Have you ever turned on your car AC and noticed an unpleasant smell shortly afterward? This is frustrating when you want to go for a pleasant drive on a hot day – but how can you combat it? Let’s find out! There are a few potential causes for a bad smell, including mold building up … Read more
If you’ve ever had issues with your car’s exhaust system, then you know how crucial it is to get these problems diagnosed and fixed ASAP. Specifically, a leak in the exhaust manifold is dangerous and can cause more vehicle damage, so how do you tell if you even have a leak in the first place? … Read more
Things often go wrong with vehicles, and it can be concerning if you don’t know what’s happening. For instance, what does it mean when you have a loose steering wheel? The turning of a steering wheel should correspond to the car’s turning. If the wheel is overturning, shaking, vibrating, or shifting, it could mean that … Read more
When your car’s oil light comes on, it’s time to panic! It means your engine is about to seize up and die if you don’t do something about it immediately. However, there are a few things you can do to try and fix the problem before it gets expensive. The oil light may come on … Read more
Ahh, fuel pump – one of the most underrated parts of your vehicle. It’s the component that helps move gas from the tank to the engine. And if it fails on you, the car is not going anywhere. Here are some symptoms of a weak mechanical fuel pump to watch out for: The engine sputters … 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
Under normal circumstances, the steering wheel runs smoothly with no resistance. However, it may make a clicking sound as you maneuver a turn in some instances. Given how dangerous a steering wheel malfunction can be, it makes perfect sense that you want to know what’s causing such noise in your car and how you can … Read more
Driving your car is a necessity for everyday life, meaning that it must be in working order as much as possible. When it breaks down, it gives you signs to let you know something is wrong. What happens when one of those signs is your brake pedals sinking to the floor? When your brake pedal … Read more
Ahh, the Jeep EcoDiesel — what a great SUV! It brought fuel economy that was never seen before in a Jeep. Too bad it’s had so many problems. Here are some of the common Jeep EcoDiesel problems: Oil cooler failure Leaking exhaust couplers EGR cooler failure Slipping camshaft gear Turbo lag Water in the fuel … Read more
If you’re driving and your brakes suddenly go out, you’re in big trouble. Not only is it a safety hazard, but it can also be very expensive to fix. This is why you need to be on the lookout for brake fluid leaks. Brake fluid leaks happen when there is a problem with seals, caliper … Read more
