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(Family Features) Buying a car may be one of the biggest purchases you make in a lifetime. When searching for the perfect car to fit your personal needs, there are many things to consider before hitting the sales lot and filling out the paperwork. Here are some tips to simplify the car buying process and improve the overall shopping experience. Determine Budget: Before getting your heart set on a car that could break the bank, you need to calculate your estimated price range. To avoid getting in over your head, follow the general rule of thumb that payments shouldn’t exceed more than 20 percent of your monthly take-home pay. Do Your Research: Start your search on sites that allow you to browse and compare vehicles from various automakers side by side, so you can learn how they stack up. One of the leading sites, Edmunds.com, has been a trusted and reliable online shopping resource for 20 years and offers tools that will make your car shopping journey much easier. • Decide What Is Right For You: The type of car you choose should reflect your lifestyle. Narrow your options by considering how you’ll use the car on a daily basis. Ask yourself questions, like how many passengers you’ll need to accommodate; whether you typically drive on the highway, in the city or off-road; and how much cargo space you’ll need.
If you want someone to help walk you through all the considerations, which can be over whelming, check out Edmunds.com’s Live Advice. Through this free service, a real person on the other end of a phone, email or online chat will answer your questions with unbiased expertise and will help you through the entire journey, from research to purchase. • Browse Inventory Online: Before heading out the door, review a listing of the available cars in your area from the comfort of your own home. Search Edmunds.com to view local cars for sale, find car reviews and view dealer ratings. • Secure the Price: Once you’ve found the car you would like to purchase, the next step is to obtain price quotes from a few different dealers and compare them with the market value. You can bypass the negotiation process and secure a fair price upfront by getting an Edmunds Price Promise certificate, which is a dealer guaranteed, vehicle specific price quote. Take the price certificate along with you to the dealer to simplify the purchasing process. Once you have the car in mind and a price in hand, arrange for a test drive and move forward with the purchase. By following these tips before you step foot on the sales lot, the entire car buying process should be a more enjoyable experience. For more helpful car buying tips or to find cars for sale near you, visit www.Edmunds.com.
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Saving cars and cash (NAPS)—The average car on the road today is 11 years old, automakers report. If yours is among them, here’s good news: You can pocket serious savings on repairs with highquality used parts. Here’s how it works: Go online to www.pullapart.com to find the price of the part you need and see whether the vehicle’s in stock at the nearest location. If it’s not, you can see which other vehicles have the same part and whether they’re in stock. At the Pull-A-Part superstore, you’ll see vehicles on stands, arranged in rows. The staff or the store computer can tell you where to find the vehicle you want, and you pull the part yourself. The supply turns over daily, so if you can’t find the vehicle you need today, you can sign up to be notified when it’s available.
Smart do-it-yourselfers can find high-quality used car parts at 30 to 90 percent savings over the cost of new ones.
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Battery basics for home and car (NAPS)—It’s a good idea to check and, if need be, change the batteries around your house every six months or so, to make sure 10 essential convenience and safety items are operating properly: 1. Auto battery. Harsh, cold weather affects auto batteries more than any other engine component. Engines require more cranking amps and batteries are less efficient, reducing their charge acceptance and ability to start an engine. 2. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Every home needs working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Batteries should be changed twice a year. 3. Flashlights. Prepare for storm power outages by making sure you have several working flashlights with fresh batteries.
Charge ahead toward safety and savings by making sure the batteries for your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are in good working order.
4. Radio. If the power goes out, it can be helpful to have a working battery-powered radio to monitor weather conditions.
The following tips help you keep your battery in shape throughout the hot summer months:
5. Clocks. When turning the clocks forward or backward for daylight saving time, it’s a good idea to install new batteries, too. 6. Cordless tools. Overuse can drain the battery down to the point it stops working, which can damage the battery. Periodically charge it overnight for optimum run time and life. 7. Audio and video remotes. Stock up on AA and AAA batteries for TV remotes and video game controllers. 8. Laptop and cell phone. Review your laptop and cell phone battery capacity and make sure you’re using proper charging and storage techniques. 9. Garage door opener. Clean the battery contacts in your remote control before inserting the new batteries. 10. Keyless entry. Check all weak-powered keyless entry devices. Manufacturers recommend changing the battery in most standard key fobs once every year, advises Interstate Batteries technical services manager Gale Kimbrough, also known as “Mr. Battery.” Interstate offers thousands of different kinds of batteries, and its Interstate All Battery Centers will have, find or build the right battery for just about any gadget around your home. Learn More For further information, visit www.interstatebatteries.com.
