The coolant, or antifreeze, in your radiator circulates throughout your engine block keeping it cool. Like all engine fluids, such as oil, your coolant needs to be checked regularly. While having your coolant checked we are looking for two things: the amount of fluid and the overall quality of the fluid.
The radiator allows hot coolant to expand into the overflow tank as the engine’s temperature rises. As the engine cools it then creates a slight vacuum that draws the fluid back from the overflow tank and into the vehicle’s radiator. Insuring that the radiator cap remains sealed allows the coolant to expand and contract without the loss of the fluid itself. You can check the levels of the coolant by looking at two indicators on the side of the overflow tank. One of these indicators shows the safe operating level for when the engine is hot, the other for when it is cold. If the levels are slightly lower than the indicator it is safe to add a small amount of water bringing the coolant back to a normal level. As always you should exercise caution when maintaining your own vehicle. Some vehicles’ overflow tanks are pressurized when hot and cause the removal of the radiator caps to be hazardous. These types of tanks should normally be marked with a warning decal.
If the overflow tank is close to or completely empty you will need to add a mixture of antifreeze and water to the radiator. Before attempting to do so make sure your vehicle has had adequate time to cool and the radiator hose is no longer hot. While checking the levels of the coolant be sure to check the quality of the coolant as well. If the coolant is brownish or appears dirty, it may be time to have your coolant flushed. We recommend that you have your coolant flushed every 15k to 30k miles or every one to two years. If your vehicle is in need of a coolant exchange stop by your local Carl Black Service Department and bring the available 10% coupon. Hurry This offer ends 01/31/10.
As a special “Thank You” to our owners, please accept this offer of Owner Loyalty Cash. See current incentives for your Owner Loyalty Cash savings on most 2009 & 2010 GM vehicles. This offer is in addition to most current incentives. Offer ends 02/01/2010.
2010 Chevy Vehicles
Owner Loyalty Cash*
+
APR**
(60 mo.)
OR
Owner Loyalty Cash*
+
Customer Cash
=
Total Cash Savings***
Aveo
$1,000
+
6.9%
OR
$1,000
+
-
=
$1,000
Cobalt
$1,000
+
2.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
Malibu
$1,000
or
0%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
Impala
$1,000
+
2.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
Corvette (exl ZR1)
$1,000
+
STD
OR
$1,000
+
-
=
$1,000
HHR
$1,000
+
4.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$1,000
=
$2,000
Traverse
$1,000
+
2.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$1,500
=
$2,500
Tahoe
$1,000
+
2.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
Suburban
$1,000
+
2.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
Avalanche
$1,000
+
2.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
Colorado
$1,000
+
2.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$1,000
=
$2,000
Silverado 1500 Reg
$1,000
+
3.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$1,500
=
$2,500
Silverado 1500 Ext
$1,000
+
3.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
Silverado 1500 Crew
$1,000
+
3.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
Silverado 2500 HD
$1,000
+
3.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
Silverado 3500 HD
$1,000
+
3.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
Express
$1,000
+
4.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$1,000
=
$2,000
2010 Buick Vehicles
Owner Loyalty Cash*
+
APR**
(60 mo.)
OR
Owner Loyalty Cash*
+
Customer Cash
=
Total Cash Savings***
Enclave
$1,000
+
1.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$1,500
=
$2,500
LaCrosse****
$1,000
+
5.9%
OR
$1,000
+
-
=
$1,000
Lucerne
$1,000
+
2.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
2010 GMC Vehicles
Owner Loyalty Cash*
+
APR**
(60 mo.)
OR
Owner Loyalty Cash*
+
Customer Cash
=
Total Cash Savings***
Acadia
$1,000
+
1.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$1,500
=
$2,500
Canyon
$1,000
+
2.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$1,000
=
$2,000
Savana
$1,000
+
4.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$1,000
=
$2,000
Sierra 1500 Reg
$1,000
+
3.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$1,500
=
$2,500
Sierra 1500 Ext
$1,000
+
3.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
Sierra 1500 Crew
$1,000
+
3.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
Sierra 2500 HD
$1,000
+
3.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
Sierra 3500 HD
$1,000
+
3.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
Terrain*****
$1,000
+
6.9%
OR
$1,000
+
-
=
$1,000
Yukon
$1,000
+
2.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
Yukon XL
$1,000
+
2.9%
OR
$1,000
+
$2,000
=
$3,000
* Eligible owners must own/lease a 1999 or newer model year Chevy, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, Pontiac, Saturn, Saab, HUMMER or Oldsmobile. Owner Loyalty Cash excludes 2010: Chevy Camaro, Corvette ZR1, Equinox; Buick LaCrosse; GMC Terrain; Cadillac SRX Crossover; HUMMER H1, HUMMER H2 and 2009: Chevy Corvette ZR1, Kodiak (except Chevy Kodiak C4500), GMC TopKick (except GMC TopKick C4500); and all HUMMER vehicles. Take delivery from 1/5/10 through 2/1/10. Not available with some offers. Proof of ownership is required. Offer may not be combined with other private offers. On GMAC SmartLease contracts, this allowance must be utilized to reduce the capitalized cost of the amount to finance through the GMAC SmartLease contract. On GMAC SmartLease contracts, this offer may not be offered as cash to the customer. Other restrictions may apply.See dealer for details.
