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Does your brake pedal feel soft when you step on it? A soft brake pedal is caused by low pressure in the brake line. If the pedal feels soft, it’s important to have your brake line inspected by a professional, like the Lincoln service team at our Englewood, CO dealership.

The brake line is normally filled with hydraulic fluid that transfers motion of the pedal to the brakes. If there is a leak somewhere in the brake line, the fluid pressure will be lower. If the brake calipers or wheel cylinders are corroded, this can also create a leak…

If you have a voltmeter and want to determine the strength of your car battery, these simple steps from the Landmark Lincoln service professionals will guide you through the process easily. Begin by making certain that the car ignition is off and that you have the lights off too.

The red end of the voltmeter is positive, and should be carefully connected to the positive terminal on your car battery. Black is negative, and should be firmly attached to the negative terminal of battery. A good battery will show on the voltmeter at 12.4 or better. If the reading…

Your tire sizes may vary based on your vehicle and the type of wheels you have installed. The tire sizes should be known so you can get new ones when needed. The sizing is actually written in a series of numbers and letters on the side of the tire. As you look at the tire, there are letters and numbers written in a single line with several slashes to break it up:

• P: Identifies the tire for a passenger vehicle
• 3-digit number: The width of the tire, identified in millimeters
• 2-digit number: The aspect ratio of the tire.