* Issue : Bad Timing Chain/Belt* Description : Timing chains are subjected to normal wear and tear over the life of the vehicle. The constant wear and tear will stretch the timing chain and wear the teeth of the timing gears. This includes the seals as well.* Solution : Timing Belt Replacement * Issue : […]
Where do you hear the rattle ? Engine Compartment Read More »
* Issue : Engine is Burning Too Much Fuel* Description : Black smoke may mean your engine is burning too much fuel or that your fuel return line is clogged. It is important to check your sensors, fuel injectors, and fuel-pressure regulator. To fix the issue and gain better fuel economy, be sure to have
What color is the smoke ? Black 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
What do you hear ?When do you hear the chirp ? When I start the car Read More »
* Issue : Warped Brake Rotors* Description : A warped brake rotor can be caused by excessive heat or improper wheel lug nut torque. If you feel a pulsation or vibration in the brake pedal, check the rotors for runout and parallelism (thickness variation). Pedal pulsation is normal on vehicles with ABS when the ABS
Where do you feel the vibration when braking ? Through the steering wheel Read More »
* Issue : Out-of-Round Brake Drums* Description : Out-of -round brake drums are often caused by extreme temperature changes during normal braking. An out-of-round drum may look okay to the naked eye, but it can cause gabbing, pulling, and pedal pulsations.* Solution : Rear Drum Brake Repair
Where do you feel the vibration when braking ? Through the seats Read More »
* Issue : Warped Brake Rotors* Description : A warped brake rotor can be caused by excessive heat or improper wheel lug nut torque. If you feel a pulsation or vibration in the brake pedal, check the rotors for runout and parallelism (thickness variation). Pedal pulsation is normal on vehicles with ABS when the ABS
Where do you feel the vibration when braking ? Not sure Read More »
* Issue : Loose or Worn Front End Component* Description : Loose or worn suspension components will affect vehicle handling and wheel alignment. Loose wheel bearings and worn bushings can cause vibrations, pulling, and increased tire wear.* Solution : Suspension Inspection
When do you feel the vibration ? When accelerating from a stop Read More »
* Issue : Front Wheels Out of Balance (Wheel Weight Fell Off)* Description : Wheel balance can affect the ride of your vehicle, if the wheels are out of balance you may be experiencing a vibration feeling or vibration noise when driving, and sometimes its even stronger at highway speeds. Wheel balancing is done to
When do you feel the vibration ? Constantly when traveling at higher speeds 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 squeal ? All the time Read More »