** For 0.0% APR, monthly payment for every $1000 you finance is $27.78 for 36 months; $20.83 for 48 months; $16.67 for 60 months; $13.89 for 72 months. For 1.9% APR, monthly payment for every $1000 you finance is $28.60 for 36 months; $21.65 for 48 months; $17.48 for 60 months. For 2.9% APR, monthly payment for every $1000 you finance is $29.04 for 36 months; $22.09 for 48 months; $17.92 for 60 months. For 3.9% APR, monthly payment for every $1000 you finance is $29.48 for 36 months; $22.53 for 48 months; $18.37 for 60 months. For 4.9% APR, monthly payment for every $1000 you finance is $29.93 for 36 months; $22.98 for 48 months; $18.83 for 60 months. For 6.9% APR, monthly payment for every $1000 you finance is $30.83 for 36 months; $23.90 for 48 months; $19.75 for 60 months; $17.00 for 72 months. Example down payment is 12%. Length of contract limited. See dealer for details.
*** Includes Consumer Cash and Bonus Cash. Must be used towards the purchase of a vehicle. Take delivery by 02/01/2010. Not available with some other offers. See your dealer for details.
**** ‘10 LaCrosse Loyalty Private Offer. $1,000 Loyalty to current owners/lessees of ‘99 or newer Buick/Pontiac/Oldsmobile Vehicle.
***** ‘10 Terrain Loyalty Private Offer. $1,000 Loyalty to current owners/lessees of ‘99 or newer GMC/Pontiac/Oldsmobile/Rendezvous/Rainier/Terraza Vehicle.
The quality of your tires can increase your safety, fuel efficiency and handling of your vehicle. Here are some tips on how to prolong the life of your tires.
Maintain the correct tire pressure for your car’s tires.
Your tire’s air pressure specifications are normally located in your glove compartment or on the sides of your doors. Maintaining your tire’s air pressure allows your vehicle to run more smoothly and give you increased mileage. If your tire’s air pressure is to low they will drag on the road creating friction which can lead to decreased mileage. Having your tires properly inflated will ensure good balance, better handling and grip.
Always rotate your tires.
Ideally you should rotate your tires every 6,000 to 7,000 miles or once every six months. During a tire rotation three things occur. Firstly, all tires are properly inflated. Secondly, all four of your vehicle’s tires are rotated. Thirdly, a physical inspection of your brakes is made as the tires are removed. Having your tires rotated will help with equal amount of wear on all four tires. Having even tire wear is desirable to maintain consistent performance of your vehicle.
Ensure your wheels are properly aligned.
Ensuring your wheels are properly aligned is not just for your safety, better handling and fuel efficiency but also helps ensure uniform wear on your tires. Badly aligned wheels will lead to difficult handling, accelerated tire wear, poor fuel economy, and excessive wear on your vehicle’s suspension. You can help protect your investment by checking your vehicle’s alignment, if you notice any of the following you may need to have your vehicle’s tires aligned. Excessive or uneven wear, steering wheel pulls left or right, feeling of looseness or wandering, steering wheel vibration or shimmy, or if your steering wheel is not centered when your car is moving straight forward.
Make sure you’re taking care of your vehicle by getting a Free Alignment and Free Lifetime Tire Rotations when you purchase four (4) new tires for your vehicle.
Your vehicle’s tire pressure is the measurement of air in the vehicle’s tires, in pounds per square inch. Your tire pressure is not only important for the care of your tires but is also a crucial safety issue. Next to your breaks your tires are the most important safety device on your vehicle. If your tires are not properly inflated it can lead to compromised cornering, braking, stability, increased fuel consumption and in worst case scenarios, tire failure.
To ensure that your vehicles tires are properly inflated you need to get an accurate reading. When taking a tire pressure reading your vehicle’s tires should be cold and idle for at least three hours prior. After you have taken the tires’ pressure reading make sure it is within range as instructed by your vehicles manufacturer. This information can usually be found on the inside of the driver side door or in your vehicle’s owner manual.
One way to insure your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated and do not lose and gain pressure with the surrounding temperature is to have them filled with nitrogen. The nitrogen molecule is bigger than its air oxygen counterpart which allows the pressure in the tires to stay at its optimum level for a longer period of time. By not allowing the tire pressure to fluctuate your tires will last longer and you will avoid problems usually associated with standard oxygen. Also, nitrogen reduces the risk of a blow out if your tires overheat.
If you would like to experience the advantages of a NitroFill first hand stop by your local Carl Black Dealership. Also, for a limited time, we are offering $10.00 Off a NitroFill. Just visit our Service Specials page by clicking the link below and make sure to bring the coupon on your next visit.
As a special “Thank You” to our owners, please accept this offer of Owner Loyalty Cash. See 
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Your vehicle’s tire pressure is the measurement of air in the vehicle’s tires, in pounds per square inch. Your tire pressure is not only important for the care of your tires but is also a crucial safety issue. Next to your breaks your tires are the most important safety device on your vehicle. If your tires are not properly inflated it can lead to compromised cornering, braking, stability, increased fuel consumption and in worst case scenarios, tire failure.