* Issue : Leaking Power Steering Hose* Description : It is common for power steering hoses to leak or malfunction from regular wear.* Solution : Steering and Suspension System
* Issue : Leaking Water Pump* Description : A leak may occur from failing components in the cooling system.* Solution : Cooling System Repair * Issue : Leaking Radiator and Cap* Description : The radiator may leak due to regular wear and tear. If the vehicle overheats or if coolant goes unmaintained, the radiator may
* Issue : Fuel Injector Leak* Description : Clogged fuel injectors are caused by dirt in the fuel system. If dirt gets past the fuel filter and into the fuel injectors, they will become plugged and prevent fuel from reaching the combustion chamber.* Solution : Fuel Injection * Issue : Fuel Rail/Fuel Pressure Regulator Leak*
Can you pinpoint where the odor is coming from ? Engine Compartment Read More »
* Issue : Loose or Worn Drive Belt* Description : A serpentine belt is a rubber belt that is driven by pulleys connected to the engine, the belt then runs motors and pumps that are necessary to help keep your vehicle running. When your serpentine belt begins to make noise or is noticeably worn or
When do you hear the chirp ? When the engine is running Read More »
* Issue : Brake Pad Wear Indicator is Contacting Rotor* Description : The brake pad wear indicator is a metal tab attached to the brake pad. When enough of the friction material is worn away, the wear indicator will contact the rotor and make a squealing sound.* Solution : Brake Inspection * Issue : Worn
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* Issue : Punctured Tire* Description : A flat tire can happen at any time, Knowing how to change your tire and keeping a regular check on your spare, checking the pressure and quality of the spare, can wind up saving you time, money, and aggravation. Keeping a tire plug kit in your vehicle is
What do you see ? Tire looks flat Read More »
* Issue : Loose or Worn Drive Belt* Description : A serpentine belt is a rubber belt that is driven by pulleys connected to the engine, the belt then runs motors and pumps that are necessary to help keep your vehicle running. When your serpentine belt begins to make noise or is noticeably worn or
Where do you hear the chirp when you accelerate ? Engine compartment Read More »
* Issue : Worn Clutch Disc Surface* Description : Over time, the clutch plate will wear down and “slip”. When shifting through gears the clutch is used to separate the transmission from the engine so that the gears of the transmission can easily be changed without the engine spinning the gears in the transmission. If
Where do you hear the chirp when you accelerate ? Under the vehicle Read More »