5 Ways to Tell Your Catalytic Converter Has Been Stolen

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Having your catalytic converter stolen is no fun. They’re expensive to replace and can cause you to fail a smog test. Fortunately, it’s pretty easy to tell if your catalytic converter has been stolen in case you’ve been wondering. How to Tell Your Catalytic Converter is Missing Thought catalytic converter theft claims are dropping, it’s … Read more

What Causes Tire Cupping? (Check These 6 Things)

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Did you know there’s more to tire maintenance than simply rotating the tires? Tire cupping is the uneven wear across your tire tread. But why does this happen? Let’s look at the most common culprits of tire cupping. What Is Tire Cupping? Tire cupping is a specific type of irregular tire tread wear that causes … Read more

Car Overheats When AC Is On? (Check These 4 Things)

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Your car should never overheat under normal operating conditions. If you’re dealing with intermittent overheating issues, your vehicle may have one of the problems on this list. Reasons Air Conditioning Causes a Car to Overheat When a car overheats, it usually indicates a mechanical problem with the cooling system. Sometimes, a car can also overheat … Read more

Feathering the Accelerator (Throttle Control 101)

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The accelerator or gas pedal isn’t an on-off switch. You will get the most out of your vehicle’s handling if you step on the gas pedal gradually in certain situations. This gradual application is called feathering the accelerator, an important form of throttle control. Proper application of this technique could even save your life. How … Read more

How to Polish and Restore Headlights (In 5 Easy Steps)

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Headlight housings get cloudy over time due to yellowing from ultraviolet (UV) light. They can also pick up scratches from road debris and improper washing techniques. A headlight restoration will bring back the original clarity of your headlights and substantially improve visibility down the road. Steps to Restore Headlights The following steps have been used on … Read more

When to Use Fog Lights (And Do You Need Them?)

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Fog lights are a second set of lights on the front and rear of the vehicle that are designed to be used in low visibility situations. Fog density varies depending on the weather conditions. Very dense fog may reduce visibility to only a few feet in front of the vehicle, making it unsafe to drive … Read more

7 Causes of Outer Tire Wear (And How to Prevent It)

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Have you noticed uneven wear on the outside of your tires? Outer tire wear is a common symptom of alignment and suspension problems. Here are a few different things you can check if you’re trying to find the cause. Related: Causes of Inner Tire Wear Causes of Outer Tire Wear 1) Under Inflation (Not Enough Air) … Read more

7 Symptoms of a Bad Body Control Module (And Replacement Cost)

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The body control module (BCM) is a type of computer that controls many of the electrical systems around the interior and exterior of the vehicle outside of normal engine operation. It allows you to operate windows, headlights, taillights, fog lights, door locks, HVAC controls, and much more. When you have a malfunctioning BCM, many of … Read more