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Reading Time: 3 minutes A remote start is a helpful feature, especially in extremely cold or warm weather, as it lets you prepare your… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutes No matter how carefully you handle your belongings, it’s still possible for you to misplace your car’s key. Dealing with… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutes Window tint has many benefits. Aside from reducing glare, it can also protect your interior from the damaging effects of… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes If your heater isn’t blowing hot air, it’s likely your vehicle is experiencing one or more of the following problems:… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutes One of the perks of being a car owner is you get to beat the heat while traveling. However, there… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes The blower motor is an important part of your vehicle’s air-conditioning system. It’s responsible for pushing air into the cabin… Read More

Reading Time: < 1 minute Q: I have a 2012 Ford F-150 with a direct-injected, 3.5L EcoBoost engine. To combat carbon build-up on the valves,… Read More

Reading Time: < 1 minute Q: I have a 2002 Kia Sportage. Recently, my car’s windshield washers stopped working. I can no longer hear the… Read More

Reading Time: < 1 minute Q: I have a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. The truck has a minor steering wheel shimmy on the freeway when traveling… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes Your vehicle’s brakes malfunctioning while you’re driving is one of the worst-case scenarios you never want to live through, and… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Chances are that you’ve pumped the brakes in the past, especially if you’re a longtime driver or own an older… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes All vehicular components get damaged due to general wear and tear. Some have consequences that are more extreme than others,… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutes Corrosion and rust are some of the worst threats faced by your car. They will ruin your vehicle’s looks and… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes Windshield wipers are a vital part of any vehicle. They make it easier to drive during inclement weather by keeping… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes You probably don’t pay much attention to your windshield spray nozzles. They’re often just neatly tucked away underneath your windshield… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes You’ve probably noticed your headlights and tail lights get hot after using them for a long time. This is because… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes Exiting your vehicle at night is much easier when you have a set of functioning courtesy lights. You’ll usually notice… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Fog lights are indispensable for driving safely through inclement weather conditions like fog, heavy rainfall, or snow. But have you… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Your cooling system needs coolant or antifreeze to regulate the engine’s temperature. So check your coolant level regularly, especially before… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes The coolant or antifreeze keeps your engine’s temperature stable, but it needs to circulate through the cooling system to work…. Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes A pulley is an important part of your vehicle’s cooling system. It helps power the water pump, which keeps your… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes If your heater isn’t blowing hot air, it’s likely your vehicle is experiencing one or more of the following problems:… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Running out of diesel exhaust fluid is a problem you don’t want to have. If you ever run out, drive… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes Your vehicle’s brakes malfunctioning while you’re driving is one of the worst-case scenarios you never want to live through, and… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Driveshafts are sturdy components, and they’re specially engineered to last a long time. If your vehicle isn’t a front-wheel drive,… Read More

Reading Time: 6 minutes If the differential starts leaking differential fluid, you should take action immediately and identify what’s causing the leak before things… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes The pinion seal keeps the entire differential system closed. A bad pinion seal will not only compromise the differential’s performance,… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Your vehicle’s power outlets are incredibly useful because they allow the driver and passengers to power or charge their devices…. Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Harness wires are the cables that connect all the electrical and electronic components in your vehicle. They transmit signals and… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutes Driving with a broken speedometer makes it difficult to abide by the legal speed limit. More than hefty fines, you… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Running out of diesel exhaust fluid is a problem you don’t want to have. If you ever run out, drive… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Fluids such as oil and coolant need to circulate inside an engine. To ensure they don’t leak out, engines are… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes An excessive amount of smoke pouring out of your vehicle’s exhaust can be alarming. Though there are many factors that… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes A leak in your vehicle’s fuel line could spell a lot of trouble, especially for a fuel injection system. Most… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutes Oxygen (O2) sensors are critical to the proper calculation of the air-fuel mixture that runs through the engine. But like… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Fuel prices tend to go up instead of down. Fortunately, you can mitigate the impact on your wallet by driving… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes A lot can go wrong when you’re out on the road一you could get a flat tire, the engine can overheat,… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutes Before we start, let’s explain that if your engine is spinning normally when you turn the key or push the… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes A key fob can make locking and starting your car fast and easy, especially when you have your hands full…. Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes The odometer is one of the basic gauges all vehicles possess, and you’ll often find a trip meter linked to… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Despite the increasing prevalence of rear view cameras, the old-fashioned rear view mirror remains the best way to keep track… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Whether you’re going on a long drive or just a trip to run errands, it pays to have comfortable car… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutes Parking under a tree can help keep your car cool and protected from the sun, but it also means tree… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Anti-theft car systems work by flashing lights or sounding an alarm when someone breaks into the vehicle. Depending on the… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes If you think it’s time to get rid of your vehicle, consider the following options: Selling at an online marketplace… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes What Does the P0513 Code Mean? Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0513 stands for “Incorrect Immobilizer Key.” The immobilizer system works… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes Modern vehicles come equipped with automatic transmission systems that allow drivers to shift gears automatically.  Newer automatic transmissions have a… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes The oxygen (O2) sensor measures the oxygen content in the exhaust stream. It also sends rich and lean signals to… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes A high-pressure power steering line delivers hydraulic fluid to the steering gear, making it easy for you to turn the… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes The suspension system minimizes vibrations as you drive to maximize your driving experience and keep your ride comfortable. One of… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Wheel studs, together with lug nuts, are key parts of your vehicle’s suspension system that keep the wheels secured to… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Problems are bound to arise whenever you’re out on the road. These issues can be something simple like a worn-out… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Whether you drive a vehicle with a manual or automatic transmission, your vehicle has at least one transmission shifter cable… Read More

Reading Time: 2 minutes Vehicles can be equipped with up to two transmission speed sensors that measure how fast the input and output shafts… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Vehicles with keyless entry and ignition systems have become much more common over the years. They no longer require an… Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes You might be reading this because the symbol of a steering wheel with an exclamation point has illuminated in your… Read More

Reading Time: 5 minutes Your vehicle’s fuel level is probably one of the first things you check as soon as your dashboard lights up…. Read More

Reading Time: 3 minutes Proper wheel alignment prevents uneven tire wear and damage, keeping the ride smooth and safe. However, various issues can push… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Tire problems can be unpredictable. One moment you could be enjoying a scenic drive, and the next you could be… Read More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Running over a nail or a screw at just the right angle is the perfect way to mess up your… Read More