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Your wheel alignment has a lot to do with both the handling and ride quality of your Volvo vehicle, and our expert Volvo technicians are here to help. At LaFontaine Volvo Cars of Farmington Hills, our Volvo Service Center has the equipment and know-how to restore your vehicle’s alignment and give you the like-new handling and ride quality you deserve.

Two really important parts of your vehicle are the cabin filter and the engine filter. If you don't know what these important filters do, then it's important to find out how they both keep your vehicle in top shape. Here is a quick overview of what a cabin filter and a engine filter does for your vehicle.

First, the cabin filter is responsible for prevent dust, pollen and other air debris from entering your vehicles cabin. This ensure that you have quality air for you and your passengers. If you begin to detect a strange odor from your…

Buying a new car gives you the opportunity to drive around in a vehicle in which you can take pride. You want to keep it looking new as long as possible, which requires regular washings. As important as washing is for your vehicle, it's also important to wax the vehicle regularly as well. Come to LaFontaine Volvo Cars of Farmington Hills to get automotive maintenance tips as well as advice on car washing and waxing.

Many car owners believe that washing their vehicle once a week is all that's required to keep it looking good. 

Mufflers are part of the exhaust system for vehicles with internal combustion engines. They help to quiet down the noise associated with running the car's engine. All of the gas fumes pass through the exhaust system and are eventually released through the muffler into the air.

Your vehicle has a spare tire that will come in handy when you get a flat or a blowout. There are two types of tires available. First, there is a full-size spare tire. The other type of tire is the compact, otherwise known as the donut tire. You will want to distinguish the difference between the two in emergency situations.

Some Farmington Hills, MI motorists only think about their tires when they're severely under-inflated or failing. Given the critical role that tires play in ensuring overall safety, it's important to give them the care and attention they deserve. At LaFontaine Volvo Cars of Farmington Hills, we want to help locals understand why tire pressure matters.

The timing belt in your engine is a crucial component part. The timing belt is responsible for the operation and coordination of the crankshaft and camshaft.

The crankshaft itself manages the workings of the engine’s pistons. 

One of the worst substances in the world for your vehicle is salt. It gets on the roads when there are reports that winter weather is coming, and then it gets splashed up on your vehicle. The salt can get into the various parts of the car and begin to rust it out and more. 

As a trusted Volvo dealer, we do like it when you, as a car owner, know how to care for your car. It's our goal to make sure you become an informed vehicle owner. Did you know that eliminating car odors can sometimes be done for under a dollar? That's right. It doesn't have to be an expensive proposition to get rid of any unpleasant smells in your car.

You might wonder how it can be so cheap to maintain your car's interior. Baking soda is the secret weapon to help eliminate car odors, including everything…