We all know that when you drive your car — the alternator charges the battery. But will the same happen if the car is idling? This is a question often asked by those who don’t drive a lot and have their battery go flat frequently, and want to know if leaving the car idling will … Read more
The timing chain is one of the most commonly misunderstood car components. Let’s take a closer look at what it is and some of the problems you might encounter with it. The timing chain is a critical engine component. When it fails, the damage can be catastrophic, resulting in bent valves, damaged pistons, and in … Read more
If you’re like most people, you probably think that all lubrication oils are pretty much the same product. But as it turns out, there are many different types of oil, and each one has its own unique set of benefits and drawbacks. So, which one should you use in your Toyota Tacoma? Toyota recommends the … Read more
If you’re like most drivers, you probably take your car in for routine maintenance and repairs. But did you know there’s one service your car needs that might not be on your regular maintenance schedule? That’s right: It’s time to get to know what a fuel induction service is! A fuel induction service involves removing … Read more
Learning about the different components in your car is difficult, especially when you don’t have access to the correct information or someone to learn from. Head gaskets are a component of engines that people often know nothing about. Luckily for you, I’m here to break down what it is and what it’s for. A head … Read more
Your car relies on many moving parts working together to run correctly, and while some of those parts are visible underneath the hood, others are not. Two of the most important parts your vehicle relies on are the timing belt and the serpentine belt. The timing belt is inside your car’s engine and manages your … Read more
Your car is belching smoke or refusing to start, and you take it to a mechanic, who looks at it and says the engine needs to be rebuilt. You get a quote and are shocked at how high it is. How much does it really cost to rebuild an engine? The average cost to rebuild … Read more
An ignition rely failure doesn’t happen often but it can cause big problems when it does strike your vehicle. Fortunately, it doesn’t take a lot of time or money to fix. Ignition relay failure symptoms include a chronic dead battery, a burning smell from a melted relay, car stalling or not starting at all. While … Read more
Your car is acting strangely and you don’t understand why. Since car problems often have some of the same symptoms, it’s important to know how to distinguish things like a bad relay switch from other possible issues. Signs of a bad relay switch include engine stalls, engine not starting, dead battery in the mornings, erratic … Read more
When something is off with our vehicle, it can make us feel nervous, uncertain, and worried. After all, many car troubles can be expensive, not to mention complicated. If you notice blue smoke coming out of your exhaust, what does it mean for your engine and wallet? Blue smoke coming out from your exhaust indicates … Read more
