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Car Care Tips

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Fresno Suit Outlet . . . . . . . . . .pg. 2 China Buffet . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 3 Autopros . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 3 Pagestar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 5 Super Low Price Auto Glass . .pg. 6 Best For Less Auto Glass . . . .pg. 6 Stereo1 Wherehouse . . . . . . .pg. 6 Radiator Depot . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 8 Mid-Cal Automotive . . . . . . . . .pg. 8 Havens Lock and Safe . . . . . .pg. 8 Payless Car Rental . . . . . . . . .pg. 8 Perfect Beauty Hair & Nails . .pg. 9 A-Plus Auto & Mufflers . . . . . .pg. 9 Transmission City . . . . . . . . . .pg. 9 EZ-Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 10 Farmer Boys . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 10 Perrine Insurance Agency . . . .pg. 10 Le Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 11 Handyman Connection . . . . . .pg. 12 Joes Hauling & Pumping . . . .pg. 13 Sanger Auto Body & Paint . . .pg. 13 Car Yard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 13 N&L Automotive . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 13 Car Gone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 14 Pro Auto Nation . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 15 All Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 16 All Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 17
Index of Advertisers
Freeway Auto Insurance . . . . .pg. 18 Fresno Furniture Mart . . . . . . .pg. 19 Mid-Cal Automotive . . . . . . . . .pg. 20 CAI Auto Insurance . . . . . . . . .pg. 20 Squeeky Clean . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 20 Pool Tables R Us . . . . . . . . . .pg. 20 Hill Automotive Center . . . . . .pg. 21 A&B Payless Transmission . . .pg. 21 Car Tune Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 22 Rachel & Friends . . . . . . . . . .pg. 22 Ca Divorce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 23 A&J Auto Repair . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 24 Arams Shoe Repair . . . . . . . .pg. 24 Mom n Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 24 Betterbilt Buildings . . . . . . . . .pg. 26 Soothing Touch . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 26 Foster Family Network . . . . . .pg. 26 Colins Upholstery . . . . . . . . . .pg. 28 Flowers & More . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 28 R&M Extreme Automotive . . . .pg. 28 Home Furniture Outlet . . . . . .pg. 30 T&S Hauling . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 31 Fun Vacations 4 U . . . . . . . . .pg. 31 Autopros . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 31 Outlaw Celluar & Paging . . . . .pg. 32 Frame Doctors . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 32 Shady Charactors . . . . . . . . . .pg. 32
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Are you ready for the road? You didn't think you'd be able to just pack up and go, did you? Not so fast!
Your car needs special attention before you go on a long driving trip. Starting a vacation with a car that has mechanical problems is a sure fire way to ruin a trip. Take some simple precautions before you hit the road to help make your vacation more pleasant. Cooling System The cooling system needs to be flushed and refilled at least once a year in order to keep the cooling system in good working order. If your coolant hasn't been changed during the past year, get the radiator flused and filled before you start your trip. Check the air conditioning. Is it cold? if not, have a technician inspect it to find out why not. Drive Belts / HosesDrive Belts and hoses can deteriorate with age and heat. Check all the belts and hoses in your car for signs of cracks or leaking. Any cracked or damaged belts or hoese should be replaced before heading out on the road for a long trip. BatteryA dead battery is one of the more common reasons for break-down. Make sure yours is in good condition before you go. EngineIf your car is due for a tune-up soon, go ahead and get one before leaving on a long trip. Check your owners manual for the proper intervals for tuning up your engine. FluidsMake sure to check the levels of transmission fluid, engine oil, brake fluid, washer fluid, power steering fluid and, of course, gas. If you are due for an oil change, get one before you take the trip. Suspension If you are going to be towing something, or carrying a heavy load, you should definately get your shocks and springs checked out to make sure they can handle the load. TiresMake sure all tires are properly inflated to the specifications in your owner's manual and have plenty of tread with no uneven wear. Don't forget your spare tire! In an emergency, you don't want to find out that your spare is flat. BrakesHave your brakes inspected prior to your trip to ensure that everything is in good working order. Windshield WipersMost people don't think about their windshield wipers until they are no longer working. Don't wait until you need them to find out your wipers need to be replaced. Check them before your trip. Refill your windshield washer fluid. LightsTest the brake lights, turn signals and headlights to make sure they work properly and have enough illumiation.
Pre-Trip Quiz
Knowing the correct anwers could make the difference between a successful vacation and one that's littered with repair bills or even more serious consequesnces! Read the question, then circle either "True" or "False" . Answers provided on page 15.
1 Most tires have wear bars running crosswise in 2 The cooling system should be flushed and
the tread that cause a thumping noise when tread depth is less than 1/4". True / False
3 Platinum tipped spark plugs may last for as

