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69 Creek Farm Road, Suite 1
Colchester, VT 05446

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We can fit you with a new set of tires, change your oil, service your brakes, and much more. But what we do better than anyone else is help you keep your car longer and save you money.

We emphasize preventative maintenance, long-term value, and long-term relationships with our customers. In fact, 90 percent of our new customers are referred to us by our current ones – a huge compliment, rare in our industry, and one that we truly appreciate.

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Partner Tire & Service is your partner for auto repair

Located close to Mallets Bay of Lake Champlain, we're proud to serve the communities of Colchester, VT; Burlington, VT; South Burlington, VT; Milton, VT; and Jericho, VT. We offer you quality tires and car services to keep your vehicle reliable.

You deserve a knowledgeable and honest team to service your car and offer genuine advice. Partner Tire & Service is an independent tire dealer and auto repair shop you can trust. In business since 1984, we provide the car care and repair services you need to get the longest life out of your vehicle. From a tire rotation and oil change to engine diagnostics and exhaust work, there's a lot we can do for you and your car.

Time to change your tires? We're sure to have the best tires for your car in stock! Our selection is comprehensive, featuring major tire brands like: BFGoodrich®, Bridgestone, Continental, Dayton, Firestone, General, Goodyear, Hankook, Mastercraft, MICHELIN®, Nokian, and Uniroyal®. View our tire catalog to get started now.

Other auto repair and car maintenance services we offer include: brake repairs, belt and hose replacement, Vermont state inspections, wheel alignments, heating/cooling system repairs, wheel installation, axle repair, electronic system repairs, battery replacement, 4WD repairs, and steering/suspension repairs.

For all your car needs, see your partner in Colchester, Vermont: Partner Tire & Service.

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Why Do Car Fuses Blow?

posted on 6/27/2023 9:15:00 AM

Your car has a short circuit. Automotive fuses are used to protect the electrical components and wiring system for your vehicle. A short in the electrical system will just cause a fuse to blow, rather than the wiring overheating or melting. A short is just a poor connection between two conductors that supply electricity, causing an electrical overload in the circuit. Fixing a short circuit is much easier than identifying the location of the problem.

There are 3 typical causes of a short circuit in your car:

Fraying of the wire insulation. If one of the wires is frayed and becomes exposed, it can touch the metal frame or the ground, causing a short in the circuit.
An electrical device is malfunctioning. Internal damage to your windshield wiper motor or power locking components can cause these systems to use more current flow than normal to keep working, overloading the circuit, causing it to short.
A conductor is being exposed to the elements. If there is a leak somewhere in your car, fluid could be wetting the wiring harness and connection points.
Improper fuse replacement. Fuses can keep blowing out if someone has replaced a blown fuse with one of higher amperage. Your vehicle’s manual should contain a diagram showing the correct amperage rating for each fuse and the circuit that it is in.

Consult an automotive professional at Partner Tire (802) 878-6731 to be sure that the right fuse is being used in the right location.

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