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What is a Timing Belt?

The timing belt is set off by itself in its own compartment, but it serves a critical role in the overall functioning of the engine and its components. It connects to and operates both the camshaft and the crankshaft through the power it receives from the engine.

By connecting to the crankshaft, the timing belt provides the crankshaft with the power it needs to supply other parts, such as the clutch, with the force they need to function. The camshaft, by comparison, receives the power it receives from the engine through the help of the timing belt. 

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Brake Pads are Essential to Stopping Your Vehicle

Your brake pads are absolutely essential to the overall functionality of your brake system. They are what give your vehicle the stopping power that it needs, and as such, will naturally suffer from some of the worst wear and tear. With that in mind, it is a good idea to have a basic understanding of how the system works for when it comes time to replace your brake pads.

Your brake pads stop your vehicle by making contact with the rotors while they turn, squeezing them to a stop. 

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The Importance of Your Dashboard Warning Lights

We at Piazza Honda of Pottstown encourage drivers throughout Limerick, PA to keep a check on the vehicle warning indicator lights which illuminate when a problem or malfunction is discovered in any vehicle. These warning lights should be understood by our valued clients in Limerick so that you can keep up with your immediate or routine vehicle maintenance.

Among the range of vehicle warning lights we believe our customers should be aware of are many common indicators.

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Keep Your Car Headlights Clear

You are about to head out on the road. You've washed your car and cleaned the interior of the vehicle. Did you pay any extra attention to the headlights? Headlights are a very important part of your vehicle. They allow you to see the road in dark, cloudy, misty, or foggy weather. Keep your headlights clear and clean to improve your safety while driving out on the road. If you hope to clean or maintain your headlights at home, we are happy to share some things required to clean your headlights.

Cleaning your headlights is actually a very simple…

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