Is Your Car Battery Leaking? (Here’s What To Do)
The typical automotive battery plays a far more important role than most realize and regular inspections are a must. But what if you notice the battery has a leak or…
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5 Symptoms of a Bad Body Control Module (and Replacement Cost)
Today’s vehicles rely on complex networks of terminals, wires, and sensors feeding electronic modules that control vital systems. One such module is the body control module (BCM), which is the…
9 Symptoms of a Bad MAP Sensor (and Replacement Cost)
Got engine trouble? A faulty MAP sensor could be the culprit, and knowing that could save you some cash. We’ll explain how this inexpensive type of sensor works and go…
$7E8 and $7E9 Engine Codes (What Do They Mean?)
The implementation of OBD II diagnostics has revolutionized the way that we go about diagnosing and repairing issues with our vehicles. Those that are savvy with an OBD II scanner…
Car Clicks But Won’t Start? (Single vs Multiple Clicking Causes)
Perhaps the most common automotive problem in the world is a car that won’t start. It’s a problem that ails millions of people each year, and one of the most…
Why Is My Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Light On?
“Your dash is lit up like a Christmas tree.” If you’ve had anyone say this to you, chances are you’ve passed up some much-needed maintenance on your vehicle. There’s also…
ESP BAS Light On? (Common Causes and How To Fix)
When you get behind the wheel and start up your vehicle you want a dashboard without any lights on. But while that’s what we all want, unfortunately owning a vehicle…
4 Symptoms of a Bad Headlight Relay (and Replacement Cost)
As the sun begins to set on a late afternoon drive, the inherent value of a vehicle’s headlights becomes blatantly obvious. Without properly functioning headlights, a commute under the cover…
Reverse Lights Not Working? (5 Causes and How to Fix)
Your vehicle’s lights inform other drivers on the road what you’re up to, and of all the lights on your vehicle, the reverse lights are some of the most important….
6 Symptoms of a Blown Alternator Fuse or Fusible Link
The health of a vehicle’s charging system is absolutely essential to its continued and efficient operation. Without a properly operating charging system, a vehicle would completely dissipate its battery charge…
4 Symptoms of Bad Spark Plug Wires (and Replacement Cost)
All gasoline engines require a source of ignition as a catalyst for combustion. This source of ignition comes in the form of a spark, directed to each individual cylinder in…
Alternator Overcharging (Symptoms, Causes, and How to Fix)
A vehicle’s starting and charging system are composed of several different components, all of which are of substantial significance. If one or more of these components were to fail at…
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