• Preventive maintenance goes a long way toward prolonging the life of your battery. Take a few minutes to read about your battery in your car’s manual and become familiar with what kind of battery it is, where it is, how to safely clean it and what the indicator lights inside your car might be trying to tell you. • When working with your battery, always wear protective eyewear. Remove all jewelry and wear long sleeves to protect your arms from an explosion of battery acid. • Do a visual inspection to see if the battery case is bulging, cracked or leaking. If it is, it's time to replace it. • The summer heat can speed up internal corrosion. Clean up the battery connections by removing any corrosion, lead oxidation, paint or rust from the top of the battery with a scouring pad or brass brush. Be sure to brush the corrosion away from you. • If your battery has removable filler caps, open the caps and check the water level in each cell. • Make sure the plates are covered by the fluid inside. This prevents sulfation and reduces the possibility of an internal battery explosion. • If the water level is low, add distilled water until the plates are covered. Don't use tap water. • Avoid overfilling, especially in hot weather, because the heat can cause the solution inside to expand and overflow.
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Tips for an overheating car When the mercury begins to rise outside, it’s common for car engines to get overly toasty too. To help you know what to do if your car overheats, here are 5 easy steps. • First, always carry an extra bottle of coolant (also called antifreeze) in your car, as well as a jug of water. Engines typically overheat because the coolant’s low, so topping it up will usually solve the problem. Failing that, water will also temporarily do the trick. • When you see the temperature gauge creeping into the red or a notification light glowing, immediately turn off your air conditioner (since the AC puts a lot of strain on your engine). Roll the windows down to cool off the way nature intended. • If the problem persists, crank your heater up to full blast. It could make the next few miles a pretty brutal experience, but the transfer of heat away from the engine might just save its life. • Should the preceding steps fail, pull over as soon as you can. Turn off the engine. If you can pop the hood from the driver’s seat, do so — but don’t risk opening it by hand until the
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(NAPS)—The most enduring memory of the winter of 2014 just might be the millions of potholes that continue to dish out punishment to drivers and passengers across the U.S. and Canada.
Shocks and struts play important roles in safe driving by helping to deliver satisfactory steering, stopping and stability. Their damping action helps maintain movement of the vehicle’s suspension within safe limits.
But abominable road conditions can cause more than just a bone-rattling ride; they can also damage important steering and suspension components, including shock absorbers and struts.
This, in turn, helps the brakes do their job by maintaining tire traction and distributing the vehicle’s weight across all four wheels. Shocks and struts also limit the transfer of vehicle weight from front to back when braking, and from side to side around turns. And properly functioning shocks and struts help protect tires from abnormal wear.
“Many drivers understand that their vehicles have taken a severe beating over the past several months, but they might not be able to detect some damage without having a professional technician inspect their steering and suspension system,” said Bill Dennie, director of ride control channel management for the Monroe® brand of shock absorbers and struts. “Because this damage can occur over a period of months rather than days, the driver might not notice how much worse his or her vehicle handles today as compared to last fall.” Although potholes are a year-round issue in many regions, they are most prevalent during and immediately following winter due to repeated freeze-thaw cycles. By almost any measure, however, 2014 has been unusually painful and expensive for road repair crews and consumers.
“Automotive repair shops have reported dramatic increases in tire and wheel damage as a result of potholes and other hazards related to winter weather. Your shocks, struts and other chassis components have faced the same abuse and in some cases might have experienced physical damage or accelerated wear,” Dennie said. “It’s a good idea to ask a service provider to inspect your steering and suspension system before making any road trips.” To learn more about how shocks and struts contribute to driving safety, visit www.monroe. com or contact your automotive service provider.
