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 is one way to prolong the alternator's life.  Many people think that when a battery is ran dead the alternator can charge the battery all the way. That is false. The alternator will only put a partial charge back on the battery and this will in time shorten the life of the alternator and the battery.  The battery should be brought back to a full charge using a battery charger.

For more tips and information like this one, visit our Auto Care Tips Page.

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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 workshop is free, but you will need to register!

Because of the high-demand at our last workshops, we are now holding this two nights! To keep the workshops as relaxed and friendly as possible, each workshop will be limited to 25 participants. Our last workshop filled up fast, so register as soon as possible!

Please choose which date below you would like to attend:

• Register here for Wednesday June 15th
• Register here for Thursday June 16th

Read more about what participants at our last workshop said about their experience.

If you’re a woman who makes decisions about repairs on your vehicle, you know that knowledge is power. That’s why Gines Auto Service in Kearns, UT  is happy to announce the dates for their semi-annual FREE Women’s Auto Care Workshops, sponsored by ACDelco.

Learn about:

• the importance of regular maintenance
• how to recognize problems with your vehicle
• how to talk to your technician
• a question and answer session (so bring all the questions you may have!)
• any other subjects you would like to learn about
• and much more, all in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere

Get ready for a different kind of “ladies’ night” — the Women’s Auto Care Workshop. Because knowledge really is power. Sponsored by ACDelco automotive parts.

DINNER WILL BE PROVIDED!

DOOR PRIZES will also be given out!

Gines Auto Service is providing a night out and some excellent advice on vehicle maintenance for busy women. As part of the ACDelco "Knowledge Is Power" women's initiative, Gines Auto Service is offering free workshops on Wednesday June 15th 2011 and Thursday June 16th 2011 at 6:30pm both nights. The workshop is designed to better acquaint women with vehicle maintenance needs and instill confidence in their ability to manage vehicle service needs.

Share this with your friends!

• PRINT a flyer and registration form and give to friends and family.
• Using your smartphone, scan the QR Code below and send via text or email:

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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 website!

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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 luck!

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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! The next winner will be chosen on Monday May 16th.

Congratulations Erin!

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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 only air to the engine.

For more tidbits like this, visit our Auto Care Tips Page.

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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 this, visit our Auto Care Tips page.

Stay tuned to our Facebook page next Thursday for another WHAT IS IT?! picture, and Friday for a tidbit of information about that vehicle part.

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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 Chad pointing to it on the underside of a car.

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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 the clutch disc.

For more tidbits like this, visit our Auto Care Tips Page.

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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 there!

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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 A Woman Wants Show web page for complete details on how to purchase tickets to the show.

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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 (up to $20 maximum)
• Brake drums or rotors: worth $5 per axle (up to $10 maximum)
• We will present you with a form that you will mail in, along with our service receipt dated April 1st to May 31st.
• The forms must be postmarked by June 30th 2011, and received by July 15th 2011.
• Limit one service voucher per household
• Bendix will mail you a coupon good for up to $30 to be used at a future visit with Gines Auto Service.

If you have any additional questions, please call us at (801) 966-6021.

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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 do!

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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 morning from 10am to 12noon at the "ACDelco Knowledge Is Power" booth! We will be promoting and answering questions about the "FREE Women's Auto Care Workshops: Knowledge Is Power".  Make sure to come and say hi to us! We love visitors!

You will be able to enter to win tickets to "Day Out With Thomas" on the Heber Valley Railroad from 10am to 12noon on Friday only, so stop by early! If you have already entered, you will get extra entries for visiting us at our booth on 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 Page.

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