Which is why Advantage Auto Repair of Parker uses ACDelco Oil Filters:

• They are built using the worlds best design technology
• They reduce wear on your engine
• They have tight seals that prevent unfiltered oil from entering your engine
• They boast superior filter capacity, enhanced efficiency consistent flow management and high durability – making them some of the best performers on the market
• And they fit 99% of all cars, light-duty trucks and SUVs on the road today

Worth its weight in gold for your engine – ACDelco Ultraguard Gold Oil Filters.

Protecting engines better than any other oil filter on the market, ACDelco Ultraguard Gold Oil Filters are built using state-of-the-art filter technology that helps them reduce engine wear by 74%.

In addition, ACDelco Ultraguard Gold Oil Filters:

• Remove contaminants before they enter the engine
• Boast the highest efficiency rating on the market at 98%, trapping particles as small as 8-10 microns* (Based on an independent study)
• Ensure a fresh supply of oil to the bearings, rings and other moving parts
• Have a Teflon-coated gasket that protects against leakage and makes them easier to install and remove

ACDelco Duraguard Silver Oil Filters. Another precious metal guarding your precious engine.

Designed for tough driving, this ruffed performer helps protect your engine against the demands of difficult road and weather conditions. Duraguard Silver Oil Filters also:

• Use synthetic cellulose media, which helps trap harmful engine contaminants as small as 15 microns, so your engine is exposed to fewer damaging particles* (Based on an independent study.)
• Ensure a fresh supply of oil to the moving parts of your engine
• Have a Teflon-coated gasket that protects against leakage and makes them easier to install and remove
• Comes with a static-cling window sticker to help you remember to change your oil filter

Your protection from contaminants – ACDelco Duraguard Oil Filters

Rely on Duraguard Oil Filters to:

• Trap particles as small as 25 microns, insuring a clean supply of lubricating oil flow into the moving parts of your engine* (Based on an independent study.)
• Provide a leak-proof connection with the double lock seal at the base of the filter shell and gasket retainer plate, so dirty oil stays away from your engine
• Thermosetting adhesive seals hold the paper media in place for consistent, dependable oil filtration throughout the filter

ACDelco Oil Filters. A vital part of the Engine Management family.. As part of ACDelco’s Engine Management family, we offer a wide selection of spark plugs, fuel pumps, fuel filters, transmission filters and air filters. And out filters fit 99% of all cars, light-duty trucks and SUVs on the road today.

A name you can trust – with years of experience to prove it. ACDelco has been a leader in the automotive replacement parts business for more than 75 years. And, we’re proud to offer a full line of automotive parts for whatever you drive.

For more information about ACDelco Oil Filters, or any other part for your vehicle, please call Advantage Auto Repair of Parker at 303-805-8070

If you missed our Grand Opening here were a few highlights. Kurt Johnson, along with his racecar, of ACDelco NHRA Racing was there to sign autographs.

Team: Kurt Racing, Inc., Sugar Hill, Ga.
Race Car: ACDelco Pro Stock Chevy Cobalt
Date of Birth: March 23, 1963
Residence: Buford, Ga.
Birthplace: Virginia, Minn.
Family: Married; wife Kathy, sons Conner Emory and Jarrett Kurt, daughter Erin Elizabeth; father Warren, mother Arlene

Career Performances

Career Best Elapsed Time: 6.646 seconds, June 2006, Joliet, Ill.
Career Best Top Speed: 207.72 mph, February 2006, Pomona, Calif.
Career National Event Wins: 35
Most Recent Win: 2006 O’Reilly Mid-South NHRA Nationals Memphis, Tenn.
Career No. 1 Qualifiers: 27
Most Recent No. 1 Qualifier: 2005 O’Reilly Mid-South Nationals, Memphis, Tenn.

2006 Highlights

• Won the 2006 O’Reilly Mid-South Nationals in Memphis, Tenn., defeating Jason Line on a holeshot in the final to move into fourth place on the all-time NHRA Pro Stock winner’s list with 35 national event wins.
• Won the 2006 Carquest Auto Parts Nationals in Joliet, Ill., using a career-best 6.646-second elapsed time to defeat Greg Anderson on a holeshot.
• Won the 2006 Summitracing.com Nationals in Las Vegas, Nev., marking the twelfth consecutive year he has won at least one race, which is the longest active streak in Pro Stock and the second longest among all NHRA professional categories.
• Established new career best in top speed with his 207.72 mph run during qualifying at the Carquest Auto Parts Winternationals in Pomona, Calif., on February 11, 2006.

