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Dash Warning Lights – Only Provide A Warning Something Is Wrong

06/21/2025

Most dash warning lights, tell you that a fault has occurred inside the vehicle’s system. So, dash warning lights provide an idea – sometimes precise, sometimes vague – of what’s wrong with a vehicle. But, […]

Engine Knocking Ticking Noise – Is This The End Of Your Engine

06/18/2025

So, your driving down the road and all of a sudden you hear, a engine knocking ticking noise. Many assume this engine knocking ticking noise, is the end of their engine and just move on. […]

Cylinder Head Gasket Leaks Are Expensive – Know The Symptoms

06/12/2025

Cylinder head gasket leaks, can cause a variety of problems. And, usually happens when your not expecting it. First of all, you can not see the cylinder head gasket, without removing the cylinder head. So, actually […]

Fuel Pump Relay – Function – Failure – Testing Procedures

06/09/2025

The fuel pump relay, is activated whenever the ignition is turned on. So, the primary function of the fuel pump relay, is to maintain a steady voltage supply to the fuel pump. Therefore, when switched […]

Engine Rattling Noise – Reasons You May Have Them – Solutions

06/06/2025

You start your engine like normal, but you hear an engine rattling noise, you’ve never heard before. Subsequently, an engine rattling noise, can spring up from a number of different sources. So, the first part […]

Emission Control Systems – What Are They – How Do They Work

06/04/2025

Emission control systems help control fuel fumes, while cleaning engine producing exhaust gases. So, emission control systems, have been efficient in reducing air pollution, caused by automotive engines. And, emission control systems, depend on a […]

Engine Problems Can Be Scary – Learn About The Common Ones

05/31/2025

For most people, diagnosing engine problems is not easy. And, can be scary to even think about. That’s why, our fear of the unknown, is what makes engine problems so scary. So, if you own […]

Oil Pan Gasket Leak – How to Diagnose and Confirm the Leak

05/28/2025

An oil pan gasket leak is something no one wants. But, oil pan leaks are probably the most common leaks. So, it is not uncommon, for the gasket to wear out and start leaking oil. […]

Engine Sludge – Causes and Prevention Tips

05/25/2025

Engine sludge forms, as the engine oil oxidizes and breaks down. During oxidation the oil combines with dirt, fuel, metal particles, water, gases, and coolant. As a result, leaving behind deposits, recognized as engine sludge. […]

Reducing Fuel Consumption - Keep the Money, in Your Pocket

Reducing Fuel Consumption – Keep More Money, in Your Pocket

04/28/2025

Reducing fuel consumption is a big concern today. All because of the constant increase, in the cost of fuel. However, proactive steps can be taken, by paying attention to your driving habits, and following a […]

Bad Radiator Cap – A Cheap Fix, For a Potential Disaster

04/22/2025

First, when was the last time you checked to see if you had a, bad radiator cap ? The radiator cap is a very important part of the engine’s cooling system. But, it is often […]

Engine Oil Leaks – How To Find Them – Repair Recommendations

04/18/2025

Engine oil leaks, can simply be minor annoyances, or they can be serious threats, to the life of your engine. So, having engine oil leaks, means that you have, less lubricant inside the engine. And, […]

Engine Timing Belt – Sets The Mechanical Heartbeat Of The Engine

04/14/2025

Neglecting your engine timing belt, could destroy your engine from the inside out. So, the timing belt, is a very simple part, but it can also be a ticking time bomb. Depending on the year, […]

White Stuff Under My Oil Filler Cap – What Is It ? Is It Bad ?

04/07/2025

So, you take the oil cap off of your valve cover, to top off your oil. Then, you find milky creamy white stuff, coating the bottom of the oil cap and down into the filler […]