How Often Should I Replace My Car Battery? Posted on June 14, 2019 Your Car Battery Keeps Your Car Alive One of the reasons that your vehicle operates during the cold or warm temperatures is because of your battery. It is always doing its job to allow you to drive. For many people, the battery and what it does are just taken for granted. They don’t realize its […]
What is an OBD Scanner? Posted on June 13, 2019 In today’s world, new technology is being introduced continuously. So it’s no wonder that today’s drivers are now able to take advantage of advances in OBD2 scanning technology previously only accessible by professional automotive mechanics with expensive diagnostic equipment. But not all OBD2 scanners are created equal. Read on for an in-depth analysis of this […]
Is My Vehicle OBD2 Compliant? Posted on June 12, 2019 If your vehicle was built in 1996 or later, it’s almost certainly OBDII-compliant. – “All cars and light trucks built and sold in the United States after January 1, 1994, were required to be OBD II equipped. In general, this means all 1996 model year vehicles and light trucks are compliant, even if it was […]
What is an OBD2 Scanner that Can Clear Codes? Posted on June 8, 2019 Onboard Diagnostics II (OBD2) is a diagnostic system that is included in every vehicle made after 1996. It is used to check the engine and other vehicle systems and communicate all the possible glitches that happen to them. There was a time when a vehicle didn’t have an advanced computer system to tell the mechanic […]
How to Replace a Distributor Cap and Rotor Posted on December 7, 2018 In this short guide, we’ll help you understand how to locate, remove and replace the distributor cap in your vehicle. If you have any doubt as to your skills or the complexity of the task, always seek the advice of a professional mechanic. 1. Locate the distributor cap The distributor cap is located under the […]
How to Drive an Overheating Engine Posted on November 22, 2018 Only drive when the engine temperature is low. Avoid driving with an overheating engine. If you have to drive an overheated engine, only drive it after the engine cools down. If the overheating problem is not recurrent, the problem might have been caused by factors such as driving during a hot day, leaving the air-conditioning […]
11 Things to do When Your Car Engine Overheats Posted on November 20, 2018 A critical skill to possess as a licensed driver is knowing how to deal with an overheated engine. When you are able to fix simple engine issues, you’ll be able to get on the road quickly and prevent major mechanical problems in the future. You’ll also be more confident in knowing when to seek professional […]
Why Is My Check Engine Light Still There? Posted on October 9, 2018 You’ve got a check engine light warning on your dash. Now what? You must be worried. And that’s okay, because clearly your car is in trouble. But how serious is the problem? Can you trust your car to get you to your next destination? You’re not even sure if you should pull over, keep driving [...]
Check Engine Lights: What to do and How to Fix Errors Posted on September 28, 2018 Like most car warning lights, the check engine light is a yellow, orange, or red engine symbol that appears on your dash when your car’s system malfunctions. Either it flashes or it remains steady. In the event that your check engine light is flashing, that’s an emergency. Safely pull over to the side of the […]
What Are the Most Common Check Engine Light Issues? Posted on September 3, 2018 Fact: When the check engine light comes on it spells bad news. There’s something wrong under the hood. You feel frustrated and paranoid. And often confused about your next course of action. Could be a loose gas cap triggering on the check engine light – easy fix. However, it could also mean that your catalytic […]