How to Correctly Install Your Car Seat
The leading cause of death and injury for young children is motor vehicle accidents. A properly installed car seat can lower the risk of injury by 80% and reduce the risk of death by 28%, when compared to a seatbelt alone.
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What is a Backfire?
Most people who own vehicles are familiar enough with the term "backfire" that they know it shouldn't happen, but don't know much beyond that. Here's what we mean by a "backfire", and what you can do about it.
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Do You Need to Replace Your Water Pump?
If the water pump fails, your engine will not receive adequate circulation of vital coolant, and may overheat. If your engine gets hot enough, there could be disastrous consequences. That is why getting a faulty water pump replaced is an important service.
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Is It Worth Getting a Tow?
After an accident, once everyone is safely accounted for and information is exchanged there is always an awkward decision: should I drive my car home, or have it towed? Click here to learn when to drive and when to tow.
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Removing a Broken Key from Your Ignition
Breaking your key off in the ignition is easily one of the most frustrating things that can happen to a driver, leaving you feeling helpless and stuck. Here are some tips to get it sorted quickly and easily.
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Is My Windshield Beyond Repair?
Knowing whether your windshield can be repaired, or if you need a full replacement can be tricky. Repairing your windshield can save you money, but at a certain point, a replacement is necessary. Learn some simple rules of thumb to help you decide what needs to be done.
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Your Guide to Tire Selection
The first step to getting the perfect set of tires for your vehicle is understanding the different types. Check out this article in which we break down what you need to know about the most popular tires on the market.
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A Complete Guide to Windshield Wipers
Fall and winter bring with it rain, slush, frost, and snow that will settle on our windshields and wreak havoc on our visibility. Make sure your wipers are ready.
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How to Love Your Car
Whether you are a novice driver with your first vehicle, or a motoring veteran with 30 years of experience, it is important to stay up to date on proper vehicle maintenance. Here are 5 habits that will help you get the most out of your car.
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How to Avoid Windshield Mould
The climate of B.C. is a heaven for a variety of molds. Microscopic spores are all around us, both outside and inside our homes and cars. Here are some tips on how to prevent it from forming in the first place.
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Why We’re Thankful
After 40 years in the industry, we have a lot to be thankful for at Parkside Motors. We'd like to use this post to express gratitude to those that make our lives special.
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Car Alarms Part 3: Why Your Key Triggers Your Alarm
Every now and then, someone gets in touch with us because their key seems to be triggering their car's alarm system. Your key is supposed to disable the alarm, so what exactly is going on here?
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Car Alarms Part 2: Disengaging an Alarm
This week is a follow-up to last week's article about why you might be getting false alarms. Here's how to disengage an annoying alarm that is going off at inconvenient times.
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Car Alarms Part 1: False Alarms
Not much is more frustrating than a randomly triggered car alarm. Here are four reasons why your alarm may be going off for no apparent reason.
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Reasons for a Coolant Leak
The cooling system in your car is vital to the proper functioning of the car’s engine and a malfunctioning or damaged coolant system may toy with your car's efficiency and effectiveness. Read on to learn more about coolant leaks.
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The Best DIY Maintenance Tasks
If you want to get your hards dirty and learn a bit about your vehicle, here is a list of really simple maintenance procedures you can do on your own.
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