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Check and/or change your Air Filter every 6 months to improve fuel economy and keep your engine running smoothly.
It’s hard to give a specific time or mileage figure because the life of the filter depends on how much crud it ingests. A filter that lasts 20,000 or even 30,000 miles on a vehicle that’s driven mostly on expressways may last only a month or two in a rural setting where the vehicle is driven frequently on gravel roads. Changing it annually or every 15,000 miles for preventative maintenance may be a good recommendation for the city driver, but not its country cousin.
Regardless of the mileage or time, a filter should be replaced before it reaches the point where it creates a significant restriction to airflow. But when exactly that point is reached is subject to opinion.
A slightly dirty filter actually cleans more efficiently than a brand new filter. That’s because the debris trapped by the filter element helps screen out smaller particles that try to get through. But eventually every filter reaches the point where it causes enough of a pressure drop to restrict airflow. Fuel economy, performance and emissions begin to deteriorate and get progressively worse until the dirty filter is replaced.
Many heavy-duty trucks have a “restriction” meter on the air filter housing that signals when the filter is dirty enough to need replacing. But lacking such a device, the best you can do is guess.
Removing the filter and holding it up to a light will show you how dirty it is. If it’s really caked with dirt, it obviously needs to be replaced. Trying to shake or blow the dirt out is a waste of time because too much of it will be embedded in the filter fibers.
NOTE: Many filters that appear to be dirty are in fact still good and do not really need to be replaced. So it’s up to you. If you think it’s dirty, replace it. If you don’t think it’s dirty enough to need replacing, then don’t.
Check and/or change your Air Filter every 6 months to improve fuel economy and keep your engine running smoothly.
Most car batteries today are maintenance-free, sealed and can last more than three years. The first sign your battery should be replaced is often trouble starting the engine
Have your antifreeze fluid changed and Cooling System flushed every 30,000 miles or 2 years. Newer formulas, however, may last up to 50,000 miles.
Schedule a complete and Engine Diagnostics (Professional Maintenance) check every 15, 30, 60, and 90,000 miles.
Take 10 minutes and use our Monthly Checklist to do your own quick visual car inspection and fluid levels check.
Tire rotation or rotating tires is the the practice of moving automobile wheels and tires from one position on the car to another, to ensure even tire wear.
Have your Wheel Alignment checked every other tire rotation and always when installing new tires. Wheel alignment sometimes referred to as tracking, is part of standard automobile maintenance
Joe’s Tires proudly serves the local Berkeley, CA area. We understand that getting your car fixed or buying new tires can be overwhelming. Let us help you choose from our large selection of Tires.
Great honest and nice people.They gave me two options for my tire and even explains why I needed a new one.I really appreciate their honesty
Mia H.
I got exceptional service here at Joe's Tires! I went in for a flat tire and was able to be seen immediately on a Saturday. They also found another nail… read more in another tire! They were able to patch one for about ~$30 and had to get a new tire for the other. It was a bummer but they were able to handle it all for me and get me on the road by the next business day- Monday because they are closed on Sundays. Total was about $250-$280- not bad for patch, new tire, labor. Also the staff was incredibly friendly and understanding that I was upset- not at them but me getting nails in my tires *facepalm*. It was lame but glad Joe's Tires were there to help in a stressful time with the most hospitality!
Marcie A.
Man, calling for tires and getting quotes for tires SUCKS!
Well, do yourself a favor and call Joe's tires and make the process a lot less sucky. In fact, it was… read more a breeze.
My most recent tire purchases have been pretty straightforward. I go to Costco, order the tires and it's done without any hassle.
So this time I cross-referenced reviews with consumer reports. Costco doesn't carry the brand that was recommended, and tires I wanted were for my truck, and a little oversized.
I like to buy locally, so I “smiled and dialed” (what's dialing??) after reading so many reviews-Joe's Tires.
I told them what brand and size I wanted, and they gave me a quote. These bad boys weren't cheap, but I didn't want to settle so I special ordered them with a $100 deposit.
An hour later, I got a call from Tito, confirming everything. What a guy, Tito! Really helpful and informative. He also knocked off $150 from the price I'd already agreed to, saying he appreciated my patience.
The tires weren't due in for a few days and we set up an appointment, which went off without a hitch. The installer (a black guy I didn't catch his name) was also super friendly, “taking care of my baby”. And Jose, the manager also helped with the transaction. Everyone was really amazing. A couple hours later the truck was done, very happy!
Don't over think this. If you've read this far, stop reading and call them already. Lol
Chris E.
We just replaced the tires, breaks and rotors for our family truck and we could not be happier. Tito went above and beyond, and made us feel confident in what… read more they were doing. Thank you!!
Blanca Z.
Joe's went above and beyond to fix our car. They took a loss on it but did everything they good to try to save it. Now I take our new… read more car there. They are reasonable and very honest. And fast!
Lauren M.
I have gone to Joe's Tires for minor tire adjustments, and couldn't be happier. The guys there are GREAT, always helpful with a smile and in timely fashion.
When I… read more think of local businesses that make a positive difference in my life, Joe's Tires is up there, on the list.
Thank you one & all. Good holiday wishes!
MR Q.
I came in for tires and was absolutely thrilled with the service and the quality of work. I highly recommend this place t
SJ N.
Tito!!! You and your team went above and beyond! Thank you.
I want to share what an amazing and generous experience I had
Last Thursday working with Paul and Manuel(and Tito at… read more the referral tire shop down the road- Joe's Tires.)
I was driving home from UCSF with my partner who just had shoulder surgery and was post-op 2 hours.
We were driving along the 580/80 just before the Richmond Bridge split, and my brand new Volvo XC60 Hybrid, Pirelli Scorpion low profile tire blew out. There was a bolt in it that dislodged and the tire lost air.
We safely pulled off the freeway, not knowing the area at all, into a industrial area with few around.
As we turned the corner, we saw Toyota Berkeley Autobody. In a panic with the patient in the car, I parked and walked in asking for help.
Paul saw my concern and immediately had me pull in to assess the problem and learned these cars do not have spares because of the battery in the back for hybrid use.
A flaw about this high end Volvo.
Paul and Manuel swiftly went into problem solving mode while I called a friend to pick up my patient in the car.
They took great care of me for the next several hours helping me get to a nearby tire place and put a temp tire on my car. These tires are not in stock anywhere as they are specialized, another issue to take up with Volvo. (I have had 7 Volvo cars and never an issues with tires like this because Of the hybrid.
Paul a d Tito at Joe's Tires did not charge me for their time or help with any of this. They saw two people in need of help and put us ahead of any financial gain.
Generous, kind, helpful, willing! We need more of this in the world. Thank you Paul, Manuel, and Tito.
We are home safe and swiftly because of you 3 kind men
Heather W.
Very friendly and I didn't feel minimized as a female going there. Excellent customer service.
Mara G.
Always have had good experiences here. Recently got tires for a relatives care done, and they finished them faster than their estimate.
Chris T.