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Sometimes when it comes to auto maintenance, it is the little things that can make a big difference. That is especially true when it comes to your belts and hoses. If you have ever had one of these fail on you, then you know how fast that can put you on the side of the road.

Maintenance on them is very simple as it is basically just a visual inspection. Get your hood open under some good light and go through each one looking for cracks and obvious wear. Give a little squeeze or press on them. It is normal…

Vehicles with all-wheel drive have become a very popular option in the last few years. Likewise, 4-wheel drive remains a go-to standard for many people looking to purchase a pickup or SUV. If you own any of these types of vehicle and have noticed that it has trouble changing into and out of 4-wheel drive, then you may need to have the transfer case checked.

The transfer case is a gearbox that is tasked with distributing power. In 4WD vehicles, it does this by transferring power between the front and rear axle. In AWD vehicles, it does this by transferring…

There's a number of problems that can occur with your transmission. While you generally don't have to worry about your transmission for at least 30,000 miles, you should make sure that the transmission fluid is full each time you get an oil change. Your transmission is vital to your car, and it's an expensive repair if it needs to be replaced.

At Lithia Ford Lincoln of Fresno, we can walk you through the process of inspecting your transmission. We will recommend a total fluid flush as per your owner's manual. If your transmission is having…