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Lincoln of Smithtown wants every driver to be informed about the safe operation of a vehicle. A compact spare tire, often called a donut, is provided with many new and used automobiles. This temporary spare is much different from a full-sized spare tire.

If you notice that your vehicle is getting fewer miles per gallon, it may be because there is a problem with the fuel pump. In many cases, faulty fuel system components allow too much gas to get into the engine. Ultimately, this causes the tank to run low faster than it would if these components were working properly.

We've all taken a look at containers of motor oil and wondered what exactly those little numbers meant. Well, here at Lincoln of Smithtown we encounter this question from customers all the time, so we figured that it was only reasonable to post a quick guide to motor oil viscosity.

You definitely don't want to overlook the need for wheel alignment. Wheel alignment is a professional service on your vehicle that keeps it running in a straight, safe fashion. Typically, you should consider getting a wheel alignment about every six months or as your manufacturer recommends. With that said, there are some signs you need a wheel alignment.

As warmer temperatures draw you outside, it provides a perfect opportunity to give some much-needed attention to your vehicle. By taking care of some necessary maintenance items now, you'll be able to enjoy the summer worry-free. Here are a few things that we at Lincoln of Smithtown suggest you take care of before you hit the road.

If you're used to driving on all-season tires, you might not even know that there are several types of winter tires. At Lincoln of Smithtown in Saint James, NY, we want you to know a little more about the types of winter tires that are available, especially if you didn't know that there was a difference in winter tires. 

Here at Lincoln of Smithtown, we understand that all of our readers want to be as informed as possible when it comes to protecting their vehicle. Road salt is one way that vehicles can become incredibly damaged come winter, but this problem isn't often understood by vehicle-owners. Here are a few tips that can help prevent damage from road salt.

We can all agree it is a great feeling when you push that pedal down and your car responds like the fine-tuned machine that it is. We can also all agree that there is no feeling worse in the world than pushing that brake pedal down to stop and feeling it sink into the floor, with the car barely slowing in response. Unfortunately if you neglect to perform routine maintenance on the hoses that carry the brake fluid, you may find yourself in this dangerous situation - a situation our qualified service workers at Lincoln of Smithtown in Saint James, NY…

The winter months are known for being challenging for any vehicle. This is the time of the year when a vehicle is exposed to extreme weather conditions and climates. This is also a time when winter wiper blades should be at their optimal shape and condition. The following is a small look at the importance of winter wiper blades, prepared for you by our Lincoln service professionals.

The most important reason that wiper blades during the winter time is important is because of the weather conditions that are present at the time. This means icy and frozen windows and snow…

When you purchase a car, the mechanics at Lincoln of Smithtown will always recommend that you have all routine maintenance, including oil changes, performed here with us. Often, you can save money on things like oil changes at the dealership for a designated period after the purchase, but what about when that perk runs out? It's still best to have all maintenance done at the dealership.