or transaxle out with special BG flush solvent, replace all old fluid with new GM Dexron XI fluid.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Transmission Care
The transmission on our modern vehicles still do the same jobs they have for a long time. Those jobs are. To regulate engine power transferred to the driving wheels to give the best possible power and fuel economy. To connect and disconnect the engine power to the driving wheels. And to change direction of power for reverse. Both automatic and manual transmissions must do these tasks as smoothly and quietly as possible. They must operate in extreme temperatures. They must also be expected to do this trouble free for a long time. An automatic transmission does this very little input from the driver while a manual transmission is completely controlled by the driver. A manual transmission uses on a fluid to lubricate and cool it’s internal parts. An automatic transmission uses fluid for the same purpose but it also uses the same fluid as a coupling to the engine and for hydraulic pressures to change the different gears. Most manual transmissions use a synthetic fluid that rarely wears out. However working parts do wear. As parts wear away they turn into very small particles. These particles mix with the fluid and after lots of wear can become a soup of worn particles. The more particles in the soup the faster parts wear. Automatic transmission fluid is not synthetic based and does wear out. It also can become a soup. Since automatic transmission fluid acts as a fluid coupling and for hydraulic pressure to work the gears, as it becomes worn it effects the way a transmission operates. This process is slow enough for a driver to not know it. If the fluid gets worn too badly or becomes soup it can damage the working parts of a transmission and be very expensive to repair. For these reasons we recommend transmissions be serviced regularly. Manual transmissions should be serviced about every 60,000 miles to 90,000 miles depending on the loads they pull and the conditions they operate in. More often under heavy loads or in dusty or off road conditions. If they are operated in moderate conditions the service intervals can go up. Automatic transmissions service intervals are more important. They should be serviced about every 30,000 miles to 60,000 miles depending on the loads they pull and the conditions they operate in. More often under heavy loads or in dusty or off road conditions or a lot of around town driving. If they are operated in moderate conditions the service intervals can go up. Our manual transmission service will exchange 100% of the fluid. Our automatic transmission service will exchange about 40 to 60% of the fluid in the transmission and replace or clean the filter. Our automatic transmission flush will exchange 100% of the fluid and flush a cleaner through the transmission, cleaning the internal working parts. We recommend the flush be done about every other time.
$9995
Dexcool Cooling System Service - (M11)
Details:
Drain and fill cooling system with up to 2 gallons of new coolant, Pressure test cooling system and blow debris out of radiator fins.
WHY IT'S INPORTANT;
Cooling Systems
Gasoline and diesel engines create heat as a by-product of combustion. Modern engines are designed with a cooling system to regulate this heat. They perform best when operated between 180 and 210 degrees Fahrenheit. If an engine runs colder than this, fuel economy and emissions suffer greatly. Engine life suffers to some extent. If they run hotter, engine life can start to suffer greatly. Cooling systems use a fluid that transfers heat from the engine to be dissipated into the air through a radiator. The fluid in GM cooling systems is an Ethylene glycol based fluid called Dex-cool. It stands up very well to the constant heating up and cooling down that it goes through on a daily basis. However it can wear out from use. The harder a cooling system has to work, the shorter the lifespan. Running a vehicle with worn out coolant can cause expensive damage. The coolant wears out slowly. Usually a driver does not realize it has happened. For this reason we recommend coolant fluid to be replaced between 90,000 and 100,000 miles. Dex-cool holds up very well for this length of time unless it is exposed to air. This can happen if a cooling system operates low on coolant. This can corrode and erode the inside of a cooling system very fast. Corrosion deposits will restrict the system causing it to be less efficient. Erosion can make holes in the system causing leaks. If this happens just changing the coolant may not be enough. In these cases we recommend the system be flushed. This will usually get most of the corrosion contamination out of the system. If a system has been badly contaminated, just one flush may not clean out all deposits. Keep in mind, if deposits are bad enough, they can stop up a hole. The flush uncovers it and then it will start to leak.