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Tips for a stress-free commute
• Stay focused on driving to protect yourself and others on the road. Trying to multitask while driving is dangerous for you and the other drivers on the road. • Make sure you can hear auditory driving cues. Listening to the radio loudly can drown out car horns, emergency sirens and bicycle bells. • Avoid taking your eyes off the road. Turning around to talk to passengers and flipping through radio channels can cause you to steer out of your lane or miss important visual cues. (NewsUSA) - Spring is in the air. The days are getting longer and the temperatures are rising. Before you know it, summer will be here along with all the joys that come with it. Here are a few tips to make your commute stress-free. • Put the cell phone down. Your car is not a mobile office. Cell phones are distracting. Designate your time in the car as “quiet time.” If you must talk on the phone, get a headset — as now required by many state laws — so that both your hands remain on the steering wheel.
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Discover a better ride on wet roads (NewsUSA) - Bald or poorly maintained tires won’t get you very far when it comes to driving on slippery roadways. With improper equipment and maintenance, slick surfaces from rain storms are a major threat to safety on the road. Take control by following this advice on ways to prepare yourself and your vehicle for possible wet weather. • During wet weather conditions, drive slowly and keep in mind that stopping distances will be longer than usual. Stopping on a wet road can take up to four times the stopping distance of a dry road. • Rainwater that mixes with oil or grime on the streets can cause slippery conditions that may result in unexpected skidding. • Drive smoothly. To maintain control of your vehicle, try to avoid jerky, abrupt movements when braking, accelerating or turning. • Check your tires at least once a month. This includes proper rotation, inflation, repair and replacement. • In many areas of the country, the snow and ice of winter leave roads in bad shape. Hitting a pothole can damage your tire and/or the wheel of your vehicle. The sharp impact can cause immediate tire or wheel failure or internal damage that can lead to tire failure weeks later. Keeping your tires properly inflated will help reduce pothole damage and other road hazards. Here’s an extra tip about potholes:
• If you do have to hit a pothole, avoid braking during the impact. Instead, attempt to brake before impact and release
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just prior to contacting the pothole. Braking during impact sets up the tire and wheel assembly for a “solid hit” against the edge of the hole. Less severe damage occurs when a tire is rolling, rather than skidding, over the pothole.
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Avoid a summer roadside mayday (NewsUSA) - The temperatures are rising, and so are the numbers of vehicles on the road. Summer is right around the corner, bringing with it a number of road trips to the beach for many families. Avoid putting a damper on your travel plans by following these summer vehicle maintenance tips. • Check your air conditioning system before the summer heat hits to make sure that it seems to be cooling effectively. An annual full-vehicle inspection, including the air conditioning system, may help avoid costly repairs. • Check your vehicle’s fluid levels. Check the engine oil and coolant level when the engine is cold. Once your vehicle is warmed up, check your transmission fluid and power steering fluid. If any fluid is low, add only enough to bring the indicator to “full” — never overfill. Have your automotive technician regularly check your vehicle’s brake fluid level and condition. • Do not overload your vehicle. Overloading creates excessive heat inside your tires and can cause tire failure, which could result in vehicle damage and serious injury. Remember that you and your passengers count toward the total recommended vehicle weight. • To get the best fuel economy while traveling, be aware of the following: 1. Due to vehicle aerodynamics, it can be more economical
to run your air conditioner than to cruise with windows open. 2. When possible, maintain a constant speed to reduce strain on your vehicle’s systems. If it’s safe to do so and traffic is not too heavy, use the cruise control setting per your owner’s manual directions. 3. Do not let your vehicle idle for extended periods; restarting your engine uses less fuel than keeping your vehicle running. 4. Keep your tires properly inflated; under-inflated tires can lower fuel economy. 5. Use the recommended grade of gasoline specified by your vehicle manufacturer. Mid-grade or premium fuels are unnecessary unless they are recommended. Nobody wants to be stranded in a broken-down vehicle on a hot, stuffy day. Avoid a “mayday” this season by taking all precautions and following these important summer vehicle maintenance tips.
