Checking your transmission fluid is vital for preventing serious, costly damage down the road. But does it matter whether you check hot or cold? Getting it right matters, as incorrect fluid levels can spell transmission trouble. Read on to learn the ideal time and technique for inspecting your transmission fluid. Read Also: How Often Should … Read more
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
Cruise control has been around since the late 1950s. There was a time when you could only find this convenient feature in a few model vehicles. Nowadays, it seems like virtually every model vehicle on the road has a cruise control feature. Cruise control not engaging seems like a trivial issue, but the inability to … Read more
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
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
The engine control module (ECM), also referred to as the engine control unit (ECU), is a critical component which links your engine to the central computer of your vehicle. The ECM manages most of the functions of the engine, based on the information it receives from other systems and electronic components within the vehicle. If … Read more
Has your manual transmission car started feeling a little odd when shifting gears? Do you notice the engine revving higher than normal before the car starts moving? A slipping clutch could be to blame and it will only get worse over time. Knowing how to identify the distinct symptoms of a clutch that’s slipping early … Read more
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
Engine oil is circulated through your engine via an oil pump. Your oil pressure is higher when your oil is thicker or there is an obstruction in an oil passage. There are also times when high oil pressure is normal and no cause for concern. Here’s how you can know the difference. Related: Low Oil … Read more
Driving uphill reveals weaknesses that are hidden on level ground. Gravity works against you, forcing the engine to work harder. Accelerating now tests every component and if one part isn’t functioning like it should, your vehicle may suddenly struggle, hesitate, or even stall when going uphill. If you car seems like it’s losing power while … Read more