Category Archives: Service and Maintenance

2020 Ford Escape parked in front of building

Pick Up & Delivery Service Offered at Kimber Creek Ford

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As the Stay at Home Order enters its third week, businesses and people alike are making adjustments to adapt to the situation. Grocery stores and restaurants are offering curbside pickup, essential businesses are cleaning and sanitizing regularly and here at Kimber Creek Ford, we provide the tools necessary to complete the car buying process online, offer sales at our dealership on an “appointment only” basis and our service department now offers pick up and delivery service so you don’t have to leave the comfort and safety of your home to stay up to date with vehicle maintenance.

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2017 Ford Explorer

Ford Earns Honors at the 2018 SEMA Show

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Posted in Ford F-150, Ford Focus, Ford Mustang, Industry Information, Service and Maintenance, Technology

Ford drivers who enjoy adding accessories to their vehicles, whether that be a muscle car or a truck, can find plenty of options straight from the Ford company, and those options are always expanding. Each year, the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas is a place where manufacturers bring their latest technology to show off, and Ford is no exception. This year in addition to showing off some great technology, three Ford vehicles earned top honors. You can learn more about the Ford SEMA 2018 winners and accessories below. Read the rest of this entry >>

Winter driving

How Should You Prepare Your Truck For Winter?

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Truck Winterization Service near Brainerd MN

Winter is officially upon us, which means it’s the time of the year to prepare your vehicle for the season. While many models like the Ford F-150 can handle confidently in the snow, it’s always good to know that your engine and tires are in top condition for ice and snow. How should you prepare your truck for winter? We have a few basic tips and tricks that should apply to any truck owner. And, if you want to take advantage of truck winterization service near Brainerd MN, we can help your vehicle stay in top shape. Read the rest of this entry >>

Fall Driving

Cruise easy through the beautiful Northwoods this autumn!

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How to get your vehicle ready for fall

It’s hard to believe it, but summer is almost over. The kids are getting ready for school, it will be Labor Day soon, and before we know it the Northwoods will undergo its annual metamorphosis. Before you cruise among the reds, yellows, pinks, and golds, you should make sure all of your car’s maintenance and cold-weather prep is taken care of. Keep reading to learn how to get your vehicle ready for the fall. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Automotive maintenance tips from Houston Ford

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What are the benefits of a CVT transmission?

When it comes to buying a car, there are a lot of things that the average buyer must consider. From features to performance, each car offers its own unique set of specs. Today, the majority of drivers on the road opt for automatic transmissions. An increasingly common type of transmission is the continuously variable transmission (CVT). There are a number of factors that set this type of transmission apart from other automatic transmission setups. What are the benefits of a CVT transmission? Keep reading this automotive maintenance tips post from Houston Ford to learn more! Read the rest of this entry >>

Tire and Technician

We have tips for changing a flat tire

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How to replace a damaged tire

Whenever a driver puts their key into the ignition and hears their engine turn over, there’s always the fact that a lot of thing could go wrong on the road rattling around in the back of their head. Driving defensively can usually keep you safe on the road, but there are always those unexpected mishaps that seem to be inevitable. One of the most common of these occurrences is the ever-unfortunate flat tire. Today, we’ll be letting you know how to replace a damaged tire. Follow the steps below, and you’ll be well on your way. Read the rest of this entry >>

Ford Dashboard

Stay informed with the meaning of Ford’s dashboard warning lights

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Meaning of Ford Dashboard Warning Lights

Those good ol’ dashboard lights. We’ve come to love them and we’ve also come to hate them, especially when we have no idea what they mean. We all know they are trying to tell us something important, but what? There are a few lights that we can recognize and probably figure out their true meaning, but there are also some dashboard lights that stump even the best of us. By getting to know the real meaning of Ford dashboard warning lights, you will be able to diagnose the problem your Ford vehicle might be having and be able to rectify the issue with ease. You don’t have to know what each Ford dashboard symbol means, you just need to know where to find the information when you need it. The following Ford dashboard warning lights reference guide will tell you everything you need to know.

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Car detailing

Get great savings on services and detailing at Houston Ford of Pine River!

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Houston Ford of Pine River service coupons

Vehicle care can take a toll on the wallet. Especially when there are multiple things than need to get done on your ride. Here at Houston Ford of Pine River, we want you to be ready when winter hits with your vehicle in top shape. That’s why this month, through October, we’re offering service coupons to our customers, available here on our site.

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