Career Highlights

• First Pro Stock driver in NHRA history to run a 6-second elapsed time (6.988 seconds, Englishtown, N.J., on May 20, 1994); first member of Holley 6-Second Pro Stock Club.
• 1993 NHRA Rookie of the Year (won three events and finished second to his father, Warren, in championship).
• 35 NHRA national event victories (fourth among Pro Stock drivers)
• 65 final-round appearances (35 wins and 30 runners-up).
• Third Member of Speed-Pro 200 mph Pro Stock Club (ran 200.13 mph on March 14, 1998).
• 27 career No. 1 qualifiers.
• Winning streak: Has won at least one national event for 12 consecutive years.
• Top-10 finishes: Has finished in top 10 in NHRA championship in every season of 13-year driving career.
• Four-time runner-up in NHRA championship (1993, 2000, 2003, 2005).
• Rounds won: 440 round wins, 244 losses through August 21, 2006 (684 total rounds, 64% winning average).

Describe; don’t diagnose. Similar to going to the doctor, you want to relate the symptoms, but you wouldn’t prescribe treatment. It works that same way for automobile service. Tape your notes to your steering wheel. The Advantage Auto Repair technician you talk to may not be the technician who works on your vehicle, but whoever does will likely sit in the driver seat at some point.

Check service hours. With your busy schedule, early bird of late-night drop-off service may be convenient. Be sure to follow up with a phone call to check on the status of your vehicle.

Understand the service to be performed. After the inspection and diagnose, you should expect to receive a thorough explanation of the maintenance or repairs to be performed on your vehicle. Also, be sure to get a hard copy of a signed estimate for parts and labor so there are no surprises at vehicle pickup time.

Rate may vary. There is a flat rate for some repairs and an hourly rate for others. When in doubt, ask the Advantage Auto Repair technician. Also make sure to ask about vehicle service contracts.

A service contract is a protection plan. It provides coverage for your vehicle in the event of mechanical failure beyond the manufacturer’s warranty. Similar to car insurance, you pay for the protection even if your vehicle performs flawlessly.

Advantage Auto Repair of Parker is equipped with the manpower, training and technology to get your vehicle up and running smoothly. When you take advantage of our expertise, and get:

Dependable ACDelco parts – With a complete parts offering covering Ford, DaimlerChrysler, import vehicles and GM, you can be sure that we have the quality parts to fix any automotive problems, on any make or model of vehicle.

Extensive warranty coverage – All ACDelco parts are backed by some of the most comprehensive warranties in the automotive repair business.

ACDelco service training – A team of trained professionals provides technical expertise and training to keep our service technicians on the cutting edge of today’s fast-moving automotive technology. With this knowledge, out technicians can diagnose problems and make repairs quickly and efficiently, helping to raise that bar for industry repair standards.

Equipment – We’ve invested in state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment that gives our technicians the tools to get the job done right every time.

The ACDelco Consumer Assurance Program – In the event that an ACDelco part installed by Advantage Auto Repair of Parker fails and you’re more than 25 miles away, this program allows you to simply call 1-800-660-7156 and be connected to the nearest ACDelco repair facility. (If needed, towing service and repairs are free of charge.)

Access to the ACDelco Web site – When you surf to www.ACDelco.com, you’ll find a host of helpful features, including The Driver’s Log, which allows you to create a maintenance program for your vehicles, and sign up to receive personalized online maintenance reminders from ACDelco

Diagnostic Hot Line – Vehicles on the road today have more computers and highly advanced systems than ever before and they are no problem for our technicians. Advantage Auto Repair of Parker has an endless supply of resources at out disposal, allowing us to call upon a complete library of information and vehicle experts, and save you time and money.

Strong ACDelco support – Advantage Auto Repair of Parker is backed by ACDelco, the name that stands for quality and dependability.

Receive the care and attention you deserve.

When you bring your vehicle to Advantage Auto Repair, you know that you’re receiving the ultimate care and attention – not to mention high-quality standards, technical superiority and dependable ACDelco parts. Whether your vehicle needs basic maintenance or extensive repairs, you can expect the best service and care possible – all backed by the power of the ACDelco name.

We’re proud to offer a full line of automotive parts for whatever you drive.