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Get better gas mileage (NewsUSA) - Gas prices are getting as dangerously high as unemployment rates, and both mean a whole new level of penny pinching for the nation’s 99 percent. As drivers spend about $4 per gallon, finding ways to get better gas mileage is more important than ever. Fortunately, affordable technology is finally catching up to the escalating problem. Some auto companies are trying to ease the burden of astronomical gas prices by improving technology and making it accessible. Vision Motor Company is priming its widespread release of alternative vehicles using compressed natural gas (CNG), which can cut fuel costs by up to 80 percent. Besides polluting as much as 90 percent less than traditional gasoline, natural gas vehicles can get 45 miles per gallon on CNG fuel. But, according to Vision chairman Bob Smith, new fuelefficient spark plugs called Pulstar Pulse Plugs have truly enabled the newest car, SEERngv, to go mainstream. The Enerpulse Precision Combustion Ignition (PCI) technology in Pulstar Pulse Plugs also increases miles per gallon and significantly reduces hydrocarbon emissions. “Combustion stability at idle and cold start was also improved,”explained Smith. “VMC is very excited to offer this value-added technology.”
• Choose routes carefully. The shortest route may not be the most fuel efficient if it’s littered with stoplights and traffic. Avoid traffic lights if possible, but if not, shifting into neutral will give your transmission a break. • Replace air filters. You probably don’t need to replace the air filter as often as mechanics suggest, but keep an eye on it. Filters tend to last 20,000 or 30,000 miles, and a clean filter can improve mileage by 10 percent.
If you’re not yet able to benefit from natural gas vehicles and other enhanced technology, there are more ways to conserve fuel and increase efficiency.
• Drive smoothly. We know you’re not going to slow down, but sudden starts, stops and jerky driving hinder fuel economy. Slamming on the brakes wears down break pads and forces you to accelerate more, adding as much as one-third to your gas bill.
• Install new spark plugs. For the average car, installing quality spark plugs — like Pulstar Pulse Plugs — can make your vehicle perform better than new, mileage included.
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The best way to see clearly (NewsUSA) - Is there really a difference between wiper blades? When is it necessary to change my wipers? As the wet seasons approach, it’s important to ask yourself these questions as heavy rains and increasingly severe weather can obscure driving visibility. In fact, the American Optometric Association reports that 90 percent of all driving decisions are based on visibility. Having a properly installed set of wiper blades will enhance your vision during difficult driving conditions. Most drivers don’t even realize they need new wipers until that moment of truth, as a storm approaches or heavy snow begins to fall. To avoid this, check your wipers once a month for worn or split rubber that can cause streaking or chattering. TRICO, an authority in the wiper blades industry, encourages consumers to “change your clocks, change your blades” and make replacing wipers part of your typical fall and spring routine maintenance during daylight saving time. Finding the right-sized blades can seem difficult. The “Find Your Wiper” feature on wiperblades.com offers a quick solution by letting drivers select their vehicle’s make, model and year to display a full selection of wiper blade options. You may find that several different wiper blades fit your car, and then ask yourself, “Does it really matter which one I use?” The difference between a conventional style and the newer, premium beam design is important to keep in mind. A conventional blade design features a steel superstructure with blade claws, a rubber wiping element and several connection points. The beam blade design is the latest advancement in wiper technology that offers even pressure and enhanced clarity in all conditions. Although the beam blade is considered an all-season wiper, you may want to consider a winter weather blade that is
equipped with superior armors and synthetic blended materials. TRICO invented the winter blade in 1953 and has recently perfected it with TRICO Ice. This wiper blade is a great option for providing maximum performance in the most unrelentingly harsh conditions. Of course, one of the most frustrating parts of buying wiper blades is installation. Thankfully, wiperblades.com has helpful installation videos to help you avoid the struggle and make the process as quick and easy as it should be. No matter where you live, unpredictable and harsh weather will affect driving visibility, so be ready with a reliable, quality set of wiper blades when the time comes. Get more tips on how to keep yourself and other drivers safe at wiperblades.com.
