Maintenance Tips, Tricks And Hacks For Your Vehicle
There is a myth going on the internet that synthetic oil is bad for older cars. Not sure who started the rumors, but I will do my best to end them. Synthetic oil is actually not bad for older cars and older engines. Synthetic oil can only prolong the life of an old engine that…
You probably ask yourself ”why is my car overheating but it has coolant in it?” A lot of people think that engines overheat only when the cooling system has low levels of coolant. But, that is not always the case. Your car could be good on coolant and the engine can still overheat. Here is…
If your vehicle is misfiring and you suspect that clogged fuel injectors might be the cause, and you ask yourself will injector cleaner fix the misfire? A clogged fuel injector will most definitely cause a misfire, but will you be able to clean it with an injector cleaner and make the misfire go away? Key…
Chrome rims are supposed to be shiny all the time. But, each time you hit the brakes, the brake dust gets on the rims and makes them dirty. Then, there is the rain, mud, and dirt from the road. Not to mention the stains from all kinds of oil leaks. Chrome rims don’t rust, but…
When you buy your vehicle, it’s up to you to maintain it well enough so it will achieve the highest possible fuel economy. At first, it may sound like an easy task, but it is more complicated. You could end up neglecting your vehicle due to not having enough time or money to invest in…
We all have seen an airbag warning light on our dashboard at least once while owning a certain vehicle. When an airbag light is on, there is something wrong with your airbag system. But, can an airbag warning light turn itself off? Key Takeaway What Are Car Airbags? Airbags are safety devices installed in motor…
The turbo is designed to give power to your engine and to boost acceleration. The turbo is driven by exhaust gases. It is located with one side connected to the exhaust manifold and the other side to the mass airflow sensor. Because the turbo is powered by exhaust gases, over time, it can get clogged…
Have you ever wanted to learn how to clean an EGR valve without removing it? It’s actually not as difficult as it may seem! In this blog post, we’ll discuss the steps involved in cleaning an EGR valve without having to remove it from the vehicle. We’ll cover why cleaning your EGR valve is important,…
A throttle body is located between your air intake filter and piping and your intake manifold. The throttle body acts as a valve, restricting the amount of air that can go into the engine. As you press the gas pedal, you are actually opening up the throttle plate and allowing for more air to pass…
An inner or outer tie rod plays an important role in the suspension system. The inner and outer tie rod controls the left and right movement of your wheels. You can not pass a safety inspection with a bad inner or outer tie rod. So, is it safe to drive with a bad inner and…