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Discovering that you have a dead battery doesn't have to mean that you are unable to drive anywhere as long as you have a way to get it charged. You don't want to charge your battery too quickly or it could result in the cells leaking fluid. Make sure the cables that are used are in the best condition and aren't frayed.

The brake system is one of the most important safety aspects of any vehicle. Making sure that your brakes are working as intended is part of any regular maintenance check. These are the major signs that you could need a brake pedal replacement.

There are a lot of things you can do to put yourself in a better position when it comes to driving your vehicle under rainy or wet conditions. You should avoid puddles and standing water, you should drive more slowly than you otherwise would, and you should ensure that your tires are probably rotated and maintained.

If you ever wondered if you would know how to use your spare tire if you ever had to, you're not alone. A lot of people have a spare tire, but they don't even know which kind they have. At Cutter Mitsubishi-Aiea, we would never want you to be stranded after a tire blowout without the knowledge to fix it properly. That's why we would like to help you acclimate yourself to some of the different types of spare tires that you might have.

Never spend more time than necessary waiting on a tire rotation. You should be on top of this constantly. The reality is that those who maintain their tires are going to get a lot more life out of them.

Slippery roads, terrible traffic, dangerous conditions. These are all signs of a rainy day on the roads. It is something that we will all experience at some point in time. How we react to those conditions is what separates those who know what to do from those who do not. It can be a critical life and death kind of thing, so it is best to pay attention to some safety tips.

At Cutter Mitsubishi-Aiea, we regularly encounter drivers who think alignment service is not necessary. Our experience tells us otherwise. Periodic alignment service at our Aiea, HI location will help your vehicle roll straighter and smoother, and it will give your tires more life.

Have you noticed that your car tires are turning brown? You may be having issues with blooming, which is when the rubber of your sidewall starts to collect brake dust and mold. It’s important to use the right tire cleaning solution to avoid further issues with cracking and rot. Most tire cleaners are specially formulated to handle tires that are treated with antiozonant, which prevents tires from drying out. 

If you keep a check on your vehicle's fluids, it will extend the life of your vehicle. We want to help our Aiea, HI shoppers become informed vehicle owners, so let's find out about your vehicle's transmission.

While a windshield chip may seem like a cause for alarm, it can generally be fixed in a timely and affordable manner. However, it is possible for a chip to turn into a crack if it isn't fixed quickly. This is generally true regardless of how large it is or what shape the crack is.