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You're driving when suddenly your tire goes flat. It's a common situation that most drivers in Seaside have encountered. Porsche Monterey wants to share a few simple tips that all drivers should remember when replacing a flat tire.

If a flat occurs while you are driving, getting your car safely out of traffic is the top priority. You should reduce your speed and look for a safe exit off the roadway. You can drive for a very short distance on the cars rim without causing damage. Try to find a spot that is level and firm before you…

The term "gasket" gets thrown around frequently when talking about vehicles, but you're not quite sure what it means. A "gasket" is essentially a catch-all term for hundreds of components that make up the inner workings of your vehicle. A gasket is a piece that forms an airtight seal between two surfaces, keeping gas or liquids from escaping.

Gaskets can be found everywhere: in the doors, in the engine, in the oil pan, and every place your car has small working parts. Gaskets are designed to withstand harsh conditions, including extreme temperatures and intense pressure. 

Hydroplaning is more than just a scary situation to find yourself in while driving. It can also lead to you being seriously injured or even killed. Use these tips to help you prevent hydroplaning the next time you drive in wet conditions.

First, you should make sure that your tires are properly inflated. Flat tires or tires that are not aired up enough can be difficult to control. They also skid on excess water and are not able to be stopped quickly. You also need to slow down and go under the speed limit. Driving too fast in wet conditions…

Belts and hoses are critical auto parts, but they're often overlooked. Questions about them are common in our Porsche Monterey service department. Depending on your vehicle, driving habits and mileage, belts and hoses should be replaced every 36,000 to 50,000 miles or sooner. Here's a brief explanation of each part.

Main Types of Belts

There are two main types of belts that keep your vehicle running smoothly: timing and serpentine. Timing belts act on your engine, ensuring that the camshaft and crankshaft remain in synchronicity and moving smoothly in relation to each other

Vehicles run on power, and there are several ways that all vehicles get their ability to run. The main source of power to get the car running on the road is fuel, whether it runs on standard gas or diesel. Gasoline is the primary way cars and trucks are powered to drive.

Vehicle Battery Life

?When it comes to operating all of the components of a vehicle, the battery is the key. The battery helps to run all of the electrical and electronic components of the vehicle, and without a good battery, it cannot properly start or stay running.

 

While many automobile drivers mistakenly believe that washing your vehicle is solely for aesthetic purposes, this could not be further from the truth.

A car that is washed regularly will enjoy a longer life span. Dirt that is left to linger on a vehicle can lead to scratches and other types of surface damage. This accumulation can also contribute to rust buildup. Keeping your windshield and windows clean will help you to see more clearly and drive more safely. Lastly, clean vehicles are also more fuel-efficient, helping you to save money at the pump. 

Your car has many fluids and gases that circulate through the various systems. For instance, there is gasoline, oil, antifreeze and power steering fluid, to name a few. Gaskets are rubber or other special material that forms a seal between two components and keeps the fluid from leaking out.

Gaskets and seals are made to be resistant to the fluid that they are supposed to contain, but they will all eventually break down over time. When this happens, they develop cracks, imperfections or become brittle. They no longer form a tight seal. 

Have you ever wondered about needing to change your oil if you don't drive your car very much? The answer is yes you still need an oil change. There are time intervals as well as mileage intervals that you should follow in order to keep your car running in top-level form. Oil change specifications are unique to every vehicle, and it's important for you to know when the right time is to change the oil on your car. Using the right type of oil is equally important! Purchasing cheap oil isn't always the best idea. 

 

When you drive around Seaside, things could happen at any time. While we can only do so much to prevent these incidents, we can be prepared for emergencies. At Porsche Monterey, we encourage our customers to carry roadside emergency kits with them. This allows them to be proactive about situations when they arise.

What should you pack in your kit? Some kits come pre-assembled, so you don't have to worry about anything. If you're putting it together yourself, consider purchasing jumper cables, a flashlight, a first aid kit, reflectors, and roadside flares. 

We feel that it is important for our customers to know how to customize their vehicle. One way to customize your car or truck is to take off the badge placed on it by Porsche Monterey or the automaker itself. In most cases, the badges will be placed on the vehicle with adhesive.

To remove the adhesive, simply use hot water to loosen it up. Once the adhesive has been loosened, the badge can be removed using a credit card or another small object. After the badge is taken off of the vehicle, use a clean cloth to remove any…