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| Tue, 24 Jul 2007 14:58:00 Presently a vehicle plays a very important role in our lives and living without a car can be tough especially in Khartoum. The importance of the vehicle doubled particularly after the amazing growth and expansion of the tripartite city, hence traveling in public transportation became extremely unbearable. For those who can afford a vehicle commuting in the public transportation is unheard of, moreover the change in the ever growing middle class lifestyle, and the rapid pace of the city force the people be in hurry all the time, therefore a private vehicle is the ideal solution in such situations.
In the last decade, Khartoum state expanded beyond limit in terms of population, area and above all motorizes vehicles, on the other hand, automobile dealers and companies adopted new policies in selling their cars such as, easy payment and car finance systems. Moreover, with the emergence of GIAD- the only local car manufacturer- in the market buying a car became much easier.
Nevertheless if you are driving your own car, be prepare to face the worse when it break down, because breakdown and failures cannot be predicted or avoided if you are driving any where in the world. If faced with similar crisis while traveling in Khartoum, you do not have to worry since several maintenance centers are available round the clock for timely repair. For periodical checkup, there are some reputed centers to do so.
There are several maintenance centers, within the capital, and if the default is minor, it can be rectified and repaired at any Gas or Petrol station, cause they are equipped with all the needed facilities to handles such breakdowns.
For the periodical check-up and major breakdown there are several workshops within the tripartite capital using the latest technologies, and state-of-the-art-machineries to carry out this job.
Tibian Center for Auto Services, which specialize in all GIAD products, besides handling other brands such as Toyota & Mercedes, is the leading maintenance center and located in the heart of Khartoum Jabra Street, adjacent to Saria Industrial complex.
Tibian Center is truly equipped with the qualified manpower and the latest means to carry out all maintenances, that includes, Engine Repair, Alternators, Starters, Batteries, Belts, Clutches, Transmission Service Engine Valve Adjustment, Radiator Repair, Hoses, Lights, Oil Change, Tune-ups, Fuel Injection, Carburetors Cleaning, Differential, Brakes Inspections, Valve Adjustment, Injector Cleaning, Tire Balance, Tire Rotation, Water Pumps, and Mufflers Installation & Shocks.
Normal Maintenance Items Includes: • oil changes - usually every 3,000 miles • belts - check with every oil change • timing belts (where applicable) - usually every 60,000 miles, or 90,000 miles • brakes - front brakes usually last 20,000-30,000 miles, rear brakes usually 60,000 miles varies depending on driving habits and conditions • transmission services - usually every 60,000 • coolant services - usually every 2 years, some coolant types are good for 5 years • tires - vary widely • hoses - check with every oil change, rot from the inside out • spark plugs - usually every 30,000, some every 60,000, some every 90,000 • spark plug wires - usually every 60,000 miles or when they go bad • distributor cap and rotor - cars that have them usually every 60,000 miles • air filter - should be checked with every oil change • check your owners manual for a complete list and recommended intervals for your vehicle
Car Maintenance Tips • Use the grade of motor oil recommended by your car's manufacturer. Using different motor oil can lower your gasoline mileage by 1%-2%. • Keep tires properly inflated and aligned to improve your gasoline mileage by around 3.3%. • Get regular engine tune-ups and car maintenance checks to avoid fuel economy problems due to worn spark plugs, dragging brakes, low transmission fluid, or transmission problems. • Replace clogged air filters to improve gas mileage by as much as 10% and protect your engine. • Combine errands into one trip. Several short trips, each one taken from a cold start, can use twice as much fuel as one trip covering the same distance when the engine is warm. • Long-Term Savings Tip: Consider buying a highly fuel-efficient vehicle. A fuel-efficient vehicle, a hybrid vehicle, or an alternative fuel vehicle could save you a lot at the gas pump and help the environment.
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