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(NewsUSA) - When it comes to managing vehicle repairs, the associated hassles and inconveniences that come about — whether from having no vehicle or the process of finding a reputable repair shop — can become a major annoyance. However, according to a new start-up business from San Francisco called YourMechanic, a new system is “changing the nature of auto repair.” YourMechanic is a car repair mar-
Whether day or night, weekday or weekend, mechanics will make repairs as long as they have a parking lot or driveway to work in. Ultimately, the business model is designed to lower costs for consumers and mechanics. The mechanics doing the work pocket money that would have gone to the presiding repair shop. As a result, their rates are a little more reasonable. Learn more about the newest way to find a mechanic at www.YourMechanic.com.
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Keeping safe on rain-slick roads (NewsUSA) - Don’t wait until there’s nothing left between you and the rain-slick pavement to check your tires. The likelihood of accidents skyrockets when combining wet, seasonal weather and poor tire maintenance. Proper tire and pressure maintenance can prevent all kinds of road accidents, but drivers must be aware of the warning signs and ongoing maintenance needs to ensure driving safety. For example, an underinflated tire might not “look”flat to the eye. A tire can lose up to 50 percent of its air before it begins to show visually. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), tire pressure literally changes the way the rubber meets the road, affecting traction, handling, steering, stability and braking. Similarly, NHTSA estimates that nearly 250,000 accidents occur in the U.S. per year due to low tire pressure. Statistics like these remind drivers how quickly collisions occur under preventable circumstances. Schrader, a global manufacturer of sensing and valve solutions that protect and perform, recommends the following advice to keep your tires road-ready in all conditions:
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• Check your tire pressure regularly, especially before any long trips. Inflation pressure changes depending on the temperature. Tire pressure drops about 1 psi for every 10 degrees F drop in ambient temperature. Additionally, tires can lose as much as 1.5 psi per month as air escapes the tire and rim naturally. It’s best to check tire pressure when the car is off and tires are coolest.
• Find a safe place to pull out of traffic to stop and check your tires. If you are not having a blowout, use a tire gauge to check the pressure of each tire against your vehicle manufacturer’s recommended pressure level. Inflate tires to correct pressure at the nearest service station or repair facility. The recommended pressure level can be found on the tire placard, a label located just inside the driver’s side door.
• Heed the TPMS warning symbol. All passenger vehicles and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 2008 onward have a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) system installed. If the TPMS warning symbol lights up on your dashboard, one or more of your tires is 25 percent or more underinflated — a significant loss in pressure. Take caution, and do not ignore
• Don’t forget the spare. Before long drives, always check your spare for any injuries or punctures.
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Performance from the inside out (NewsUSA) - “Innovation” is a term companies use quite often. While many companies are quick to brand themselves as inventive, very few have the legacy and pioneering spirit to be truly innovative. But occasionally, a few great companies manage to prove their claims of innovation by successfully extending core technologies into new fields and applications. You may be grasping at air when you try to explain valve and sensing technologies to a friend. While many don’t see or interact with these technologies on a daily basis, they are utilized in applications that many customers and end-users use each and every day - and the roles these technologies play in your everyday safety and comfort shouldn’t go unnoticed. One such valve and sensing technology manufacturer, Schrader, takes innovation seriously. “Since 1891, our valve and sensing technology has played a critical safety role within global automotive applications. We invented the first pneumatic tire valve, the very same valve used on every vehicle in the world today. More recently, we pioneered tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS), now required on all new vehicles in North America, and growing in European and Asian-Pacific countries,” says Paul Wise, director of marketing at Schrader. “However, what differentiates Schrader is our ability to extend these foundational technologies to new markets and applications.” For example, Schrader has been successful in adapting its sensor technology to monitor power transmission belts and industrial hoses, which are found in diverse applications for factory equipment, construction, agriculture, robotics and other markets as well. “Many of these applications are considered ‘capital equipment,’ meaning when the piece of equipment is down because of a broken belt or a burst hose, it translates to a real operational cost to owners,” said Enda McCloskey, vice president of technology, Schrader. “Our new belt and hose monitoring systems remove the guess work about when to perform critical
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Motor Sales, Inc. Family Owned & Operated SALES & SERVICE Monday-Friday 8 to 5; Saturday 9:00 to Noon
330-525-7029 330-525-7124
SALES SERVICE 27380 Main St. • North Georgetown, OH
maintenance.” Schrader valve and sensing technology within automotive applications helps to save lives, reduce fuel costs, and reduce environmental impact via TPMS. Additionally, Schrader’s continued history of innovation has resulted in an all-electric way to better measure fuel levels in gas tanks as well as new flex fuel sensors for hybrid vehicles — its technology has even expanded to the medical field, including oxygen monitoring for hospital and patient environments. For more information, www.schraderinternational.com.
