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If you find yourself needing to jump start another car, you only need a set of jumper cables and a working car. The most likely reason a car would need to be jump started is because its battery has died. That's where your working car comes in.

Make sure that the red jumper cables are hooked up to the positive terminal ends. 

There is no good time to have a flat tire. We want you to know what to do when you face this inconvenience.

First, if your tire deflates while you are driving, always park safely. Turn on your hazard lights, and drive carefully until you reach a breakdown lane or a parking lot. Also, turn off your car, apply the parking brake and place a large rock behind one wheel on the opposite side of the car from the flat tire.

Your tires are sized specifically to the wheels on your vehicle. So when shopping for a new set it is important to understand how to read the sizing code so that you know what it is that you are looking for.

Reading this code can be intimidating if you have never been shown how it breaks down, but once you know how to read it you will find that it is not that complicated. You will also be able to read any tire size on any other tire that you come across.

Whether your vehicle has an automatic transmission, a CVT transmission or a manual transmission, it’s going to need some service or preventative maintenance from time to time. To keep your transmission operating as efficiently as possible, stop in to our service center at Wagner Kia of Shrewsbury and have it serviced. We can advise you on what it may need or set up periodic service visits.

Most drivers realize that a vehicle requires oil in order to properly lubricate parts of the motor and help the car to operate as efficiently as possible. But what is the difference in the two types of motor oil? Luckily, we here at Wagner Kia of Shrewsbury are here to give you the basics as to the differences between conventional and synthetic motor oil.

Conventional motor oil is derived from solely raw crude oil. Synthetic motor oil, on the other hand, contains additional chemical compounds that are specifically designed to improve its performance. 

Gone are the days when you go into an automotive store for brake fluid and there is one kind that’s used on almost every vehicle. Technologically advanced in automotive engines, transmissions and brake systems now require specific oil for specific vehicles. The service techs at Wagner Kia of Shrewsbury are happy to show you our wide selection of brake fluid at our Kia service station.

Although there are many kinds of brake fluid, the two main types are glycol-based and silicone-based. The type of brake system your vehicle uses is what determines the type of brake fluid the vehicle…

Responsible vehicle owners have a regular maintenance schedule where they either have their car serviced or check different components of their car to determine if they do need to be replaced. The different belts on your vehicle should be included in this check, but we here at Wagner Kia of Shrewsbury that even the most responsible vehicle owners sometimes leave this out.

The different belts, like your timing belt or serpentine belt, can seem intimidating to check at first if you aren't familiar with how vehicles work. But once you locate them using your owner's manual it is…

Cabin air filters are used to clean and filter the air both outside and in your cabin before it is recirculated through your cars AC or heat system. Like most other parts of your vehicle, it carries a suggested maintenance schedule on when it should be replaced or inspected. However, if you or a passenger are a smoker it can greatly reduce the life and effectiveness of your air filter, and it may need to be changed more often than recommended. At Wagner Kia of Shrewsbury, we can help you determine if more frequent changes may be needed.

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Getting your car in for a service appointment probably isn't the most exciting thing on your agenda. Often, we're so busy it can be easy to overlook taking care of these important tasks. Wagner Kia of Shrewsbury is happy to announce that we've rolled out a new online system to schedule your appointments.

If you are planning on leaving Shrewsbury, MA and heading on a road trip soon, you probably want to do what you can to ensure that it's successful. From us here at Wagner Kia of Shrewsbury, here is a quick checklist that you should follow before you hit the road to help ensure that your trip is fun and safe.

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