Oil Check at Every Other Fill-up

One point we want to drive home to our readers is that motor oil truly is the lifeblood of your vehicle. Too many vehicle problems and breakdowns are caused by poor oil habits. One habit that we should all pick up is to check our oil every other time we get gas. Even in newer vehicles, your oil level is going to get low, it is just a matter of time. So, every other time you find yourself at the pump, just follow the following procedure for an accurate reading of your oil level.

3 Driving Tips for Better Gas Mileage

Gas is expensive and there’s no way around it. The best way to fight gas prices is to maximize your gas mileage. Here are three ways to dramatically increase your gas mileage for free by just changing a few driving habits.

How to be Nice to Your Battery

Car batteries can go years without giving you any trouble. But when they do start acting up, they can really be a pain in your backside and leave you stranded in inconvenient places. Here are a few simple tips to keep your battery clean and running mean for as long as possible.

Cool Trick to Test Your Oil

By the time you reach fall, the extra heat and increased traffic on the road during the summer has already taken a toll on your vehicle’s oil. These extra factors can make your engine oil lose its effectiveness faster than normal. Here’s a cool trick to visually test your oil to see if it still has more miles left in the tank or if it is need of a change.

The Meaning of Octane

You see it every time you fuel up at the gas station—octane. What does it mean? Am I using the right one? Continue reading to find out what octane actually means and if you are using the right octane grade.

Service Reminder: Air Filter

The start of fall is a great time to check and replace your air filter. During the summer, a mixture of additional driving time and extra pollen and dust floating around in the air can really dirty up and clog your air filter.

Prepare for the Unexpected

Even the most cautious of people find themselves in unexpected situations on the road, whether from a pothole, car accident, or car problems. Take a few easy steps and prepare an emergency kit ahead of time to make sure you are prepared to take care of you and your family when the unexpected strikes.

Tire Blowout Prevention

Summer is slowly winding down, but there is always time for some fun. However, tire problems can seriously dampen any plans of fun adventures. Here are a few tire tips to help keep you safe and on the road through the end of summer and beyond.

Tips to Prepare your Vehicle for the Back-to-School Grind

When school is starting up, it is important to take a few steps in order to make sure your car is prepared for the back-to-school daily grind. There are two easy steps that ensure your car stays on the road and not on the side of the road.

How Oil Changes Can Increase MPG

Dirty oil does a poor job of lubricating and cleaning your engine. This inefficiency makes your engine work a little harder, which also hurts your miles per gallon. By changing your oil, you are making sure your engine is running at optimal efficiency.

Synthetic Oil v. Conventional Oil

When you change your motor oil, whether at Jiffy Lube or in your garage, you have a choice between synthetic oil and conventional oil. Do you know the difference? What blend is better for your vehicle? Does it really matter? Continue reading to find out!

How Often Should You Change Your Oil?

Motor oil is the life blood of your vehicle. Oil’s main job is to lubricate and clean the moving parts of your engine. In other words, oil keeps your vehicle running. It is also vital to change your motor oil often. The general rule of thumb is that you should change your oil every 3 months or every 3,000 miles, whichever comes first. However, this is not always the case. Continue reading to find out why!

5 Ways to Increase Your MPG and Save Money

We all want more bang out of our buck. The following is a list of 5 ways you can increase the miles per gallon of your vehicle, thereby saving you money at the pump.

Summer Checklist for Your Vehicle

Nothing ruins a beautiful summer day more than car problems. Here’s a checklist to make sure your vehicle continues to conquer the long, hot days of summer.

Tires: Keep them Pumped and Rotated

Simple tire maintenance can both increase the life of your tires and optimize your gas mileage. Driving with over or under inflated tires can weaken your tires, cause uneven wear and impact your gas mileage. Here are a few simple tasks you can do in order to optimize the life of your tires and keep you safe on the road.

Summer Tip: Clean & Replace Wiper Blades

Have you ever been caught in a rain shower only to find out your wipers do not work properly? Your windshield turns into a streaky puddle and you can’t see a thing. Take a few easy steps in order to make sure you can see out your windshield when those nasty showers strike. The following are a few easy suggestions on how to keep your wipers working:

How to Maintain Your Air Filter

Did you know a dirty air filter can severely decrease the performance of your vehicle and lower your gas mileage? Just like you and me, your vehicle needs to breathe. However, the air quality outside is not always the greatest. Your vehicle filters the airflow to your engine through the engine air filter. Over time, the filter gets dirty and clogged. When this happens, your engine struggles to breathe, which decreases performance and lowers your vehicles fuel efficiency by up to 14 percent. See your owner’s manual for how often your air filter should be checked and replaced.

Battery Maintenance

Everything starts with your battery. There is nothing worse than a dead battery when you’re in a remote location. If your 12 volt car battery does not answer the call every time you need it, then it’s time to take action because you won’t get far with a dead battery. Whether, your car needs a full battery replacement or just some clean battery terminals, Jiffy Lube Nevada has a battery service that will help your car to remain a self-starter. 

The battery supplies electrical power to the starter, along with the rest of the electrical components of the vehicle, which is necessary to start the engine. When the engine starts running, the charging system takes over to provide electricity to the various vehicle electrical systems.

Jiffy Lube Gift Card

Looking for that perfect gift? Look no further than Jiffy Lube. A Jiffy Lube gift card makes an excellent gift for any occasion. It’s the gift that keeps their car running.

Do you have a college student that is counting pennies? The Jiffy Lube gift card will give them one less thing to worry about: their car.

The Jiffy Lube App

Have you downloaded the Jiffy Lube App yet? You can find locations, set reminders, store vital records, get tips, and download coupons. The tools you need to help keep your vehicle in top shape, right at your fingertips!

Just download the app for FREE from the App Store for iPhones or from Google Play for Androids.

How to Properly Dispose of your Motor Oil

The Environmental Protection Agency estimates that about 185 million gallons of used motor oil are improperly disposed of by consumers each year—dumped on the ground, tossed in the trash, or poured down the drain. In fact, improperly dumped motor oil releases about 25 times more oil into the environment than spills from all modes of oil transportation combined.

The Jiffy Lube Signature Service Oil Change

With as much as you paid for your vehicle, you want to keep it on the road as long as possible. That's why we offer the Jiffy Lube Signature Service Oil Change. It's more than an oil change, it's preventive maintenance to change, inspect, check/fill and clean essential components of your vehicle and help keep it all running smoothly. By taking care of your vehicle with a Jiffy Lube Signature Service Oil Change, you’ll be getting the peace of mind that your vehicle will be with you for a long time.

Proper Maintenance for Severe Driving Conditions

Did you know that you are supposed to service your vehicle more frequently if you drive in “severe” conditions? Many drivers are surprised to find out that what they think are “normal” everyday conditions are actually “severe” conditions. Many drivers in Northern Nevada experience “severe” driving conditions on a daily basis. Read more to find out if you are one of them.

Vital Fluids Keep Your Vehicle Running

Did you know that a few simple tasks can keep your car on the road and out of the shop? Vehicles need fluid just like you need water to keep running. When different fluids in your vehicle run low, it hampers the efficiency of your vehicle and can cause severe damage to the moving parts in your vehicle. The following is a list of all the vital fluids that need to be checked and refilled on a regular basis:

Maintenance "Musts" that Keep Your Vehicle Running

The best and simplest way to keep your vehicle healthy is to keep it clean and lubricated. If you want to keep your vehicle on the road and out of the shop, make sure to change your oil and filters on a regular basis.

Welcome!

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