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12/1/2017
What Transmission Do I Have?
Your vehicle’s transmission is the most complicated system in the entire car—and arguably the most important. As such, if you ever need to have repairs made or a rebuilt, you’ll need to know exactly which type your vehicle uses. We don’t just mean manual versus automatic. Hopefully, you know the answer to that one! […]
11/24/2017
How Does a Radiator Work?
The radiator is one of the most misunderstood automotive components. This may be because a car radiator works so differently from a home radiator. The one in your home works essentially to warm up the immediate surroundings—but the one in your car does something a little different. Your Engine Cooling System It’s […]
11/17/2017
Where is the Temperature Sensor on a Car?
The vehicles of today are all pretty smart. They come equipped with sensors and gauges to help alert owners to potential problems or maintenance needs. One of the most important of these sensors—and perhaps one of the most overlooked—is the coolant temperature sensor, sometimes abbreviated as the CTS. But what does this sensor do, […]
10/27/2017
What Does the Check Engine Light Mean?
The check engine light is a mysterious thing: Most vehicle owners are aware that it exists, and that seeing it turn yellow is never a good sign. And yet, many drivers are unsure of exactly what an engine warning might entail, or what the protocol is when they see it come on. The engine […]
9/29/2017
How are Car Wash Companies Conserving Water?
The Water Conservation Act of 2009 introduced strict usage rates for urban centers. These rates were put into effect in an effort to reduce usage by at least 20% by 2020. The provisions provide usage targets that retailers must comply with to remain eligible for grants or loans. In addition, it spells out different […]
8/16/2017
Types of Springs for Your Vehicle
As you drive your car, the wheels and tires come intact with varying types of terrain, including speed bumps, rough patches, potholes and over highway hazards. The up and down motion from this can be highly disruptive to your driving experience but fortunately, modern automobiles are outfitted with springs, which absorb much of this […]
8/2/2017
What to Expect After a Car’s Failed Smog Test
In several states across the country, motorists are required to take their car in for an emissions test before they are allowed to have it registered. The purpose of the emissions test is to reduce the amount of harmful, toxic gases released into the environment. When a vehicle passes the emissions test or “smog […]
7/19/2017
When to Replace Muffler: Top Signs and Symptoms
Making repairs to your vehicle’sexhaust system can sometimes be rather expensive depending on its make, model, and general condition. With that said, delaying needed repair work is not advised and can cause the price of that repair work to rise sharply. This is certainly true of muffler issues. Any problem with the muffler is […]
6/9/2017
What Does An Oxygen Sensor Do?
As a vehicle owner, the last thing you want to see is the bright orange “Check Engine” light burning. This alert is almost always the result of a tripped oxygen, aka O2, sensor. Another warning sign could be the message on your car’s computer that there is a heater circuit malfunction. When you see […]