FRIDAY TIDBIT: Alternator

 Alternator  The alternator's purpose on the car is to run the electrical system while the engine is running. Alternators are driven using a belt that is turned by the engine's crankshaft pulley. Alternators are a high failure item on vehicles. Keeping the battery properly charged and not relying on the alternator to charge it up...

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FREE Women's Auto Care Workshop: June 15th and 16th 2011

Gines Auto Service 4261 W 5415 S Kearns, UT 84118 (801) 966-6021 Wednesday June 15th , 2011 Thursday June 16th, 2011 - FULL 6:30pm - dinner 7:00pm - workshop, including hands-on activities (If you are not able to attend these dates, fill out your contact information and we will let you know when the next workshops are scheduled.) The...

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Our Website Is Now MOBILE!

Our website is now compatible with the mobile web! From your smartphone, go to www.ginesautoservice.com and check out our new mobile site! From there you can call us, email us, or find directions to us. Check it out! You can also scan the QR Code below from your smartphone to reach our new mobile websi...

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WHAT IS IT picture for April 28th.

Here is the picture that will be posted on our Facebook page tomorrow, Thursday April 28th. The first person to correctly identify this vehicle part will receive $10 off their next service. Remember, do not start guessing until it's posted on our Facebook page tomorrow, and good luc...

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WINNER! Day Out With Thomas

Congratulations to Erin Pearce! She is our first winner for a family four-pack to ride on the Heber Valley Railroad during Day Out With Thomas on Thursday May 26th. We still have one more family four-pack to be given away! If you have already entered, there is no need to enter again. If you have not yet entered, get entered as soon as possible!...

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FRIDAY TIDBIT: Intake Manifold

 Intake Manifold The Intake manifold is the part on the engine where the fuel is in the vapor form as it enters the combustion part of the engine, or the cylinder of the engine. The intake manifold delivers the air fuel mixture to the engine on a carbureted and throttle body type engine. On a fuel injection engine the intake delivers...

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WHAT IS IT picture for Thrs. April 21st

Here is the picture that will be posted on our Facebook page tomorrow, Thursday April 21st. The first person to correctly identify this vehicle part will receive $10 off their next service. Remember, do not start guessing until it's posted on our Facebook page tomorrow, and good luck...

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HOW TO: Check In And Receive a FREE Oil Change!

When you "check in" ten times on Facebook while at our shop, you will receive a FREE oil change! Watch this short video that shows you how to "check in". Once you have checked in ten times, a screen will appear that you will show to our service writers for your free oil change. Remember, check-ins can add up fast! Check in when you are visiting us to get a quote, dropping off your vehicle, picking up your vehicle, etc....

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Customer #6 Video Testimonial

Here is another video testimonial from another great customer! For more video testimonials like this one, visit our Customer Testimonials page. If you would like to leave us a video testimonial, come in the shop and let us know. Thanks! We ♥ our customers!...

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FRIDAY TIDBIT: Transfer Case

The transfer case is the part on four wheel drive and all wheel drive vehicles that transfers power to both front and rear wheels. Some have separate gears in them that allow the vehicle to be put in and out of four wheel drive; others are full time four wheel drive and can not be put into two wheel. For more tidbits of information like...

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WHAT IS IT?! picture for Thursday April 14th.

Here is the picture that will be posted on our Facebook page tomorrow, Thursday April 14th. The first person to correctly identify this vehicle part will receive $10 off their next service. Remember, do not start guessing until it's posted on our Facebook page tomorrow, and good luck! Here are a few different views of it, and also...

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FRIDAY TIDBIT: Clutches

A clutch is the part that separates the engine from the transmission on manual transmission vehicles. There are two main parts to the clutch: The Pressure Plate, and the Clutch Disc. The pressure plate smashes the clutch disc against the flywheel of the engine when engaged. When the clutch pedal is pushed down it releases the pressure off...

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Come And Visit Us Tomorrow At The "What A Woman Wants Show"!

Tomorrow we will be at the What A Woman Wants Show at the South Town Expo Center in Sandy! Visit us at the ACDelco Knowledge Is Power booth between 10am and 12noon! The ACDelco booth will be there Friday and Saturday all day both days, but Gines Auto Service will be there specifically between 10am and 12noon. See you the...

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EXTRA Thomas The Train Entries

If you come and visit us at the ACDelco Knowledge Is Power booth at the What A Woman Wants Show this Friday, April 8th at the South Town Expo Center. We will be there from 10am to 12noon, and you will be able to get extra entries for "Day Out With Thomas" on the Heber Valley Railroad! We will only be there taking extra entries on Friday morning from 10am to 12noon, so make sure you come early and find us! Visit the What...

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Bendix Brake Bounce Back Special

Come into our shop any time between now and May 31st, and receive a coupon worth up to $30 for a future visit! Here is what you need to know: Brake job must be done in our shop between April 1st 2011 and May 31st 2011 The amount of coupon you will receive depends on what you have done: Brake pad or shoes: worth $10 per axle...

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WHAT IS IT picture for 4/7/11

Here is the picture that will be posted on our Facebook page tomorrow, Thursday March 31st. The first person to correctly identify this vehicle part will receive $10 off their next service. Remember, do not start guessing until it's posted on our Facebook page tomorrow, and good luck! ...

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Candles For Mothers' Day!

To say thank you to all the mothers on all the time and dedication you put into your mothering, you will receive a free candle or scent bar of your choice with each oil change, while supplies last. Now through Mothers' Day! Happy Mothers' Day, and thanks for all you ...

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Four FREE Tickets To "What A Woman Wants Show"! COME AND GET THEM!

We have four FREE tickets to the "What A Woman Wants Show" this Friday 10am to 8pm and Saturday 10am to 6pm at the South Town Expo Center. The first person to come in our shop and ask for them, GETS THEM! We are located at 4261 W 5415 S in Kearns. We close at 6pm tonight. GOOD LUCK! COME AND GET THEM! Make sure to come and see us Friday...

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FRIDAY TIDBIT: Master Cylinder

The master cylinder is the main part of the hydraulics for the brakes.  When you step on the brake pedal it pushes a rod into the master cylinder which is full of fluid.  That pushes the fluid out to each wheel and applies the brakes. For more tidbits of information like this one, visit our Auto Care Tips Pa...

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