Electrical System

Where Is the Computer Box Located In a Car?

Summary On most vehicles, the computer box is usually near the glove box or under the dashboard. Some computer boxes…

4 weeks ago

How Does an Alternator Work?

Summary An alternator creates electricity for the vehicle using electromagnetic induction. It uses a rotor and stator. The rotor is…

1 month ago

Will Changing My Instrument Cluster Change The Mileage?

Summary No, changing the instrument cluster will not change the mileage of the vehicle. A vehicle’s mileage is tracked using…

3 months ago

Nissan Frontier Runs After Jump Starting Then Dies

Summary A Nissan Frontier (or any vehicle) that immediately dies after jump starting most likely has a drained battery or…

6 months ago

Multifunction Switch: What It Is, How It Works, When to Replace, and More

Summary A multifunction switch is a cluster of switches built into a single assembly. It typically includes the wiper/washer switch,…

8 months ago

Why Is the BMW Gas Only Showing Half Tank? Causes and Fixes

Summary Common causes for your BMW showing only half a tank of fuel include bad fuel gauges, inoperative sending units,…

8 months ago

What Is a Lighting Control Module? Benefits, How to Reset, and More

Summary While most vehicles use the BCM to control the lights, some vehicles are equipped with a lighting control module…

9 months ago

Do Performance Chips Work?

Summary Performance chips adjust and optimize various systems in a vehicle to increase engine output and boost performance. Some benefits…

10 months ago

Your Guide to Trailer Wiring: How It Works, How to Wire, and More

Summary Trailer wiring is what’s used to power lights and other electrical accessories in trailers. Passenger cars have seven pins,…

11 months ago

What Is a BMS Reset? When and How to Do It

Summary BMS stands for “Battery Management System.” It’s the assembly that houses and keeps the batteries operational. The BMS monitors…

1 year ago