Of all the parts in your car, the crankshaft sensor is not one that usually requires a replacement. It’s one component that will last most of your vehicle’s lifespan. Still, if it fails and needs to be replaced, the replacement process is pretty straightforward. Replacing a crankshaft sensor is easy and only requires some essential … Read more
Evacuating a car’s air-conditioning system with a vacuum pump is a crucial part of its overall maintenance program. Doing so ensures that impurities like dirt and debris are removed from the system, allowing it to function optimally. Still, the lack of a pump shouldn’t stop you from doing it, as you can evacuate a car … Read more
Chevy 5.3 engines typically make a consistent humming sound when in excellent condition. That’s why you’ll know there’s a problem when you suddenly hear a ticking noise coming from one or more of its lifters. Thankfully, the problem can be fixed if you troubleshoot it early. Chevy 5.3 lifter tick noises are caused by worn-out … Read more
The transmission in your Honda Accord plays a crucial role in the car’s performance. So, you must troubleshoot and resolve any transmission problems quickly before they worsen. First, identify the issues affecting your Honda Accord transmission. You can do that by using onboard diagnostics to check for fault codes or by looking for symptoms. Those … Read more
The carburetor is designed to prepare a fuel and air mixture to be sent to the engine. Once there, the mixture can be combusted to produce power and make your vehicle move. Unfortunately, none of that is possible if there’s no fuel getting from the carb to the engine. The lack of fuel between the … Read more
Steering wheels are supposed to be perfectly centered, especially when driving in a straight line. However, there are circumstances when the steering will be off-center, forcing you to constantly adjust it to ensure that your car is indeed driving straight. A steering wheel becomes off-center when there’s a problem with the vehicle’s suspension system. That … Read more
The alternator is a component powered by your car’s engine. Its main job is to keep the car battery recharged, so it’s ready to deliver the necessary cranking power to start your vehicle the next time. Unfortunately, it can cause an overcharging, silent, but potentially damaging condition. You can tell if your alternator is overcharging … Read more
Wiper blades have the very straightforward responsibility of removing water, snow, and anything else obstructing your view of the road. They typically operate silently, though sounds like squeaking can occur and signal that there’s a problem. You can make your windscreen wipers stop squeaking by wetting the windshield before turning them on. Besides that, cleaning … Read more
Your Chevy Silverado is an excellent, well-designed vehicle. However, that’s only true if you can get its engine started with the help of its starter. The starter is reliable, but it’s still prone to experiencing the occasional problem during its lifespan. 4 common causes trigger Chevy Silverado starter problems. First, the starter can fail indirectly … Read more
The thermostat is a small component in a car’s cooling system that plays a crucial role. It opens and closes, allowing coolant to flow and preventing the engine from overheating. But what happens when it gets stuck open, and how will you know it’s happening? You’ll know your car thermostat is stuck open when the … Read more