Road Trip Safety - Greater Toronto

SAFER ROAD TRIPS "Car trouble brings an abrupt end to vacation plans. The situation usually means more than just a repair bill. It can involve towing charges, lodging, and possibly a rental car.  Add to that, the cost of extra phone calls, meals, and general inconvenience, and the ordeal becomes expensive"-Car Care Council A maintenance […]

Keeping your car, truck or SUV on the road is extremely important to the service experts at North York Chrysler. We have always had a strong commitment to providing our loyal customers with expert advice and the most current information on all makes and models including Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, RAM, and FIAT. That is why we thought you would […]

What is My Correct Tire Pressure? North York Chrysler in Thornhill - Serving Toronto Your recommended tire pressure is printed on a sticker in your glove compartment, door jam or fuel filter door. This is the ideal pressure for the tires when used on your specific model vehicle. Note: The pressure on the tire wall […]

The engine's primary protection against debris and the premature wear that it causes is the oil filter. Proper lubrication by manufacturer-approved oil is vital to the performance and longevity of your engine. Failure to change your oil filter at Regular Intervals will cause your filter to become plugged causing tremendous long-term damage and straining your […]

Reasons To Do Wheel Alignment Service What is a wheel alignment? "A Wheel Alignment consists of adjusting the suspension, which connects the wheels to the vehicle.  A proper alignment adjusts the angles of the wheels so that they are perpendicular to the ground and parallel to each other." Here in Canada, we have 5 seasons: […]

This very simple and inexpensive service can make your car safer and save you money. Tires don't wear evenly for several reasons and as a result, should be rotated regularly. Consider that your front tires support over half the weight of your vehicle and are responsible for steering and 80% of the braking.  And the right […]

It's hard to imagine the world before air conditioning, especially when you are driving in rush hour traffic in August! It's not well known, but according to Automobile magazine the 1940 Packard was the first car to offer factory-installed air-conditioning. Thankfully, the trend caught on and by 1969 over half of all new cars sold came with […]

There is nothing worse than getting in your vehicle and discovering it won't start. You turn the key or push the button a few times and you either hear clicking or nothing at all. Thankfully, the service experts at North York Chrysler can help you diagnose this common problem. When our own mechanics and specialists face this […]

It's finally summer and time to enjoy some freedom and the open road. While this is the moment you've likely been waiting for after those brutal winter months, balmy weather can come with its own challenges, and a car overheating is definitely one of them. It is at the top of the list of reasons […]

When you see a spot or stain on your driveway or in your regular parking space it can make your stomach turn. It usually means that fluid is leaking from some part of your vehicle, and that there may be a problem. Often you can identify the source of your leak by the color, smell, […]