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How to Tell If Your Vehicle's Freeze Plugs Are Bad

How to Tell If Your Vehicle's Freeze Plugs Are Bad

1st Oct 2021

Freeze plugs play an important role in automotive engines. Typically consisting of brass or aluminum plug-like pieces -- some of them are made of rubber as well -- they are designed to fill the … Read More...

What Is a Ground Strap and Why Is It Important?

What Is a Ground Strap and Why Is It Important?

2nd Sep 2021

Have you been told that your vehicle's ground strap is bad? Ground connections are required in all types of vehicles. Even if your vehicle is powered by a combustion gas engine, it will require … Read More...

3 Signs it's Time for an Oil Pressure Sensor Replacement

3 Signs it's Time for an Oil Pressure Sensor Replacement

26th Aug 2021

An engine oil pressure warning light is nothing to ignore. This is usually a sign that you need an oil pressure sensor replacement. The oil pressure sensor is an important automotive component … Read More...

Don't Forget to Inspect Your Vehicle's Gas Cap

Don't Forget to Inspect Your Vehicle's Gas Cap

19th Aug 2021

When was the last time that you inspected your vehicle's gas cap? All combustion-engine vehicles have a gas cap. Assuming your vehicle is equipped with a combustion engine that burns gas, it wil … Read More...

Troubleshooting a Car Window That Won't Roll

Troubleshooting a Car Window That Won't Roll

12th Aug 2021

Can't seem to roll up one of your car's windows? Assuming your car has power windows, it should roll up when you press the appropriate button. Power windows aren't immune to failure, however. Th … Read More...

What Is the Gravity Brake Bleeding Method?

What Is the Gravity Brake Bleeding Method?

6th Aug 2021

When was the last time that you bled your vehicle's brakes? It's an essential form of maintenance that can improve your vehicle's braking performance while simultaneously protecting against it f … Read More...