JB Tools Blog

How to Spot a Blown Fuse in Your Vehicle

How to Spot a Blown Fuse in Your Vehicle

29th Jul 2021

Fuses are an important part of automotive electrical systems. Regardless of what type of vehicle you drive, it probably has fuses. Some vehicles have 20 fuses, whereas others have over 60 fuses. … Read More...

Why Your Vehicle's AC Line Is Freezing Up

Why Your Vehicle's AC Line Is Freezing Up

22nd Jul 2021

Have you noticed ice covering one of your vehicle's air conditioning (AC) line? Like residential AC systems, automotive AC systems have lines that carry refrigerant to various pieces of equipmen … Read More...

The Beginner's Guide to Brake Boosters

The Beginner's Guide to Brake Boosters

15th Jul 2021

Your vehicle's braking system consists of more than just discs. While most vehicles have brake discs, they also have a brake booster. Brake boosters are an important braking component. Without a … Read More...

What Is a Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor and How Does It Work?

What Is a Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor and How Does It Work?

8th Jul 2021

Sensors are commonly found in cars, trucks and SUVs. Regardless of what type of vehicle you drive, it probably has an array of sensors. While you may already know some of them, the Mass Air Flow … Read More...

Worm Gear vs Spring Hose Clamps: Which is Best for You?

Worm Gear vs Spring Hose Clamps: Which is Best for You?

1st Jul 2021

Hose clamps are a common component of nearly all vehicles. Regardless of what type of vehicle you drive, it probably has multiple hose clamps. Coolant hoses, for example, are typically connected … Read More...

How the Summer Heat Can Affect Your Car Battery

How the Summer Heat Can Affect Your Car Battery

24th Jun 2021

There's nothing more frustrating than turning your car's ignition, only to discover that the battery is dead. Automotive batteries don't last forever. Research shows that most of them last for a … Read More...