As a vehicle owner, we all expect to encounter the odd mechanical issue of sorts, on occasion. However, we also hope that issues of this type are easily diagnosed and repaired, with minimal cost or downtime. Unfortunately, some issues tend to be far more perplexing, sending us on a wild goose chase in search of … Read more
As a driver, little could be scarier than attempting to apply your vehicle’s brakes, only to find that your brake pedal goes straight to the floor, with no pressure whatsoever. This is not only a terrifying thought but an outright hazard as well. The truth is, that proper brake function is paramount to vehicle safety … Read more
Today’s vehicles are infinitely more efficient than those of yesteryear. However, this did not occur by accident. Increasingly stringent emissions standards of the 1970s necessitated further review and revision of vehicle powertrain design, which ultimately resulted in the introduction of on-board diagnostics. At the moment, any late model vehicle comes equipped with numerous computer modules, … Read more
If you’re like most people, you probably know very little about your car’s air fuel ratio sensor. But what if I told you that this little piece of equipment is responsible for ensuring that your engine runs smoothly and efficiently? Let’s go over what an air-fuel ratio sensor is, where it’s located, what it does, … Read more
Today’s automobiles are nothing short of highly refined machines, backed by sophisticated networks of sensors, modules, and the wires that connect them. This, of course, is by design, as manufacturers have worked tirelessly to reduce vehicle emissions while optimizing all areas of powertrain performance. In order to accomplish these goals, a vehicle’s operating software must … Read more
If some fluid is good, more must be better right? That couldn’t be farther than the truth when it comes to transmission fluid. You don’t want too much, and you certainly don’t want too little. For optimal performance, it needs to be just right. But how do you know if there’s too much transmission fluid … Read more
It is seldom a good situation when a light suddenly appears upon your vehicle’s dash. Today’s vehicles feature a number of individual lights within their dash, the bulk of which are set to illuminate in the event of less than ideal operating conditions. From the check engine light to the ABS light, few sites of … Read more
The modern automobile is far more complex in nature than most would imagine. In fact, today’s cars, trucks, and SUVs operate through a complex network of computers, sensors, and wiring. The structure of this network makes communication between various vehicle systems possible. As such, operating efficiency is significantly enhanced. A significant portion of this network … Read more
As most motorists are all too aware, anything mechanical in nature will experience the occasional breakdown, with our beloved vehicles being no exception. While today’s vehicles tend to be far more reliable than those of yesteryear, they are still far from impervious to the occasional hardship, which often tends to occur at the worst possible … Read more
All automobiles and trucks incorporate a method to deliver power from the engine to the wheels. This method for the majority of modern passenger vehicles (excluding most two wheel drive pickup trucks) involves the use of two or more constant velocity (CV) axles. In this article we will explain what a CV axle is and … Read more