3 Symptoms of a Bad Blend Door Actuator (and Replacement Cost)
When it comes to the comfort of your vehicle’s cabin, few components are as important yet unseen as the blend door actuator. Hidden behind your dashboard, it’s the reason you…
Author: Josh Boyd
Josh has worked as a full-time mechanic for over 12 years, with 6 ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications under his belt. He began his career as an automotive technician at local Toyota dealership and has since transitioned to specializing in diesel trucks and equipment.
6 Symptoms of a Bad Turbocharger (and Replacement Cost)
As automotive technology advances, the turbocharger has become increasingly common in both performance and everyday vehicles. This component acts as an exhaust-driven air pump, in essence, affording additional air to…
5 Symptoms of a Dirty Cabin Air Filter (and Replacement Cost)
When was the last time you thought about the air you’re breathing in your car? Does it smell a bit musty? Are your allergies worse? Does the airflow seem weak?…
5 Symptoms of a Bad Fan Clutch (and Replacement Cost)
The fan clutch plays an important role in your vehicle’s cooling system. Though it’s designed to prevent engine overheating, this component has one of the highest failure rates of any…
3 Symptoms of a Bad Starter Solenoid (and Replacement Cost)
Few situations are more frustrating for drivers than turning the key and hearing nothing but silence. While starting problems can come from various sources, a faulty starter solenoid is often…
P0715 Code (Symptoms, Causes, and How to Fix)
Nothing ruins your day quite like seeing your check engine light suddenly flash on. When this happens, your scan tool (or mechanic) will let you know what fault code(s) you’re…
5 Symptoms of a Bad Oxygen Sensor (and Replacement Cost)
Your vehicle’s oxygen sensors monitor combustion efficiency, but like other types of sensors, they can eventually fail. Ignoring deteriorating oxygen sensors allows problems to multiply, hurting performance and fuel economy….
P0460 Code (Symptoms, Causes, and How to Fix)
When your vehicle’s check engine light illuminates and a diagnostic scan reveals a P0460 code, you’re dealing with an issue with the fuel level sensor or fuel sender circuit. While…
Is Your Starter Secretly Draining Your Car Battery? (5 Steps to Diagnose)
Often discussed, can a faulty starter drain your car’s battery? The short answer is yes, it can. Under certain conditions, a malfunctioning starter may deplete your vehicle’s battery. However, this…
P0421 Code (Symptoms, Causes, and How to Fix)
When your check engine light illuminates due to a P0421 code, you’re dealing with a potential issue in your vehicle’s emissions control system, specifically related to the catalytic converter’s efficiency…
Steering Wheel Turns, But Wheels Don’t? (Here’s Why)
Your car’s steering wheel is your lifeline on the road, the vital link between your intentions and where your vehicle goes. But what if that link were suddenly severed? A…
5 Reasons Your Coolant Reservoir Is Overflowing (Step-by-Step Diagnosis)
Few things are as alarming as seeing coolant gush from your car’s coolant reservoir like a steaming volcano of excess heat and liquid. Panic sets in and questions flood your…
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