WCCO's Car Care

WCCO's Car Care

  • 26 minutes 52 seconds
    Cleaning the Battery, Windshield Replacement Process, Warming up a Diesel Truck
    The importance of keeping your battery clean. The process of changing a windshield. Keeping a battery charged for a vehicle in storage. How long should a diesel pickup truck be warmed up in the winter? Does windchill impact a vehicle? Be careful with extended warranties. Concerns over automatic lights. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316.
    20 December 2025, 11:14 am
  • 27 minutes 49 seconds
    Driving on Low Tire Pressure, Warming up a Vehicle in the Winter, Tire Rotation Tips
    Does it matter how much fuel is in your vehicle in the winter time? How long can you drive on tires with low pressure. How big of a difference do engine additives like Seafoam make? Is there still a difference between summer and winter gas? Jump starting a hybrid. What to know if you want to warm up your car in the winter. Battery tender basics. Tire rotation information. What happens when a battery freezes. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316.
    13 December 2025, 11:12 am
  • 28 minutes 16 seconds
    Time To Check The Tires, Tips to Clearing the Windshield, Battery Changing Basics
    With all the snow it would be a good idea to make sure your tires are in good shape. How to clean and maintain wheels. Are there differences in windshield washer fluids? How ice and frost can damage windshield wipers. Why its important to have a full tank of gas in the winter. Repairing and replacing an axel. How to change your own battery. Seeing problems with the starter. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316.
    6 December 2025, 11:16 am
  • 26 minutes 57 seconds
    Fixing a flat, Gearing up for winter, and maintaining a PSI!
    It is that time of the year! The snow is falling and the temperatures have dropped significantly which means Nick Stoffel of Lloyd's Automotive is here if you need to monitor your car’s upkeep in the winter! We tackle your car questions regarding tires, tire pressures, CV joints, check engine lights, spark plugs, power steering issues and much more! Be sure to reach out to Nick and his team at Lloyds Automotive by visiting lloydsautomotive.net or you can call 651-228-1316
    29 November 2025, 1:47 pm
  • 27 minutes 53 seconds
    Why Tires Could Start Making Noise, Why Headlights Seem Brighter, Testing The Battery
    Why tires could start getting noisy. Accuracy of tire gauges. Are headlights getting brighter? Does temperature impact windshield repair? Is catalytic converter theft still a major problem? Fixing a stuck seatbelt. What to know when testing the battery. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316.
    22 November 2025, 11:13 am
  • 27 minutes 20 seconds
    Brake Fluid Testing, Inspecting Suspension, Caring for the Key Fob
    Lloyds Automotive continues to expand. Hiring quality mechanics. When to inspect and replace brake fluid. What could cause "clunking" noises when making a turn in your vehicle. Why is antifreeze different colors? How to know when a torque converter is failing. When to change windshield wipers. How to properly maintain your key fob. Repairing small scratches and dents. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316.
    15 November 2025, 11:05 am
  • 28 minutes 27 seconds
    Picking a Good Mechanic, Explaining the CARFAX System, Following the Fluid Maintenance Schedule
    Resolving backup camera issues. Changing transmission fluid. How to pick a good mechanic. Figuring out why a car will not start. How the CARFAX system gets their data. Repairing the gear shifter. Why heat may not be working in your vehicle. The importance of following the fluid maintenance schedule. Checking for audio and navigation problems. Rubber vs. silicone wiper blades. Why heated seats wont get warm. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316.
    8 November 2025, 11:31 am
  • 27 minutes 41 seconds
    Wheel Bearing Basics, Time to Check Tire Pressure, Summer Tires vs. Winter Tires
    Denny had to make another trip to Lloyd's for a wheel bearing issue in his vehicle. What are the signs you need to get a wheel bearing fixed and what could happen if that maintenance is delayed. Common causes behind humming sounds. Tire pressure problems. Is it time to switch summer tires for winter tires or invest in an all season tire? Tire rotation frequency. How to check your vehicle if it is recalled. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316.
    1 November 2025, 10:36 am
  • 26 minutes 2 seconds
    The Importance of Keeping Tires and Cars Winter Ready!
    Making sure you have good tires before the snow hits - we discuss the importance of tread and winter tires in Minnesota, check engine lights, internal temperature issues, headlights, antifreeze, battery drains, overfilled oil and more as we tackle your car car questions this morning! You can find Nick and his team at Lloyd’s Automotive, just visit lloydsautomotive.net or call 651-228-1316.
    25 October 2025, 12:46 pm
  • 26 minutes 57 seconds
    Storage Preparations, Adding After Market Features, The Purpose of the Stop/Start Feature
    Getting vehicles ready for storage. What to do and what not to do before putting your vehicle away for awhile. How to properly use a battery tender. How difficult is it to change the ignition? Can lane change sensors be added to a vehicle? Why heat may only work on one side of the vehicle. Signs of a bad battery connection. Why brakes begin to squeak. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316.
    18 October 2025, 10:02 am
  • 26 minutes 51 seconds
    Battery Basics, Getting Bugs Off of the Vehicle, Fuel Efficiency Failure
    Denny makes an unexpected trip to Lloyd's Automotive. What is the typical life of a battery? Preventing rust on your vehicle. Why high beams may not be staying on. Best way to remove bugs from the vehicle. Trailer brakes malfunctioning. Signs of your vehicle having poor fuel efficiency. How accurate are tire sensors? Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316.
    11 October 2025, 10:10 am
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