$14495
Dexcool Cooling System Flush - (M11F)
Details:
Flush cooling system with special BG flush solvent, refill system with new coolant and blow debris out of radiator fins.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Cooling Systems
Gasoline and diesel engines create heat as a by-product of combustion. Modern engines are designed with a cooling system to regulate this heat. They perform best when operated between 180 and 210 degrees Fahrenheit. If an engine runs colder than this, fuel economy and emissions suffer greatly. Engine life suffers to some extent. If they run hotter, engine life can start to suffer greatly. Cooling systems use a fluid that transfers heat from the engine to be dissipated into the air through a radiator. The fluid in GM cooling systems is an Ethylene glycol based fluid called Dex-cool. It stands up very well to the constant heating up and cooling down that it goes through on a daily basis. However it can wear out from use. The harder a cooling system has to work, the shorter the lifespan. Running a vehicle with worn out coolant can cause expensive damage. The coolant wears out slowly. Usually a driver does not realize it has happened. For this reason we recommend coolant fluid to be replaced between 90,000 and 100,000 miles. Dex-cool holds up very well for this length of time unless it is exposed to air. This can happen if a cooling system operates low on coolant. This can corrode and erode the inside of a cooling system very fast. Corrosion deposits will restrict the system causing it to be less efficient. Erosion can make holes in the system causing leaks. If this happens just changing the coolant may not be enough. In these cases we recommend the system be flushed. This will usually get most of the corrosion contamination out of the system. If a system has been badly contaminated, just one flush may not clean out all deposits. Keep in mind, if deposits are bad enough, they can stop up a hole. The flush uncovers it and then it will start to leak.
$14495
Exaust Gas Recurculation System Flush - (M27)
Details:
Flush E.G.R. system with special BG flush solvent.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Exaust Gas Recurculation Systems
Nitrous Oxides are a byproduct of an internal combustion engine. It is considered one of the worst pollutants they produce. Modern vehicles are designed to reduce all pollutants in various ways. The EGR system reduces nitrous oxides by reducing the burn temperature of the combustion process. EGR stands for Exhaust Gas Recalculation. The system does just that. It takes a controlled amount of exhaust gasses and passes it through the combustion process again. This process leaves some amount of residue behind in it’s passages. After some time this residue can clog up the passages. When this happens, pollution is increased. Most modern vehicles will not pass a state emissions test with a restricted EGR system. If it gets too bad clogged up, the computer will turn on a warning light. Most modern vehicles are designed so this rarely happens. The more around town and slow speed driving that is done the more likely the system will clog up. Some vehicles may need the EGR system cleaned after 60,000 to 100,000 miles. Some vehicles may never need it. We offer this service on a as needed basis.
$8995
Gasoline Fuel Injector flush - (M7G)
Details:
Flush gasoline fuel injectors with special pressurized BG flush solvent.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Fuel Injector Systems How and Why
Both gasoline and Diesel fuel injectors play a very important role in a vehicles performance. They must spray a very precise amount of fuel in a very precise spray pattern at a very precise time. They must perform this task every time each cylinder fires. This relates to about 90,000 times every mile. They must perform their task in some very harsh environments. The inside of a cylinder can get to about 1700 degrees. Gasoline and diesel fuels tend to leave a deposit behind wherever they have been. Deposits left in the very small passages inside an injector can build up. This affects the volume of fuel passed as well as the ability to "SHUT OFF" between times it injects. Gasoline and diesel fuel vapors that are left over after an engine has stopped running will evaporate and leave behind another deposit. It builds up inside the air intake system and on the outside of an injector tip. This affects the injector spray pattern. GM gasoline and diesel fuel injectors stand up to the task quite well. However after time their performance can deteriorate slowly enough for a driver to not even know it. The higher quality of the fuel that is run in a vehicle the longer it can perform well without injector maintenance. Flushing the injectors can clean out deposits and restore the injectors to perform as they were designed. However if an injector is run too long with deposit build up, even a flush job may not always help. For these reasons we recommend gasoline and diesel injectors be flushed after the vehicle has been operated between 60,000 and 100,000 miles or any time we suspect build up may be affecting their performance.
