by BlackMountainMedia | Nov 12, 2014 | DIY Maintenance & Repair
The Okanagan and Kelowna area roads can drastically change from one road to another in the winter. This is because of our mountains, trees and lakes. One section of the highway can be clear and dry while five minutes down the highway there could be a deadly patch of...
by BlackMountainMedia | Oct 31, 2014 | DIY Maintenance & Repair
Understanding your Transmission Problems Like any other machine, vehicles can break down. Regardless of the make or model every vehicle is prone to transmission issues a some point. With a variety of transmissions available today it sometimes becomes tough and...
by BlackMountainMedia | Dec 6, 2013 | Vehicle Maintenance Tips
This can be among the most frustrating and expensive to diagnose and repair and can lead to some major issues if not fixed immediately. But if you have access to a multimeter/voltmeter and rudimentary underhood knowledge, you might be able to diagnose—or even...
by BlackMountainMedia | Dec 6, 2013 | DIY Maintenance & Repair, Vehicle Maintenance Tips
To check for brake problems, you step on the pedal and press it down while paying attention to how the pedal feels under your foot and evaluating the sensation. The following steps tell you what to feel for. Start your engine, but keep it in Park with the parking...
by BlackMountainMedia | Nov 30, 2013 | DIY Maintenance & Repair
Snow and ice may be dandy for skiing and playing hockey but it’s certainly not a lot of fun to drive on. The arrival of winter provides vehicle owners with a variety of additional challenges above and beyond slippery roads and reduced visibility. Batteries, breaks,...