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MORRIS & SON MILK TRANSPORT 330-565-8357
NEW WATERFORD, OHIO
MORNING JOURNAL • SPRING CAR CARE 2014 • SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2014 • 15
GET YOUR VEHICLE READY FOR SUMMER VACATION!
TIRE SAVINGS EVENT FREE TIRE ROTATION WITH PURCHASE OF 4 TIRES
100 $ 50
$
Mail in rebate w/the purchase of 4 Select Bridgestone, Continental, Goodyear, Hankook or Pielli Tires.
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Mail in rebate w/the purchase of 4 Select BF Goodrich, Dunlop, Firestone, General, or Michelin. FFER EX PIRES 5/31/14
AC DELCO
FRONT END ALIGNMENT
59
$
99 plus ta x
M o stvehicles w ith this co upo n.Expires 5-31-14
CERTIFIED SERVICE CAR CARE PACKAGE
39
$
95
BATTERIES
99
$
STARTING AT
95
plus ta x & insta lla tio n
AIR CONDITIONING RECHARGE
Tire Ro ta tio n,27 Pt.Inspectio n,Lube, O ilCha nge & Filter.D iesel& Synthetic Extra . W ith this co upo n.Expires 5-31-14
99
$
99 plus ta x
m o stm o delsw /R134A system s W ith this co upo n.Expires 5-31-14
57 E. Martin St. East Palestine CHEVROLET
Serving You For 89 Years
330-4 26-94 4 9 • 1-800-5 89-7970 M on .& Th u rs.8-9;Tu es.,W ed.,Fri.8-6;Sa t.8-3
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Service & Body Shop
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Visit us at us online online at www.stadiumgm.com www.stadiumgm.com Showroom Hours: Mon. & Thurs. 9-9; Tues., Wed., Fri. 9-6 Sat. 9-4; Closed Sun.
Service Hours:
Mon., Thurs.: 8-7 Tues., Wed., Fri.: 8-5 Sat.: 8-2; Closed Sun.
STADIUM GM AUTO BODY We Maybe a “GM” Dealership But Our Body Shop Repairs ALL Makes of Cars • From Chevrolets to Chryslers, From Hondas to Toyotas. Paul Schuster Our Veteran Body Shop Manager, of 41 Years, Can Handle Any Collision on ANY Car. Just Give Us a Call and We Can Work Our Magic. (Having Trouble Coming Up With Your Insurance Deductable? See Paul, We Have Several Options Available To Help You)
330-332-4683 - EXT. 152 330-853-2644 - PAUL’S DIRECT LINE
SERVICE DEPARTMENT
8 OFF
$
OIL AND LUBE UP TO 5 QUARTS - NO SYNTHETICS AND TIRE ROTATION MUST PRESENT COUPON. ONE COUPON PER VISIT. EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 30, 2014
10 OFF
$
ANY 2 OR 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT MUST PRESENT COUPON. ONE COUPON PER VISIT. EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 30, 2014
99.95
$
A/C SYSTEM CHECK & CHARGE UP TO 1 LB. R134 (PRICE MAY VARY ON VEHICLES)
MUST PRESENT COUPON. ONE COUPON PER VISIT. EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 30, 2014
Please Give Us a Call & Ask About Our Tire Pricing And Auto Butler Paint Protection System MUST PRESENT COUPON. ONE COUPON PER VISIT. EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 30, 2014
Prices Plus tax & title. See dealer for details.
SALES • PARTS • LEASING • SERVICE • BODY SHOP
StadiumGM.com 330-332-4683
Salem,OH TOLL FREE 1-888-391-4526
“It’s worth the drive”
West State Street - Salem, Ohio