Is my Rear Main Seal Leaking?
An oil leak anywhere in an automobile is a serious issue because oil is so instrumental to the proper operation of the vehicle. But an oil leak in the rear of the engine it may be a sign that you have a rear main seal leak. A rear main seal leak is especially problematic for…
Read MoreHow Do I Flush My Radiator?
Flushing the car radiator is like taking a bath or winterizing the lawn mower. It cleans out the impurities that can build up over time and clog or otherwise inhibit the radiator from functioning properly. Radiators often receive little attention or appreciation for their vigilance in keeping the engine from freezing and/or overheating. Many…
Read MoreMy Car is leaking Engine Oil
Oh man, are you in trouble? Your car or truck is leaking oil, and that can be a really bad sign. Left unchecked, it can destroy the vehicle’s engine, cost you thousands of dollars and leave you without transportation. Even in the best case scenario, you’re pouring new oil—and money—down the crank case periodically, and…
Read MoreDo I have a blown Head Gasket?
“Your timing chain broke.” “You need a complete engine overhaul.” “You blew your rear main seal.” “Your mother-in-law is coming to stay for a few months.” These are among the scariest phrases for any vehicle owner. Add one more to that list: “You have a blown head gasket.” When it comes to an automobile,…
Read MoreDo My Brakes Need to Be Replaced?
Nearly everything in an automobile functions to help it move, or to make the people in it comfortable while it is moving. The sole component of a car whose purpose is to stop that movement has a big job, and it must do it alone. Its proper functioning is a serious safety issue – and…
Read MoreLow Coolant Levels May Not Mean There’s a Leak
How can it be that the level of coolant in your car is low but you don’t seem to have a leak? Aren’t low coolant levels an indication of a leak? And what is the big deal about coolant in the first place? It is possible for levels to drop without a visible leak, or any…
Read MoreLocating and Fixing a Coolant Leak
Coolant is critical to your car. It keeps the engine from overheating and grinding to a halt. Consequently, when your car has a coolant leak, it should be a matter of immediate concern. The cooling system includes numerous parts – the radiator, radiator fan, coolant hoses, water pump, coolant reservoir, and the coolant itself. Coolant…
Read MoreIs Your Head Gasket Blown?
When it comes to your automobile, a blown head gasket is just about the most expensive diagnosis there is, short of what happens if you continue to drive with your head gasket blown. The result of that could be catastrophic engine failure and a trip to the junk yard for a new engine – or…
Read More10 Myths About Car Repair and Maintenance
If you’re like most Americans, you drive your car every day and couldn’t really get along without one. It gets you to work, to the grocery store, around town and to visit family. Your car is essential to your lifestyle. That means car repair and maintenance are also essential to your lifestyle. If you want…
Read More10 Car Maintenance Tips Every Teen Driver Should Know
Getting the keys to a car is a great rite of passage for every American teenager. It divides their life into before and after, increases their mobility and sets the stage for their transition into adulthood. Plus, it makes them feel cool and grown up. Part of being grown up is not ignoring that squeaking…
Read MoreWhat Maintenance Does My Car Need?
For most people, a car is their second largest investment. It costs $20,000 or more new and generally requires a loan to purchase. Unlike the first largest investment, a home, the car is going to decline in value and eventually need to be replaced. That is why it is so important to do the proper car…
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