$11995
Air / Fuel Induction Service - (M12)
Details:
Flush and clean air induction system, throttle plates and intake system with special pressurized BG flush solvent.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Air Induction Plenum Throttle Body Service
After an engine has been driven it gets very hot. When it is stopped it has gasoline vapors and engine oil vapors that evaporate while the engine is cooling. As it evaporates it leaves behind deposits that build up in the form of a sticky sludge inside the intake system and air throttling plates. After lots of the sludge has built up inside the air intake system, the ability to accurately monitor and adjust fuel is diminished. After the air throttling plates get this sludge built up they tend to hang and not work freely. This sludge builds up so slowly the driver usually does not even notice the slight hesitation, slower starting and slow decline in fuel economy. For these reasons we recommend a service about every 30,000 miles to clean the system. We inject a chemical directly onto the throttle plates and into the intake system while the engine is running. This cleans the intake system all the way to the tops of the pistons. There is also a chemical that gets added into the gas tank. After this service it is always best to fill the fuel tank to get the best results of the tank additive.
$16495
Engine crankcase flush - (M24)
Details:
Flush engine crankcase with special BG flush solvent, replace engine oil and filter.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Engine Oil and It's Job
All modern internal combustion engines use some type of oil. Oil does several jobs. The most important one is to lubricate moving parts to reduce friction. Reducing friction is very important in promoting fuel economy and engine life. Oil also cleans the inside of the engine, helps cool the engine, helps to seal the combustion chamber and keeps worn metal and other particles suspended to keep deposits (sludge) from forming. Long ago engine oil was made of just refined mineral oil. Now it consists of several blends of additives. Additives help the oil do its job and make it last longer. Synthetic oils usually contain some mineral oil but have a more aggressive additive package. Some vehicles require the use of synthetic oil for the better lubrication it can provide. Diesel engines require a different type of oil due to their different design of combustion. All oils wear every time an engine is ran. Worn metals, acidic byproducts from internal combustion and water condensation mix with the oil. All modern vehicles have an oil filter to help filter out the larger particles. As oil wears it looses its ability to do it?s job. Worn oil slowly leads to reduced engine performance, fuel economy, forming of sludge and faster engine wear. This means that oil should be changed on a regular basis. The more around town and stopping and starting done, the quicker oil needs to be changed. GM has a system on most 2004 and later vehicles that senses driving conditions and warns when oil should be changed. We recommend the oil and oil filter be changed between 3000 and 5000 miles whether the light has come on or not. This system will warn some drivers to change their oil quicker due to driving habits. If an engine oil system does get contaminated either from lack of proper oil change or mechanical failure, we have a flush service that does a very good job of getting it out. This service flushes a strong oil and detergent product through all the oil passages and then replaces it with clean engine oil. The success of this flush depends on how bad the contamination is and how much excessive wear it has caused.
$12995
Air Conditioning Evaporator Case Service - (M26)
Details:
Flush air conditioning evaporator case with special BG disenfectant solvent.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Heater, Ventelation, Air Conditioning Systems
The heater, ventilation and air conditioning system in all modern vehicles consists of a series of ducts and passages that air flows through. Air flows through a grid (heater core) for the heater and another one for the air conditioner (evaporator core). The air conditioning grid also separates moisture from the air that passes through it. There is a drain to let this moisture out. Air is directed through the proper path by a series of doors. Some vehicles have a filter that is designed to filter out some of the dust and Pollutants. This works much the same as the air filter in our home. All of this is designed to make us comfortable while driving. Mold and mildew love a dark, wet, warm place to grow. All the passages inside this system are prime living quarters for it. The air conditioning grid gets wet when it is working and warm when the vehicle is stopped. This makes the air conditioning grid especially susceptible to the growth of mold. A musty smell inside the vehicle just as soon as it is started can mean mold has formed. If a musty smell is present before a vehicle has started it usually means there is another source for mold such as a wet carpet due to some type of water leak or a plugged air conditioning drain. Since the air we breath is very important to our health and well being we recommend the cabin air filter be replaced about every 15,000 to 30,000 miles if the vehicle is equipped. We also recommend a service to clean the mold and mildew be performed about every 2 to 3 years. This service will fill the ductwork around the air conditioning grid with a mold killing foam and then flush it out. This also cleans out the drain. If water has soaked the carpet or carpet padding this type service will make little to no difference in the smell. In this case the source of the water must be corrected and the wet carpet or padding be cleaned and dried or replaced.
