Resources

Resources is where Murphy's Autocare answers the questions customers ask at the counter and on the Auto Talk radio show. These posts explain how a system works, how to spot trouble early, and when a repair or service is actually due, so you can make the call before something breaks.

Topics include light-duty diesel trucks such as the Duramax, Powerstroke, Cummins, and EcoDiesel, tire rotation and tire life, brake fluid, transmission and coolant services, A/C performance, and seasonal care for Ohio's salty winters and humid summers. Each guide is written by the team that does the work at our Beavercreek and Centerville shops.

Resources posts

1. Diesel Glow Plug Problems: How to Spot Them Before Cold Weather

   Sep 15, 2026. Diesel hard to start in cold weather? Glow plug or grid heater problems are likely. Here's what Dayton diesel truck owners should check before winter.

2. When to Replace Your Diesel Fuel Filter (And What Happens If You Don't)

   Jun 9, 2026. Diesel fuel filters are a critical maintenance item that gas engines don't have. Here's when to replace them and what happens when you wait too long.

3. Diesel vs Gas Truck Maintenance: What Costs More and Why

   May 19, 2026. Diesel truck maintenance costs more than gas — but not as much as you think. Here's an honest comparison for Dayton truck owners considering diesel.

4. DEF System Problems: 5 Signs Your Diesel Truck Needs Service

   May 5, 2026. DEF system warnings on your diesel truck? Here are 5 signs of DEF problems, what causes them, and why Dayton diesel owners shouldn't ignore them.

5. 3.0L Duramax Oil Change: What Makes the Mini Max Different

   Apr 21, 2026. The 3.0L Duramax Mini Max has unique oil requirements — dexos D spec, oil pump belt, and specific capacity. Here's what Dayton truck owners should know.

6. Diesel Repair Near Me: Where Dayton-Area Truck Owners Go for Diesel Service

   Apr 10, 2026. Looking for diesel repair near Dayton? Murphy's Autocare services Duramax, Powerstroke, Cummins & EcoDiesel at two locations — Beavercreek and Centerville.

7. Light-Duty Diesel Maintenance Schedule: What Dayton Truck Owners Need to Know

   Mar 25, 2026. Diesel maintenance differs from gas engines. Here's a complete schedule for Duramax, Powerstroke, Cummins & EcoDiesel trucks in the Dayton area.

8. Spring Car Care Checklist for Dayton Drivers

   Mar 20, 2026. Ohio winters are hard on vehicles. Here's a spring car care checklist for Dayton drivers to recover from road salt, potholes, and cold-weather wear.

9. How Often Should You Rotate Your Tires?

   Mar 10, 2026. Tire rotation every 5,000–7,500 miles extends tire life, improves handling, and saves money. Murphy's Autocare in Beavercreek and Centerville makes it easy.

10. Which car care tasks do Americans neglect most — and how much can those delays cost?

    Jun 14, 2021

11. Demand Access to and Control of Your Car’s Data

    Apr 24, 2020

12. February is BG Fluid Flush Month at Murphy’s Autocare!

    Feb 14, 2018. What coolant, brake, power steering, transmission, differential, fuel injection, and GDI services do, and how to know when your vehicle needs one.

13. The Best Dealership Alternative hands down is Murphy’s Autocare

    Nov 17, 2016. Dealership or independent mechanic? Federal law says independent maintenance won't void your warranty. When the dealer is still the right call, and why.

14. Winterization Special for Dayton Ohio

    Nov 16, 2016

15. What is a transmission flush?

    Mar 28, 2016. Archived March 2016 Murphy's Autocare note on transmission flushes. The original article text is no longer available; see our maintenance services page.

16. Car Repair – Addressing carbon buildup in GDI-equipped vehicles

    Feb 29, 2016

17. Honda Warranty Extension: Accord Piston Rings

    Sep 16, 2015

18. A/C Evaporator Replacement

    Sep 15, 2015

19. Excessive oil consumption isn’t normal

    Aug 24, 2015. Adding oil between changes? Common causes of excessive oil consumption, warning signs, and how Murphy's Autocare in Beavercreek and Centerville checks it.

Questions about your vehicle? Call Beavercreek at 937-426-2886 or Centerville at 937-433-0140, or schedule an appointment online.