3 Signs Your Transmission Is Slipping. Transmission problems are more than just annoying; they can also be bad news for the vehicle as a whole. One such issue is when a car’s transmission slips between gears. Slipping can be challenging to notice at first, but there are signs you can look out for. The first … Read more
It can be frustrating to see oxygen sensor codes keep coming back. There are no codes that specifically tell that your oxygen sensor or related parts need to be replaced, hence it is important to check the entire chain of things that are responsible for your specific error code. If your oxygen sensor codes keep … Read more
Frustrated by your brakes locking up in reverse? Brakes are designed to slow and stop your wheels, but only when you engage them with the brake pedal. So, brakes that lock up even when you’re not intending them to are a clear-cut sign of a problem. But what would cause them to lock up only … Read more
As someone who’s spent years tinkering under the hood, I’ve come to know that the first measure of the dependability of a vehicle lies in its battery. A weak or dead car battery can either leave you stranded somewhere, or else make you late for work, school, or other appointments. But how do you know … Read more
Owners of the ever popular Camry or Corolla fill up message boards with one question: What does the Toyota “Not Ready to Drive” light mean? To answer the question, let’s dig into it. A Toyota “Not Ready To Drive” light message means the onboard computer system hasn’t checked every aspect of the emissions control system … Read more
It’s Monday morning, and as you start your car for your morning commute, you hear an engine knocking sound coming from under your hood. Oh, boy. This isn’t the first time you’ve heard your engine knock on startup, and then it goes away. Sure enough, you give it a few moments, and once your car … Read more
The Dodge Ram makes several normal noises while driving. However, a grinding noise that happens only when turning is a clear sign of a problem. So, how should you diagnose the issue? You can diagnose the grinding noise by recreating it and narrowing down the source. The noise can come from failed bearings, damaged hubs, … Read more
A Dodge Ram can sometimes experience problems starting. That’s quite normal, as it affects all motor vehicles. However, it can be confusing when the truck starts but won’t stay running. So, what could be the problem here? A Dodge Ram 1500 that starts but won’t stay running is likely suffering from a failed alternator. However, … Read more
A Dodge Ram 1500 relies on electrical power for many things, especially to start the engine and keep the vehicle running. But electricity is also necessary to power the vehicle’s electrical and electronic devices and accessories. So, what do you do when the truck has no electrical power at all? When a Dodge Ram 1500 … Read more
The Dodge Ram 1500 is an excellent vehicle, but none of its strengths will matter if you can’t get the engine started. Like any other combustion engine, you can diagnose its starting problems by focusing on critical components like the battery, starter, and ignition switch. Your Dodge Ram 1500 will experience starting problems if its … Read more