Maintenance Tips, Tricks And Hacks For Your Vehicle
When you turn off your car’s engine and still hear the fan running, it can be a puzzling and concerning experience. This phenomenon, while not uncommon, often raises questions about the health and functioning of the vehicle. The cooling fan, an essential component of a car’s cooling system, is designed to regulate engine temperature and…
As a vehicle owner, you may have heard about cooling system additives and how they can improve the performance of your engine’s cooling system. However, you may also be wondering if these additives actually work or if they are just another unnecessary expense. In this article, we will explore the effectiveness of cooling system additives and examine…
Upgrading your car’s cooling system is essential for maintaining optimal engine performance and preventing overheating. With the right modifications, you can improve your car’s efficiency and extend its lifespan. In this guide, we will explore the various ways you can upgrade your car’s cooling system for better performance and longevity. Key Takeaways: Understanding Your Car…
If you own a Ford vehicle, you may be familiar with the P0401 Code. This code indicates that your vehicle’s exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system is malfunctioning. The EGR system helps reduce the amount of nitrogen and other pollutants in your car’s emissions by cycling some of the exhaust back into the engine during idle…
After you repair the P0171 trouble code, you need to reset it using an OBD scanner in order for the check engine light to go away. P0171 trouble code usually comes up when there is a lean condition caused by Bank 1 (cylinders on one side of the engine). If you have successfully repaired the…
The P0442 code is an OBD-II trouble code that stands for “Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (Small Leak)” which indicates that the Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) System is leaking. In this article, I will be talking about the P0442 trouble code, its symptoms, causes, and how to fix it. What Does The P0442 Code…
The P0012 code is an OBD-II trouble code that stands for “A Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded (Bank 1)” and is triggered when the vehicle’s computer detects that the camshaft position timing on cylinder number one is off. This code may appear for multiple reasons, and you need to properly diagnose what triggers the P0012 trouble…
The P0507 is an OBD-II trouble code that stands for Air Control System RPM Higher Than Expected which refers to an idle control system fault. The engine control module (ECM) sets the P0507 trouble code when it sees that the idle RPMs have been higher than the limit for a certain amount of time. In…
The cost for a BMW X5 (1999 – 2023) motor mount replacement is between $353.93 and $495.49. The motor mount part cost for BMW X5 (2009 – 2023) is between $103.93 and $165.49 (per mount) while labor costs are between $250 and $330. How Many Motor Mounts Are In a BMW X5 The BMW X5…
The P0118 OBD-II trouble code means that there is a problem with the Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) circuit and the sensor that goes with it. The ECT is a thermistor or an electrical resistor whose resistance is drastically decreased by heat. The ECT is placed in the coolant passage in the cylinder head of your…