many as 100,000 miles. True / False
refilled with fresh antifreeze-coolant even if the inside of the radiator looks clean. True / False
4 A squealing sound when the brakes are applied 5 For most driving today oil needs to be changed 6 If the engine turns over but won't start, you 7
probably need a new fuel filter. True / False If the engine turns over but won't start, you probably need a new battery. True / False only every 7,500 miles. True / False
sometimes indicates a hard spot on the brake pads. True / False
8 If the engine turns over but won't start, you

probably need a new starter. True / False
9 The most common cause of breakdown on the 10 Weak shock absorbers on a car loaded with
vacation luggage can cause the rear end to sag. True / False Answers provided on page 15. road is broken muffler brackets. True / False
Planning a Trip?
Planning a Trip?
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Don't Let Your Money Evaporate

Fight skyrocketing gas prices by taking control of your vehicle's unnecessary fuel consumption. Consumers can add miles to every gallon they pump by following a few easy and inexpensive maintenance steps with their car, SUV, minivan or pickup truck. Most motorists don't realize that it's the little things that don't take a lot of time or cost much that can really make a difference when it comes to saving money at the pump. Underinflated tires - When tires aren't inflated properly it's like driving with the parking brake on and can cost a mile or two per gallon. Worn spark plugs - A vehicle can have either four, six or eight spark plugs, which fire as many as 3 million times every 1,000 miles, resulting in a lot of heat and electrical and chemical erosion. A dirty spark plus causes misfiring, which wastes fuel. Spark plugs need to be replaced regularly. Dirty air filters - An air filter that is clogged with dirt, dust and bugs chokes off the air and creates a "rich" mixture too much gas being burned for the amount of air, which wastes gas and causes the engine to lose power. Replacing a clogged air filter can improve gas mileage by as much as 10 percent, saving about 15 cents a gallon.
Don't be an aggressive driver Aggressive driving can lower gas mileage by as much as 33 percent on the highway and 5 percent on city streets, which results in 7 to 49 cents per gallon. Avoid excessive idling - Sitting idle gets zero miles per gallon. Letting the vehicle warm up for one to two minutes is sufficient. Observe the speed limitGas mileage decreases rapidly at speeds above 60 mph. Each mpg driven over 60 will result in an additional 10 cents per gallon. To maintain a constant speed on the highway, cruise control is recommended. Combining errands into one trip saves gas and time. Several short trips taken from a cold start can use twice as much fuel as a longer multi-purpose trip covering the same distance. Avoid carrying unneeded heavy items in the truck. An extra 100 pounds can cut fuel efficiency by a percent or two.
Fuel-saving driving tips include:
Vehicle gas caps - About 17 percent of the vehicles on the roads have gas caps that are either damaged, loose or are missing altogether, causing 147 million gallons of gas to vaporize every year.
Gas Prices
Here are some gas saving maintenance and driving tips that really work:
any homeowners need general repairs and remodels at this time of the year to get ready for Summer and Fall and these minor repairs or improvements can and will make a big difference in your comfort and your pocketbook. However, homeowners can and do feel a little lost in finding a reputable craftsman to do the work. They also become confused and disillusioned by some companies because they dont show up, or try to price over the telephone and do not complete the work in a timely fashion, if at all. Handyman Connection, a home repair and remodeling service with more than 148 locations nationally and over 18 years of experience, offer tips to help find the right person for the job. Nick and Tim Dvorak are in their sixth year as owner/operators of Handyman Connection. As Licensed General Contractors they offer on time appointments, prices by the job, and guaranteed results. Nick commented, Many customers come to us after theyve had problems with unlicensed repairmen that could