Why Is There Transmission Fluid Leaking From the Bellhousing?
<Transmission fluid leaking from the bellhousing of your transmission means you’ve got a leak somewhere on the front of your transmission. Unfortunately there area few places the fluid could be coming from and they are all pretty difficult to inspect. The first step in diagnosing any transmission fluid leak from the front of your transmission…
Read MoreHow to Change Spark Plugs
There are a few things you can do to keep your modern fuel injected vehicle running great! This used to be called a tune-up but on modern cars, a tune-up is really just changing your filters, using some cleaner in your fuel system and installing new spark plugs. The spark plug is what lights to…
Read MoreWhere is my Car Leaking Antifreeze From?
If you’ve got a car leaking antifreeze it’s important to get the problem fixed right away. Leaking antifreeze will lead to overheating and overheating leads to: Being broken down Burst coolant hoses Blown head gaskets Warped cylinder heads Cracked engine block All this can be avoided if you get the leak fixed! To find out…
Read MoreHow to Change a Wheel Speed Sensor
If you need to change a wheel speed sensor you probably have an ABS, VSC, TRAC or car with squiggly lines coming from the bottom of it light up on your dash. Those lights can be annoying to look at each day, but what you need to understand is that light represents a dangerous situation. …
Read MoreWhy Do I Have a Leaky Rear Main Seal?
Having a leaky rear main seal can put you in a tight spot. Do you let it leak? Do you get it fixed? Do you sell the car and pass the problem on to someone else? Before you decide, it’s important to understand how you got here and what your options are. Why Do I…
Read MoreTransmission Fluid Replacement
Transmission fluid replacement is a simple job, it’s inexpensive and it’s just as important as replacing your engine oil. Besides replacing the engine in your vehicle, replacing the transmission is the next most expensive repair you can do in your vehicle. Just like your engine, your transmission needs clean lubricants to keep in running smoothly…
Read MoreWhat Should I be Doing For Winter Car Care?
Caring for your vehicle during the cold winter months is even more important than your regular car maintenance routines. Cold weather can be extremely rough on a car’s engine, interior and exterior and if you don’t care for your car well this winter you will be in for some surprises this spring. Winter Car Care…
Read MoreHow Do You Check Tire Pressure?
For most of us, checking our tire pressure is something that can be done quickly and from the comfort of your driver’s seat. How do you check your tire pressure? By looking in the “tire pressures” section of your vehicle’s information system! Did you know that there is actually legislation that requires vehicles sold in…
Read MoreWhat is My Car Leaking?
For some of us, a leaky car isn’t a big deal. A few drips on the driveway are just a normal part of your day and topping off your fluids is something you’re comfortable with. For the rest of us, a leaky car is just a reminder that you’ve got work to do this weekend,…
Read MoreHow to Change a Starter
Finding out how to change a starter on your car can save you a lot of money and headache. Doing any vehicle maintenance or repair yourself will of coarse save you paying the mechanic’s fees but in this case, it can also save you from having to get your vehicle towed! Unless you happen to…
Read MoreWhat Hydraulic Service Should I be Doing?
Every piece of equipment needs to be serviced. From your lawnmower to your truck to your Bucyrus RH400, if it’s got moving parts then it should be serviced regularly. Sure you can skip the regular hydraulic service on your equipment, but what price will you pay? Sure you’ll save $20 now by keeping that old…
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