Sovel's Auto Service On Your Serpentine Belt
March 17, 2020
Today we're going to be talking about serpentine belts for our Novi, Michigan, customers. Let's start by talking about the accessories that are driven by the serpentine belt. First is the alternator. That's the device that makes electricity to power the vehicle and recharge the battery. Then th... More
Fresh Air Inside Your Car in Novi
March 16, 2020
Air quality has certainly become a hot issue in our modern world. We install air filters on our ventilation systems and in our vacuum cleaners. There's a filter that cleans the air going into our vehicle's engine so why not one for the air in the passenger compartment?Foreign and domestic vehic... More
Odometer Rollback on Your Novi, Michigan Vehicle
March 15, 2020
How do Novi drivers know if an odometer is telling the truth?Well, back in '86, Congress passed the Truth-in-Mileage Act to protect Michigan consumers against mileage fraud. It says a Michigan seller must certify the mileage reported is the actual mileage.To have your odometer checked in Novi, ... More
By the Numbers: Tire Replacement at Sovel's Auto Service in Novi
March 15, 2020
Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It's like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, Novi drivers know that it's not just graffiti, but to most of us, it might as well be. Would you like to know what all those codes on your tire mean? It won't lead you to buried treasure, but it c... More
The Right Automotive Fluids for Novi Drivers
March 14, 2020
All those automotive fluids can be confusing for Novi drivers. Recent years have brought new grades of engine oil, types of transmission fluid, coolant and brake fluid. The right fluid protects your vehicle and helps it perform at its best. The wrong fluid won't work as well and could even cause ... More
The Sovel's Auto Service Guide to Custom Wheels
March 13, 2020
If you're interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your vehicle, there are a few things you should know first.Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not all wheels are created equal. Too many Novi drivers have bought a set of wheels that caught their eye, then, a... More
Keep Your Cool in Novi
March 12, 2020
Novi drivers rely on their vehicle's coolant system to keep their engine cool. Coolant (also called antifreeze) mixed with water flows through your vehicle engine and absorbs heat. The mixture then flows out to the radiator where it's cooled by air flowing over the radiator. From there the coola... More
Keep It Flowing with a Fuel Filter Replacement at Sovel's Auto Service
March 11, 2020
The function of the fuel filter is pretty self-explanatory. It filters your fuel. The fuel filter is in the fuel line somewhere in between the fuel tank and the engine. Both gas and diesel vehicles around Novi use fuel filters. For more information about your fuel filter, visit Sovel's Auto Servi... More
Tire Rotation and Balancing at Sovel's Auto Service in Novi
March 10, 2020
Tires do a lot of work for Novi drivers. They transfer engine power and braking forces to the road; they handle steering control; and they cushion all those bumps and jolts while driving around Novi. They also support the entire weight of the vehicle, including you and your passengers. With such... More
Battery Basics for Novi
March 9, 2020
It's important for Novi drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery hot or cold Michigan weather. Most Novi area drivers think it's cold weather because that's when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold vehicle engine. However, he... More