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Signs Your Brakes Are in Need of Repair

The brake pedal in your vehicle is going to help you identify when there may be an issue with the brake system. Here is why you need to pay close attention to the brake pedal.

If there is any damage to the metal brake lines, they will start to leak fluid. That loss of fluid will reduce braking power in the car, and needs to be addressed quickly. At the first sign of a soft brake pedal, get to the service center.

Another issue that could cause the brake pedal to feel soft is when air gets into the lines…

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Car Guide: Infotainment Systems 101

Did you know that new infotainment systems are fully integrating with your smartphones? It is truly the era of hands-free and voice-enabled commands with the latest software installed in new vehicles. Now you can simply access everything in your vehicle or on your smartphone through the infotainment display in your center console. All manufacturers have different features available with infotainment software, and some of it does cost extra. For example, most infotainment systems do not come standard with GPS navigation and satellite radio.

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Lincoln Keeps Expanding the Convenient Services They Provide Customers

Customer satisfaction is of the utmost importance to Lincoln, and here at Mills Motor Inc., we also take great pride in the many ways we go above and beyond to make sure that our customers find our offers satisfactory and that they find every aspect of owning a new Lincoln model as convenient as possible, which is why were so excited about Lincoln's expansion of a range of awesome services.

Drivers already love the Lincoln SYNC® infotainment system, which does everything from control audio to plan a route to your destination, but it's about to get even better…

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The Brand-New Lincoln Aviator Touches Down at Our Dealership in 2019

The 2018 New York Auto Show has come and gone, but there is still plenty of excitement about all of the news and announcements from the show, and the addition of the 2019 Lincoln Aviator to the Lincoln SUV lineup is generating tons of buzz, so watch the video from Lincoln above if you want to catch a sneak peek of it. A three-row luxury SUV, the Lincoln Aviator isn't quite as large as the Lincoln Navigator but there is still lots of room for passenger comfort and tons of luxury features that you expect from the Lincoln brand…

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Explore the Performance of the Lincoln MKT

The Lincoln MKT is a popular midsize crossover among car owners and boasts a number of performance features both under the hood and in the interior. Here are just a couple of the performance features that make up the Lincoln MKT.

The twin-turbocharged 3.5L V6 engine gives you the power when you need it and fuel economy when you don’t. It can produce up to 365 HP and up to 350 lb.-ft. of torque. You can also select the 3.7L TI-VCT engine that delivers up to 303 HP and up to 279 lb.-ft. Of torque…

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Light up the Road with the Lincoln MKC

When you are thinking about buying a crossover SUV, size and comfort first come to mind. You want a smaller vehicle that still delivers the functionality of an SUV but is presented as a luxury sedan. Enter the Lincoln MKC, which imparts a smooth, comfortable ride in an SUV that is capable of fitting passengers and their belongings easily.

The exterior of the Lincoln MKC offers a snazzy grille in the front that frames the HID headlamps that have signature LED accents. The available 19- and 20-inch painted aluminum wheels complete the luxurious appearance of the outer framing.

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Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Makes the Case for Fuel Economy

Few hybrids make a case for fuel economy quite like the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. Saving money for consumers, Lincoln prices the hybrid the same as the traditional gas-powered model. Smart fuel economy continues the savings, a bonus for the Baxter, MN family budget. Yet this luxury sedan still provides a spacious cabin with contemporary comforts and premium features.

The Lincoln MKZ Hybrid starts with an electric motor and pairs it with a lithium-ion battery. There's no need to plug it in because the gas-powered four-cylinder engine provides the catalyst for recharging.

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Tire Alignment Keeps You Driving Straight

If your tires are off, your whole ride will be off. Properly aligned tires are able to drive straight down the road, but faulty alignment can pull you to one side or the other.

Misaligned tires can make driving frustrating because you must constantly correct your steering. Tires that need alignment may also cause your steering wheel to shake and your treads to wear out unevenly. Fortunately, remedying these problems is easy with a professional tire alignment. During an alignment service, technicians measure your wheel angles and make the necessary adjustments to their positions.

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What Does Brake Fluid Do?

Also known as hydraulic fluid, brake fluid is the force that moves through your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system. The fluid provides the ability to keep a constant temperature when you’re braking. It also serves as a lubricant for the various parts.

As you depress the brake, the fluid is pushed through each of the four brake lines. From there, it goes into the cylinder, which creates the action that compresses the piston. The piston’s force creates the action that pushes the brake pad together with the disc. The pad and disc create the friction that allows your…

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What is Synthetic Oil, And Should You Be Using it?

Oil is arguably the most important component in your engine, without it the engine would get so hot that it would seize up and cost you all kinds of money. So, it’s very good idea to know how much oil is in your engine; and what is in it as well. But what should you use? Synthetic or conventional motor oil.

The first thing you need to know about synthetic oil is that it is artificially made in a lab out of chemically modified petroleum products and not crude oil like conventional motor oil. Which could mean there would…

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