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
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 doing so are a clear-cut sign of a problem. But the problem can be pretty confusing if the brakes only lock up when in reverse. When your … Read more
Like anyone else who drives a Chevy truck, you’ll likely check the battery first if the vehicle won’t start. But what happens if the battery is in excellent condition? Why else wouldn’t your Chevy truck start? A Chevy truck with a good battery won’t start if its starter motor fails. That will mechanically prevent the … Read more
You must never take a fluid leak lightly, regardless of where it comes from in your car. That’s especially true with transmission fluid leaks underneath the vehicle’s front. But what causes such leaks, and what can you do to fix them? A transmission fluid leak can occur due to failed seals and gaskets. Besides that, … Read more
Your car has a complex electrical system that helps maximize comfort and performance. That system is connected to grounding points all over the vehicle’s body, and those ground connections allow electrical components to function correctly. Firstly, measure the battery’s voltage with a multimeter. Then, check the voltage at each ground connection to ensure they match … Read more
As a driver, you’ll often find that many car problems make themselves known by the sound that they make. For instance, a knocking sound that occurs while accelerating at low speeds is a clear sign of a problem. However, that sound could point to several issues, some more severe than others. Firstly, a knocking sound … Read more
All cars produce a bit of vibrating when you drive them, and that’s usually not a problem. However, if your car jerks while slowing down, that means you’ve got a serious problem on your hands. Your car jerks when slowing down because there’s a problem with the engine or the transmission system. The transmission’s valve … Read more
Despite the prevalence of maintenance-free car batteries on the market, many people still use more conventional wet batteries. In simple terms, these are batteries that you have to maintain by topping them up with battery water. But how do you know when that water runs low? Low water levels in a car battery will manifest … Read more
