Happy Birthday Clovis!

Yesterday was the city of Clovis' 100th birthday celebration with events happening all over the city. The 'Passport to Clovis' event held in the Sierra Vista mall showcased local restaurants as they compete to be voted as #1. Also in attendance was various city official, Mayor Jose Flores, Ms. Clovis, and a live band! In honor of this celebration, we are giving $20 off labor to anyone who brings in our ad from the Fresno Bee Centennial Special!

Show Your Car A Little Love!

You rely on your car every day to get you where you need to be. Through thick snow, endless rain, and stifling summer heat your car is always ready to perform when you need it. Show your vehicle a little appreciation by taking it to Auto House of Clovis to get an oil change and 25 point safety inspection. For this week only, we are giving away FREE Oil Change and 25 Point Safety Inspection for you to get your vehicle in tip-top shape and to show our appreciation for visiting our blog.

To receive this coupon, simply print this post and bring it with you to drop off your vehicle. Call today and make your appointment to save a bundle and show your car some love! (559) 292-2028 

*Discount is for labor only 

*Limit one per customer

*Coupon must be present in print at time of transaction

*Offer ends 2/17/2012

*Cannot be combined with any other offer

For the Furry Passengers

Thanks everyone for joining our blog!

Don't forget to check us out at our website for more information.

Anyone that has pets, knows the frustrations of traveling with them and the mess they can create in your car. As owners of 4 labs, we have found the following products to be the most effective and comfortable to transport your furry friends.

Removable seat covers are a must when traveling with pets as they provide the easiest method for clean-up and a protective barrier to preserve your seats. They come in various colors and shapes to accomodate every backseat of every car. They simply buckle around the headrest and lay over the seat. Most include holes for seatbelts so that additional passengers can ride. They are easy to remove and easy to wash.

Ramps are a must on vehicles that have a lift or for older (and heavier) dogs. Most are removable but there is the built-in option for the serious dog owners. They are light weight and usually foldable for easy storage. Lengths and other exclusive features are also available.

Nothing is worse than trying to take an excited pet to the vet and trying to keep them in the backseat with one arm and drive with the other. Worry no more as there are now "pet gates" to keep your friend in the backseat and out of harm's way. Special dimensions may be needed when order these as the product has to fit exactly in the seats. These are also removable and collapse with the pinch of two buttons. Lightweight and won't damage your seats.

For smaller riders, safety harnesses go around the seatbelt to ensure that the dog doesn't slide around and hurt themselves, or scratch up your leather interior. These are easy to remove and washable (in case of some car sickness). These come in various sizes to suit every size of dog.

To keep your dog from falling in between the seats and leg area of your backseat, a product has been made called the Extend-A-Seat. This invention provides a "seat purgatory" to prevent your pet from becoming victim to the black hole of leg space. It has a main leg for support and also attaches to the back of the front seats.

Need to run into the store and afraid to leave your windows cracked? Want to roll down the window but afraid your pet might leap out? This easy-to-use product simply jams between the window and the frame allowing your pet and you to have access to fresh air.

Keep checking our blog for exclusive promotions and coupons!

Help! How do I Jump Start a Car the Right Way?

  If the need arises where you need jump start your or someone elses car, it's always better to be prepared than panic. It is highly recommended to keep an emergency road bag in your vehicle at all times; flares, first aid kit, and a jumper cables. It is never a good feeling to be stranded on the side of the road so be proactive and protect yourself.

First and foremost you need to determine if the battery is the true reason for your mishap. If you are able to turn the key in the ignition and the engine makes a "cranking" noise, you have one of two options. A) crawl beneath your car and hit your starter with a hammer or B) call for a tow and let Auto House of Clovis take care of it. If you turn your key in the ignition and hear nothing then it is time to start jumpin'!

1) Be sure that the two vehicles are off the street and out of harm's way. It is crucial for your safety that both vehicles are turned off.

2) Connect one end of the red (positive) jumper cable to the positive terminal end on the stalled battery.
* Note: Most if not all batteries will have the positive and negative terminals clearly labeled.

3) Connect the other end of the red (positive again!) cable to the positive terminal end to the working battery. Remember... red = red.

4) Connect the black (negative) cable to the negative terminal of the stalled battery.

5) Now here's a bit of a adventure. Do not connect the other black (negative) end of the cable to the working battery. This will only induce sparks and could fry both batteries. Instead, connect it to a clean, unpainted, metal surface under the working car's hood (like the engine compartment.

6) Start the running vehicle and allow it to run for 2-3 minutes before starting the non-running vehicle. This is the "charging cycle".

7) Once the non-running vehicle is now running, remove the cables in the reverse order.

This is what happens when you connect the 2nd black cable incorrectly

8) Leave the newly running vehicle going for at least 20-30 minutes to allow the battery to recharge itself.

So, red = positive, positive and black = negative, and metal piece. Easy enough?

So what do I do if I don't have jumper cables?

Panic, call AAA, wait for a crazy person to pull over and kidnap you. NO!
There is a trick of the trade that most people do not know. However, this trick only works if you have a manual transmission.

1) Find a clear stretch of road, preferably with a downhill slope. Put the car in neutral and push it to the destination. If you don't have a hill, get some buddies to push you so you can gain momentum.

2) Press firmly on the clutch and shift into first gear.

3) Turn on the ignition.

4) Remove your foot from the brake to start rolling down the hill, but keep your foot on the clutch.

5) Coast down the hill until you reach about 5-7 MPH

6) Release the clutch quickly and you should feel the engine start. If it doesn't start the first time push the clutch and release it again.

Voila!

If you are in a really tight space and no one is willing or around to jump your car, there are products on the market that serve as "the other car" to give you a jump. Remember, be proactive and stock your car with these life saving supplies before disaster strikes.


Q: Is it possible to be electrocuted if you try to jump start a car in the rain?
A: No, the voltage a car battery gives off is not enough to cause lethal harm. However, it is strongly recommended you don't do this.

Well there you are. A complete guide on how to jump start a car the right way!

Please keep checking back every couple days for more tips, innovations, and coupon codes!

  

Welcome to the Auto House of Clovis blog!

We are so happy that you could join us today. Our mission to start this blog was to keep our current and potential customers informed and up-to-date with the latest innovations and news in the automotive industry. We will also be posting promotional codes and discounts for services!

We are open Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. We also offer an Early Bird and Night Owl drop off service if you need to get your vehicle in the shop before or after office hours. Give us a call today at 559-292-2028 or come in and stop by or visit us at our website for more information.

We are located at
2862 Larkin Avenue
Suite 1
Clovis, CA 93612
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