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If the interior of the car you drive around West Mifflin, PA is starting to look dirty, Century 3 Kia can help. We're highly experienced with detailing techniques that will get everything looking like new. If you have a pet, there's probably a fair bit of pet hair that has accumulated in your car. Using a brush attached to your vacuum's hose can help loosen this hair so that it can get vacuumed up. If this isn't enough, a pumice block is highly effective at gathering pet hair. Take care when using the pumice block because it can cause damage to plastic and other surfaces. To get dirt off of the hard plastic and vinyl parts of your vehicle, use an all-purpose cleaner paired with a clean microfiber cloth. To get into the area between the front seats and the console, attach a towel to a spoke brush. Service Center Service Car Detailing Tips

We at Century 3 Kia applaud you for driving on the right tires for West Mifflin, PA's winters. Still, our service techs have noticed some of you using winter tires throughout the year. We advise against that tactic. While we all appreciate saving a buck, driving on winter tires all year will likely cost you more money in the long run. Though switching between two sets of tires based upon the time of year sounds expensive, buying and using only winter tires adds up faster. It also makes your car less nimble much of the year. Winter tires perform stunningly in winter conditions. They employ rubber compounds that grip better in cold weather to aid acceleration and deceleration on snow and ice. Also, they have winter-tailored tread characteristics. Those same compounds and characteristics cause winter tires to handle inconsistently on warm, dry pavement. Additionally, your winter tires will wear faster in summer than winter. Make them last. Switch them seasonally. Service Center Service Winter Tires Tire Service New Tires

When you're pulling a camper with your vehicle, you might notice some wear and tear on your tires. Helper springs can be installed so that the camper is sitting level while on the road in West Mifflin, PA. Airbags are an option as well as they can provide a comfortable ride for your vehicle and the camper. To keep gas consumption to a minimum, install a cold air intake. The air will flow a bit easier to your motor, keeping the air cooler so that the motor in your vehicle doesn't overheat while you're towing. Century 3 Kia can install this feature before you get on the road. One of the things that you should look at controlling is the sway associated with your camper. A sway bar can decrease this impact so that your camper and vehicle are safe on the road. You should also ensure that all of the tires on your camper are inflated as this can help in decreasing swaying. Service Center Service Towing a Camper

Off-roading can be a fun adventure with plenty of sights, adrenaline pumping obstacles, and flying mud. However, off-roading can also be a traumatic experience, especially if you are kicking yourself because you did not bother to check your vehicle before turning up that trail or down that ravine. Before you go, you should always follow a checklist. Check your tires to make sure there is not any excessive tread wear or loss of air pressure. Check your fuel—make sure you have enough to keep you going the whole day. Carry extra cans of fuel and water in case of an emergency. Check your fluids. This means all of them—coolant, brake fluid, engine oil, and windshield wiper cleaner. Remember, you are not driving around West Mifflin, PA. Take survival food, blankets, flares, and water with you in case of an emergency. If you have any concerns, come to Century 3 Kia to have your vehicle checked. Off-Roading Tips New Kia Inventory Kia

While a roof rack can be an effective tool to store items, it is important that you know how to use it properly. The folks at Century 3 Kia have a few tips to help you accomplish that goal. For example, you should never keep the rack on the car when you aren't using it. This is because it can add significant weight to the vehicle, which can make it harder to drive. Furthermore, don't drive faster than the manufacturer recommends when it is installed. It is also a good idea to tie larger items to the rack as well as to the vehicle. Doing so ensures that a kayak or boat won't fall off in the middle of a West Mifflin, PA highway. Finally, be sure that you don't put too much weight on the rack itself. The roof rack's instruction manual will tell you more about specific weight limits. Roof Rack New Inventory Install Your Roof Rack

Regular maintenance on your car can help to keep it running properly. While many drivers remember common maintenance like oil changes, your engine air filter is just as important. Just what does the engine air filter do? Your engine pulls in air from the outside to mix with the fuel, and the engine air filter helps to keep dust and other particles out of your engine. Your vehicle manufacturer will recommend changing air filters at regular intervals. However, if you drive in environments such as dirt or dusty roads, you may need to change the air filters sooner. If you’re unsure if your air filters need changing, we invite you to visit our service team here at Century 3 Kia in Mifflin, PA. We can handle switching out the old air filter if it needs replacing, along with a wide range of other vehicle services to keep your car on the road. Air Filter Service Service Center Service Kia Service

There are many benefits to applying wax to your car. From filling in imperfections of the paint to making the surface more hydrophobic in order to repel water and dirt, a layer of wax can keep any vehicle looking its best. Applying wax to your car three times a year can be sufficient for ensuring the surface is protected. The wax layer can prevent dirt from adhering to the surface, reducing the number of times you have to wash your car. With this protective layer, you might be able to clean your car with a non-contact wash since the water will more easily pull dirt off. At Century 3 Kia, we'll help you select the right wax for your car. We can explain how to apply it and answer any of your question so that you can take pride in the appearance of your vehicle. Car Wax Detailing Car Wash Car Repair Auto Service