$12995
Replace Spark Plugs *non platinum* - (M19)
Details:
Replace up to 8 non platinum type spark plugs, inspect ignition wires.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Spark Plug Operation and Care
All gasoline internal combustion engines operate by burning a mixture of compressed gasoline and air. They all use a spark plug to start the burning process. The spark plugs work by a split second charge of high voltage electricity passing across a gap at the electrode. The voltage can be as much as 40,000 volts. They must perform this task every time each cylinder fires. This relates to about 90,000 times every mile. They must perform their task in some very harsh environments. The inside of a cylinder can get to about 1700 degrees. The electrode slowly erodes away each time it fires. As it erodes the electricity cannot pass across the electrode gap as Effectively. This causes the combustion to be less efficient. This happens so slowly you usually do not even notice the slight hesitation or loss of fuel economy. Older vehicles came equipped with a conventional metal for the electrode (tip) The erosion process is a good bit faster on that type spark plug. All modern GM vehicles use a double platinum tip spark plug that holds up to the erosion about 3 times longer than a conventional one. For this reason we recommend the spark plugs be replaced regularly. A conventional spark plug needs to be replaced about every 30,000 miles and a platinum tip one about every 90,000 miles.
$16995
Replace Spark Plugs *platinum* - (M19P)
Details:
Replace up to 8 platinum type spark plugs, inspect ignition wires.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Spark Plug Operation and Care
All gasoline internal combustion engines operate by burning a mixture of compressed gasoline and air. They all use a spark plug to start the burning process. The spark plugs work by a split second charge of high voltage electricity passing across a gap at the electrode. The voltage can be as much as 40,000 volts. They must perform this task every time each cylinder fires. This relates to about 90,000 times every mile. They must perform their task in some very harsh environments. The inside of a cylinder can get to about 1700 degrees. The electrode slowly erodes away each time it fires. As it erodes the electricity cannot pass across the electrode gap as Effectively. This causes the combustion to be less efficient. This happens so slowly you usually do not even notice the slight hesitation or loss of fuel economy. Older vehicles came equipped with a conventional metal for the electrode (tip) The erosion process is a good bit faster on that type spark plug. All modern GM vehicles use a double platinum tip spark plug that holds up to the erosion about 3 times longer than a conventional one. For this reason we recommend the spark plugs be replaced regularly. A conventional spark plug needs to be replaced about every 30,000 miles and a platinum tip one about every 90,000 miles.
$24495
Replace Aveo Timing Belt - (M8)
Details:
Replace Aveo engine timing, camshaft drive belt.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT;
Timing Belts, How and Why
There is 1 major component rotating in an internal combustion engine. It is the crankshaft. It transfers power from the cylinders and rods to the transmission to power the vehicle. It also drives the camshafts, which move the valves to bring in air and take exhaust gasses from the cylinders. The crankshaft and camshaft are connected by a Timing Chain on most vehicles but on some vehicles a Timing Belt does it. The name Timing refers to one of its major functions. It keeps precise timing of the camshaft and crankshaft. If this timing is off engine performance suffers. If the timing gets off by too far it can cause major engine damage from the valves hitting the pistons. A timing chain is designed to last virtually for the life of the engine. A timing belt requires periodic replacement. Currently the only GM vehicle that has a belt and therefore requires replacement is the Chevy Aveo. We recommend this particular vehicle have its timing belt replaced every 60,000 miles.
$11995
Replace Battery *18 Month* - (BATT)
Details:
Test and replace battery with 18 month free replacement warranty battery. (limited models)
$18995*
Replace Battery *Lifetime* - (BATTLSG)
Details:
Test and replace battery.
Disclaimer:
(includes Southtowne Lifetime guarentee) See Service Advisor for Details.$4895
Replace Wiper Blades - (WIP)
Details:
Replace both windshield wiper blades with GM blade assemblies.
$2500
Georgie Clean Air Emissions Inspection - (EI)
Details:
Perform Georgia emmissions inspection on 1996 and newer vehicles.