What is a Worn Bushing?

Worn bushings may not sound like a big deal but if left alone and ignored it can lead to far worse and more expensive problems. A bushing’s purpose is to prevent metal parts from rubbing together. Parts last much longer when they aren’t grinding on one another.

Recently a customer brought in their car for a check engine light repair. Upon inspection, we noted that one of the control arm bushings was heavily worn and had excessive play. On close inspection of the bushing we noticed that it was so worn and degraded that it had now completely failed and was allowing the control arm to rub on the subframe and was wearing a groove in the subframe.

We asked the customer if the car was making noise when turning. They said it was but didn't seem to be too loud so they were not worried. Well, looking at the amount of wear I would be worried. A little more time or a severe bump while turning could have led to a catastrophic failure. After repair the customer was surprised how quiet the car was and that it actually handled better.

Don’t let a worn bushing ruin your day, or your car. Call Broadway Imports at 503.282.0817 to schedule an oil change, tune-up, or whatever else your car needs. Schedule an appointment today!

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What is a cabin filter and why do I want to change it?

We get asked this question all the time. The cabin filter is used in the interior ventilation system/climate control system of today’s cars. It is used to filter out particulate matter and debris from the incoming air. Usually, after we inspect it we find something like what you see in the picture.   

When these get dirty and clogged the can start to smell and they make the fan work harder to overcome the restriction caused by the debris trapped by the filter. The fan motor is far more expensive than the filter or having to remove vents and ducting to clean out a smelly contaminated system.

Think you might need your cabin filter changed? Call Broadway Imports at 503.282.0817 to schedule an oil change, tune-up, or whatever else your car needs. Schedule an appointment today!

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Nissan Debuts Star Wars-Edition Rogue CUV

Nissan, like much of Western Civilization, has Star Wars fever. So much so, that they’ve created a Limited Edition Rogue model that celebrates "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story". The Star Wars Nissan Rogue will come in two colors, black or white. Granted, the Star Wars styling is mainly a cosmetic change (both exterior and interior), but one that’s sure to delight the biggest Star Wars fan in your life, or you, or both.

Motortrend, where we found out about this, has this (and more) to say: “Inside, the 2017 Rogue One Star Wars Limited Edition sports a few unique touches. “Rogue One” logos can be found on the floor mats, “Rebel Alliance” and “Galactic Empire” symbols are in the front cupholders, and there are illuminated Star Wars badges on the door sills.

Each of the 5,000 Nissan Rogue One Star Wars Limited Editions also comes with a numbered replica “Death Trooper” helmet from the new movie.”

You can read more about it here: http://www.motortrend.com/news/going-rogue-nissan-debuts-star-wars-edition-rogue-cuv-l/

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story may have taken place in a galaxy far far away, but for your local fleet, Broadway Imports has you covered. Call Broadway Imports at 503.282.0817 to schedule an oil change, tune-up, or whatever else your space vehicle car needs. Schedule an appointment today!

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