Category Archives: Service and Maintenance

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 >>

Vehicle inspection

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 that 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.

Drivers who present one of our service department coupons from now until October 31st have the opportunity to get a great deal on select services and exterior and interior detailing. That way, not only is your vehicle in top condition for winter, but it’s clean both inside and out.

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tire sale

Find great deals on the tires you need at Houston Ford of Pine River

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Discount Tires Houston Ford of Pine River

The tires on your Ford take a lot of wear and tear. When you’re traveling or just on your daily commute, over time your tires wear out and need replacing. When that time comes, visit us. Take a look at the great deals you’ll find on the discount tires at Houston Ford of Pine River.

Here in the Brainerd area, Houston Ford of Pine River is known for delivering quality vehicles at great prices. But one of our lesser-known specialties is our discount tires. That’s right, Houston Ford of Pine River is the home of a variety of great deals on tires for your vehicle. Not only do we offer multiple tire rebates, but we also offer our Low Price Tire Guarantee.

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2017 Ford Taurus

Houston Ford has great deals on new and used autos!

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Affordable used cars in Pine River MN

Houston Ford is proud to sell a plethora of vehicles from our favorite brand, including one of the most popular pickup trucks in history, the Ford F-150. But that’s not all we do. Did you know we also have a great selection of pre-owned automobiles? Our new car brand is Ford, but we have all kinds of different automakers represented on our used car lot. You don’t have to be rich to own a Ford, and you certainly don’t need to break the bank on any of our used models, either. Keep reading for more information about affordable used cars in Pine River MN.

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car driving through a road full of snow

Prepare your car for winter at Houston Ford

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Where to service vehicles for winter in Pine River MN

December doesn’t just mean holly jolly elves and too much eggnog; December also means winter is coming, and along with it, weather that will try its best to brutalize your vehicle. Minnesotans know just how tough winter can be, and even though this winter has been predicted by some outlets to be a bit more on the mild side, it’s important to have your vehicles ready for what lies ahead. Read on for a few tips, including where to service vehicles for winter in Pine River MN. Read the rest of this entry >>

2015 Ford F-150

Custom Tires for Ford Performance Vehicles

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If you’ve been paying attention to Ford recently, then you know that they’ve talked freely about their commitment to developing and manufacturing Ford Performance vehicles. Thankfully, all of that talk has also been backed up so far. News of the Ford GT and Ford Focus RS are testament to just how dedicated Ford is to its performance line. I recent team up to create Custom Tires for Ford Performance Vehicles is just the latest example of this. Read the rest of this entry >>