have been avoided initially. Tim added, People should know it is OK to ask questions and set guidelines before hiring anyone to come into their home. Additionally, the more questions you ask the better informed you will be about how the work will be accomplished and the person and company you are planning to use. Handyman Connection is also a member of the Better Business Bureau and Chamber of Commerce, which are great resources for collecting information on who you are planning to do business with. Handyman Connection offers the following questions to ask as you proceed to hire someone to do work in your home. 1. Number and proof of their Contractors License? www.cslb.ca.gov
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Call Tim or Nick at 559-453-2460. Ask them these questions and hear more about their company and its services.
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Whats included in the contract? Whats the guarantee? How are disputes settled?
How long have they been in business?
Proof of Workers Comp and Liability Insurance.
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Answers to Quiz: Planning A Trip
2 The answer is TRUE! Some additives in anti-freeze coolant, such as anti-corrosive chemicals, can be depleted with time, yet the anti-freeze coolant looks OK. Regular flushing of the cooling system and replacement of anti-freeze coolant helps avoid a later, and bigger, expense in radiator repair.
1 The answer is FALSE! Wear bars are 2/32" deep. When your tires wear to that point, they're vulnerable to failure and to hydroplaning on a wet road.
3 The answer is TRUE! New spark plug technology, along with improved engine design and lead-free fuel, have greatly extended spark plug life. However, the active word in question #3 is "may". Fine print in most owners manuals indicate circumstances where more frequent engine service is recommended. (Tests show that a 4 cylinder car with just one spark plug misfiring takes 54% more time than normal to accelerate from 25 mph to 55 mph.) 4 The answer is TRUE! Other causes of brake noise include the squeal of a wear warning indicator or, in the case of excessive wear, the annoying sound of metal against metal.
5 The answer is FALSE! That interval is recommended for driving under optimum conditions. Check your owners manual. Most technicians advise 3,000 4,000 mile oil changes for maximum engine life. Always change the filter when changing oil.
8 The answer is FALSE! Back to diagnosis. The engine cant turn over if the starter is shot.
7 The answer is FALSE! Invest your money in a diagnostic check-up. The engine turned over, so the battery probably is OK.
6 The answer is FALSE! A clogged fuel filter is most likely to cause a faltering engine under heavy load.
10 The answer is FALSE! Weak or overloaded springs cause the rear end to sag, not weak shocks. Air shocks, which can be inflated for extra support, can be installed as can overload springs or other auxiliary support accessories available in auto supply stores.
9 The answer is FALSE! Cooling system trouble is the most common cause of car trouble on the open road.
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Take Care of Your Tires!
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Of the thousands of components in a vehicle, tires are probably the most important. Your life literally depends on them one hundred percent of the time you are on the road. Recent events, in which tire failures have allegedly caused a number of fatal crashes, have focused attention on the vital role tires play in vehicle safety. Caring for tires is extremely important and relatively easy. In fact, The Rubber Manufacturers Association recommends getting in the habit of taking five minutes every month to check your tires, including the spare. Proper tire pressure goes a long way toward improving your vehicle's gas mileage. Tire treads must have at least 2/32- inch depth in every groove. If the tread is wearing differently between the edges and the middle tread, check the tire pressure. If one side of your tire tread is wearing more than the other, it may be time for an alignment. Check tire pressure. The correct pressure should be listed in the owner's manual and on the inside of your driver's door.
Quick Tire Care Tips:

