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Almost everyone has heard of belts and hoses in an automotive context, but many people don’t know exactly what these terms refer to. The team here at Detroit Lakes Ford wants every driver to know how to properly care for their vehicle, and we offer attentive, professional belt and hose maintenance services at our location here in Detroit Lakes, MN to ensure that vehicles of all ages remain in good working order.

The ignition switch connects your car's fuel system and ignition system. When the ignition is jammed or not connected properly, you may experience car stalling or never even get you started in the first place. Other issues that you may include a broken or worn out key that isn't able to turn the ignition.

Many issues with the ignition switch can be resolved by the dealership and are protected under warranty if you have a new car. Many models had issues with manufacturer defects and ignition switches, so you could need a simple replacement. Talking to a mechanic…

Even if you regularly check your vehicle’s motor oil, you might not know about the other types of fluid your vehicle relies on to function properly. Here is a breakdown of what types of fluid your vehicle must have, when to check them, and when to replace them. They’re more important than you might think.

Transmission fluid coats the interior of your transmission and its gearbox. It changes the gears in your vehicle. You can think of a transmission as a ten-speed bicycle’s gear changer, helping you maintain high speeds without pedaling fast.