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Is your sun visor flopping down into your line of sight while driving? There aren’t too many things more annoying (and dangerous) than a sun visor that won’t stay up while driving. Whether it’s slowly sliding down or just completely drops, there are several reasons why this happens and multiple ways to fix it. The … Read more
Engine compression is the heartbeat of your vehicle… when it’s low, everything suffers. Low compression can transform a reliable vehicle into a frustrating problem on wheels seemingly overnight. For many car owners, recognizing the signs of low engine compression early on can mean the difference between a simple fix and a major repair bill. Related: … Read more
Adaptive cruise control takes regular cruise control to the next level by automatically slowing down or speeding up your car to maintain a safe distance from vehicles ahead. While convenient, what happens when it stops working correctly? Here are some of the most common adaptive cruise control problems you may encounter, what causes them, and … Read more
Have you ever felt that unsettling sensation when your car suddenly jerks or stutters while driving? This common issue is both frustrating and concerning and the large number of possible causes doesn’t help things. But by understanding when the jerking occurs (whether during acceleration, cruising, braking, idling, or other scenarios), you can help narrow down … Read more
That sudden rattling sound coming from underneath your car whenever you hit a bump can be more than just annoying. It may be that there’s a serious mechanical issue that needs attention. Many drivers ignore these noises, hoping they’ll go away on their own. But doing that can cause a minor repair to turn into … Read more
Hearing strange noises from your wheels? Feeling more vibration in the steering wheel than usual while driving? These could be signs that your wheel hub assembly is going bad. It’s one of those parts you probably never think about until something goes wrong. Let’s look at the symptoms of wheel hub failure in more detail … Read more
Most drivers don’t think about their camshaft position sensor until something goes wrong. This small yet important sensor helps control your engine’s timing, and when it fails, it can make your car behave in strange and unpredictable ways. Let’s look at the most common symptoms of camshaft position sensor failure, how to correctly diagnose it, … Read more
Has your car ever stalled unexpectedly while driving? There are few things worse than feeling your engine sputter and die, especially when you’re in heavy traffic or on the highway. Because there are so many possible causes of a stalled engine, troubleshooting can be a lengthy process. Fortunately, the fix isn’t always major. Let’s look … Read more
A failing fuel pump relay can turn a reliable vehicle into an unpredictable headache. This small electronic switch controls when your fuel pump receives power, making it a critical component for keeping your engine running. Relay problems are often frustrating to correctly diagnose since the symptoms often resemble others and may seem random. Fortunately, the … Read more
Bleeding your brakes is one of those car maintenance tasks that seems simple enough at first glance, but also easy to get wrong if you’re not careful. One small mistake can lead to big problems down the road. Whether you’re replacing brake components or just performing routine maintenance, here are the most common brake bleeding … Read more