Check tire pressures and adjust at least once a month. Inspect tires regularly for abnormal wear or damage. Rotate tires every 6,000 miles or according to owner's manual. Maintain tires in proper balance. Maintain steering and suspension in proper alignment. Never overload a tire. Replace tires when required. Select the right tires for your vehicle and driving environment.
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Brake Repairs Needed?

Don't Take Chances!
Brake repairs - critical? Of course! Your brakes keep your family safe. Save money on brake repairs and parts with these tips:
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Brake Rotors (discs)should be inspected all the way around the surface and on both sides for any concentric scoring (grooves) or obvious defects. If defects are found, replace your rotors immediately. Any rotor discoloration may be a sign of overheating and an inspection by a brake repair professional is needed. Brake Padswill normally match rotor scoring but should also be inspected for uneven wear, breakage or cracking on the friction surface. Again, if defects are found, replace the pads immediately. Many cars also have brake pad sensors to warn of pad wear. If your car uses sensors, replace these at the same time as your pads. Brake Drums (if equipped)should also be inspected on a regular basis. Check for the same types of flaws as noted above. The drums should not have excessive grooves or have a deep "trough" dug into them where the shoes ride. Brake Shoes (if equipped)should be worn evenly and have no rivets protruding to the friction surface. A "spongy" brake pedal or one that's gotten lower underfoot also needs looking into. It could be caused by sticking calipers, worn pads, low fluid or hydraulic system problems. Constant brake noiseis never a good sound and any grinding noise spells real trouble! Most importantly:As soon as any problem is noticed, get it repaired immediately. Delaying brake repairs is extremely dangerous. Overstressed rotors and drums can break. Brakes may be too worn or damaged to stop your car in an emergency. Even if you manage to avoid physical harm, the longer you delay fixing brake problems, the more you increase the cost of doing so. Remember, dont take chances with your brakes!
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t some point in our lifetime, most of us will encounter a situation that requires expert help. When you need legal help, it can be a daunting task trying to find the right person to answer your questions and to provide some direction. Navigating the legal system without the help of a qualified professional can leave you confused, overwhelmed, and feeling like there is no one out there who can just talk you through your situation and explore your options for a reasonable price. In California, obtaining a divorce requires a minimum of three steps the filing of the Petition, process service on the other party, and a subsequent filing asking the Court to issue a Judgment. Many people do not realize that they have not done their finals (the last step) and that they are still married and this can have financial consequences on both parties. And if the parties have children and/or property, the process requires additional paperwork to address these issues, so that the Court may have the ability to issue a Judgment. At California Divorce & Self-Help Services, we specialize in Family Law matters. Our staff has 20 years of combined experience working with the court system, and can handle nearly any family law matter. We have the knowledge and the understanding of the processes necessary to walk you through, step by step, so that you, too, will have a better understanding of the required steps to manage your own case. In most cases, we can help you for $99 to start a new dissolution, and as little as $175 to finish an existing dissolution. We can determine if you qualify for the Courts filing fee waiver, cutting your costs, and we also provide all of the copies and deliver your papers to the Courthouse for you. We also have a network of professionals available for our own consultation to ensure that your case is handled in a professional, ethical, and efficient manner. Our staff is diverse in their knowledge, and this allows us to be able to provide a variety of services. In addition to our services offered, we have affiliations with other services that can help you with various needs such as: Home Remodeling, Immigration Services, Mobile Notary Services, and Property Management.
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Our office is located on the Northwest corner of Shaw and College in Fresno and we are open Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, and Saturdays by appointment. Our consultations are always $25, and will be credited to your file if you use our services. Bankruptcy consultations, however, are always free. We recommend you make an appointment so that we can dedicate the appropriate amount of time needed to discuss your case, but walk-ins are welcome. Specializing in Family Law, Probate, victions, Estate Planning, Custody/Support, and most any Civil matter. Call 559-224-5000 today and ask what we can do for you.
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The Road to a Long-Lasting Automobile

Check Monthly
Check Engine Light On Cleaning Lights Tire Inflation and Condition Windshield Washer Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid Battery and Cables Belts Check Engine Light On Engine Air Filter Engine Oil and Filter Exhaust Fuel Filter Hoses Lights Power Steering Fluid Tire Inflation and Condition Windshield Washer Fluid
Check every 3 months/ 3,000 miles
Automatic Transmission Fluid Battery and Cables Belts Chassis Lubrication Check Engine Light On Polish Engine Air Filter Engine Oil and Filter Exhaust Fuel Filter Hoses Lights Power Steering Fluid Tire Inflation and Condition Windshield Washer Fluid Wiper Blades
Check every 6 months / 6,000 miles
Automatic Transmission Fluid Battery and Cables Belts Check Engine Light On Engine Air Filter Engine Oil and Filter Exhaust Fuel Filter Hoses Lights Power Steering Fluid Tire Inflation and Condition Windshield Washer Fluid
Check every 9 months / 9,000 miles
Automatic Transmission Fluid Battery and Cables Belts Brakes Cabin Air Filter Chassis Lubrication Check Engine Light On Polish Coolant (Antifreeze) Engine Air Filter Engine Oil and Filter Exhaust Fuel Filter Hoses Lights Power Steering Fluid Spark Plugs Steering and Suspension Tire Inflation and Condition Windshield Washer Fluid Wiper Blades
Check every 12 months/12,000 miles
Keep it Running!
Auto technicians say the key to keeping vehicles running well-today and down the road-is routine maintenance. Yet many drivers tend to stall when it comes to keeping up with some everyday auto-basics. For your convenience, here is a Service Interval Schedule to help you keep track of regular maintenance. Most of the checks and services described here can be done at little or no cost. Best of all, they are quick and easy to do.
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Car Care Tips

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Don't Let Your Money Evaporate

Fuel-saving driving tips include:

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Whats the cost?

How long have they been in business?

Proof of Workers Comp and Liability Insurance.

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Answers to Quiz: Planning A Trip

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Take Care of Your Tires!

Quick Tire Care Tips:

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Brake Repairs Needed?

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Check every 6 months / 6,000 miles

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