Phil's Quality Automotive
7590 Commerce St, Corcoran, MN 55340 763.420.2059

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Don't Store These in a Cold Vehicle (Items to Avoid Storing in a Freezing Vehicle)

The other day, a man walked into a restaurant carrying a can of paint. He had just bought the latex paint at the local home improvement store, and he was stopping for lunch. "Latex paint is water-bas...
Published on: Jan 19, 2025

Getting Off to a Running Start (Starter Replacement)

When you start your vehicle’s engine, there’s another motor that makes that whole process possible.  It’s called the starter, and it’s a small electric motor that gets you...
Published on: Oct 06, 2024

Cold Facts about Heaters

Brrrr.  It's cold outside.  And if your vehicle's heater isn't working, then it's cold inside too.  No fun – and potentially dangerous: heat is needed to defrost your windshield.&...
Published on: Sep 29, 2024

The 20.9 Percent Factor (Oxygen Sensor)

Do you know what gas makes up 20.9% of the air we breathe? It's oxygen.   Oxygen is an important part of the combustion process that enables your engine to make power.  The amount of ox...
Published on: Sep 01, 2024

Six Warning Signs Your Vehicle Needs Service (Repair Warning Signs)

Some drivers don't worry at all about their vehicles and neglect taking them in for service.  Here are six warning signs that it's time to head over to your NAPA AutoCare Center and get things ch...
Published on: Feb 28, 2024

What Phil's Quality Automotive Customers Should Know

There are some things Phil's Quality Automotive customers should know about automotive service and repair in Corcoran. First and foremost, Phil's Quality Automotive cares about you and your family's s...
Published on: Sep 25, 2023

Deciphering the Menu Board: A to Z

You may not be familiar with all of the items on your Corcoran auto service center's menu board so here is a quick description of some of the typical services that might be listed. Remember, the board...
Published on: Sep 19, 2023

It's Your Turn (Using Turn Signals)

Distracted driving causes a lot of motor vehicle accidents.  Well, according to one study, twice as many are caused by people not using their turn signals.   Drivers have a lot of excu...
Published on: Jul 31, 2023