Modern automobiles don’t need to warm up. Older cars used to take 5-10 minutes to “warm-up,” but with new cars, it is best to get your car to its proper operating temperature as quickly as possible. Accelerate, steer, and brake gently for the first few minutes after you start your car, and once the engine temperature has been raised you can drive normally.

Don’t “Roll Shift”

Always come to a complete stop before you shift into reverse from drive, or drive from reverse. If you don’t come to a complete stop, you can seriously degrade the life of your automatic transmission, which can be a very costly repair.

Use your parking brakes on hills

To avoid another costly mistake that most people make, use the parking brake when you’re parked on a hill. A small pin in your transmission locks it into place when you’re in park. If you’re on a hill, that small pin is the only thing holding your car in place. By using your parking brake, you take the stress off of your transmission.

Don’t ride the clutch

Always strive for smooth and seamless shifting. Manual transmissions can be damaged by improperly releasing the clutch pedal, pushing it in too far or not enough, or riding it past the point of engagement. You can greatly increase the life of your transmission by driving smoother.

Always Fill Your Tank

Fuel pumped from an empty tank, the fuel may carry oxygen, moisture and deposits into the fuel line which could damage your fuel filter and fuel pump. Always fill your tank anytime it’s less than 1/3 full. Allowing your tank to run dry or low will build up deposits on the bottom that can lead to problems.

Beware of Additives

Unless your auto technician recommends a product, it’s generally not wise to put additives into your oil, transmission fluid, or gasoline. There are delicate chemical balances that could be disrupted by adding these kinds of products.

Wash your car with products designed for clear-coat paint finishes

Using dishwasher detergent for washing your car is hazardous to your car’s finish. The abrasives in dishwasher detergent can weaken the clear coat and dull the finish. Special soaps designed for today’s clear-coat finishes are available pretty much anywhere.

Follow your vehicle’s maintenance schedule

Every car comes with a maintenance manual that outlines the scheduled times for your car’s maintenance. Changing your oil, filters, spark plugs, and other components according to your car’s specific needs will keep it running better and longer.

Consider technical expertise, quality of the parts, as well as hours and location. Advantage Auto Repair knows how hard it is for people to find an auto repair shop they want to go back to. That’s why we’re changing the how car repair is done. We want you to know that you can trust us to put the best parts into your car with unmatched expertise.

Today’s Vehicles Have Changed

The technology built into today’s automobiles requires technical expertise that can handle repairs properly. The time between required maintenance visits has grown, and traditional “tune-ups” are a thing of the past. Almost every part and function of your car is handled by a computer. Make sure the professionals handling your car know the technology. Advantage Auto Repair’s highly skilled mechanics know what to do when it comes to your car, no matter the make or model.

Transmission and Oil Maintenance

While the technology in your vehicle has changed, two parts of your car still require regular attention and maintenance. That would be your transmission and engine. Transmission fluids and filters should be checked and replaced according to your car’s owner’s manual. Your engine requires proper oil system care to run efficiently. Typically between 3,000 and 5,000 miles, changing you oil and oil filter is necessary.

Every modern car has an instrument panel designed to warn you of any possible malfunctions that may be happening. If you know what they mean, then you can save a lot of money in costly repairs if you catch a problem early enough. Most expensive car repairs, which could have been avoided, are due to negligence because people do not head the warnings, or do not know what they mean.

Temperature gauge / light

A reading on your temperature gauge near the “H” zone is an indication of trouble. Pull over, shift into neutral and allow your engine to idle. Do not continue to drive if the gauge does not return to normal. You can seriously damage your engine if it is overheating and you continue to drive.

Service Engine Soon (SES) Light

This light maintains emissions and the engine control system. When you start your car, an active SES light is normal for a moment. If you’re driving and the light is still active, it is time to get it checked out. Advantage Auto Repair will turn off your Service Engine Soon light for free. We have advanced equipment that will let us know what’s wrong with your car.

Voltage Gauge / Battery Light

This gauges the electrical system’s voltage of your car. If the pointer is “high” or “low” or very different from what you are used to seeing, you should get it looked at.

Oil Gauge and Light

Oil pressure is a very important aspect of your car’s functionality. This light doesn’t indicate how much oil you have in your engine, but low oil pressure can mean a low amount of oil. There can be a variety of reasons why your engine is not getting enough lubrication, but the most important thing to know is that poor lubrication can wreak havoc on your engine. The longer you drive with this problem, the more permanent the damage will be to your engine. Seek service immediately. This is not a problem you want to let slide!