Batteries and Alternators
This is your comprehensive guide to keeping your vehicle running smoothly and reliably.
From the essentials of battery and alternator upkeep, brake maintenance, and tackling peculiar car smells, to the specifics of general repairs, managing oil and fluids, ensuring your radiator and cooling system are functioning optimally, diagnosing shaking and noises, and taking care of your tires through patches, plugs, and maintenance.
Dive into our expert advice and practical tips to ensure your car stays in peak condition, mile after mile.
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All Dash Lights On After Jump Starting Car – Causes & Fixes
It’s a common problem – you’ve just jump started the car, and all the lights on the dashboard are on.…
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Can A Bad Alternator Cause Battery Corrosion? Is It Dangerous?
So you’ve noticed a greenish or white crystalization on your battery terminals. It’s quite common. In this article, we’ll explore…
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Do You Have To Replace A Battery When Replacing An Alternator?
You’ve got to find the money for a new alternator but could do without the cost of buying a new…
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Automatic Transmission Goes Into Gear But Won’t Move (Solved)
While it isn’t an especially common problem, there are a fair number of people who have dealt with the issue…
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Power Steering Only Works At High RPM – Causes & Solutions
Power steering is an essential part of operating an automobile safely and securely. Without it, the car becomes difficult to…
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5 Reasons Why Power Steering Overflows When Car is Shut Off
It can be frustrating and worrying to discover a puddle under your car, even more so when you don’t know…
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Automatic Transmission Goes Into Gear But Won’t Move (Solved)
While it isn’t an especially common problem, there are a fair number of people who have dealt with the issue…
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Is Your Brake Rotor Not Spinning Freely? Do This Now
When driving, do you find the brakes seem to be grabbing, making grinding noises, or fighting you? You might have…
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Why the AC Compressor Only Works When Relay Is Bypassed
All air conditioners, whether it is a standalone unit or one in a vehicle, have a relay in them. This…
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All Dash Lights On After Jump Starting Car – Causes & Fixes
It’s a common problem – you’ve just jump started the car, and all the lights on the dashboard are on.…
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New Brake Pads Tight On Rotor: 3 Causes & How To Fix
If your brakes are grinding or squealing, this is a good sign that it’s time to replace your brake pads.…
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Humming Noise When Taking Foot Off Accelerator (Solved)
Hearing an unexpected humming noise when taking your foot off the accelerator can be a stressful and unpleasant experience. Unfortunately,…
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Power Steering Fluid Leaking From Tie Rod Boot (Solved)
Have you noticed a strange leak coming from your vehicle? A car leak issue can throw a wrench into your…
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Power Steering Only Works At High RPM – Causes & Solutions
Power steering is an essential part of operating an automobile safely and securely. Without it, the car becomes difficult to…
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What To Do If You Put Power Steering Fluid In Gas Tank
So, it happened. Whether you were sleep-deprived or distracted, you mixed up the cans and accidentally poured power steering fluid…
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How to Tell If Your Brake Pads Are Installed Backwards
One of the most important vehicle maintenance jobs is switching out your brake pads once every two to three years.…
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How to Fix An Oil Leak On The Right Side Of The Engine (DIY)
If your car begins to leak oil, it is only natural to feel stress. However, confusion will probably play a…
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Brake Pads Cutting Into Rotor – 6 Warning Signs to Look For
There are many integral parts to a car, and some of the most important, safety-wise, are the brakes. If you…
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5 Reasons Your Steering Wheel Spins Freely + Solutions
Have you ever noticed your steering wheel spinning freely with no affect on your wheels? It can definitely be a…
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Do Brake Pads And Rotors Need To Be The Same Brand?
Need to replace your brake pads and rotors? You may be wondering whether they need to be manufactured by the…
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Steering Wheel Buttons And Horn Are Not Working (Solved)
Modern vehicles have a lot of amazing little perks, including stereo and other configurable settings right in the steering wheel.…
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How to Fix Car Horn or Alarm Going Off While Jump Starting Car
It’s frustrating enough to have to jump start a car, but having the alarm or horn going off too is…
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5 Reasons Why Power Steering Overflows When Car is Shut Off
It can be frustrating and worrying to discover a puddle under your car, even more so when you don’t know…
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Car Horn Goes Off When Turning Steering Wheel (How to Fix)
When your car horn honks for no reason, it’s embarrassing, annoying, and can cause an accident. Car horn technology is…
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Thumping Sound: Why Your Car Does It When Accelerating
There are several potential reasons for a thumping sound when accelerating, some costly but many cheap to fix. In this…
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What Causes A Car To Pull When Accelerating?
Do you ever feel like your car is trying to pull you off the road while you’re accelerating? This can…
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Car Will Only Start If I Pump The Gas? Help and Advice
Are you having trouble getting your car to start? Does it only start when you pump the gas? If so,…
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Car Makes a Dragging Noise When I Accelerate? Help & Advice
A dragging sound when accelerating is actually quite common. This sound can range from a light scratching or dragging to…
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Brakes Grinding at Low Speeds – Help and Advice
Are your brakes grinding when driving at low speeds but not when driving faster? In this blog post, we’ll take…
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What Happens When A Turbo Goes Out On A Diesel? ANSWERED
A turbocharger is an integral component of a diesel engine’s powertrain, providing additional power and torque to the engine. But…
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How To Avoid Nails In Tires? [ANSWERED]
While it’s impossible to avoid the problem altogether, there are steps you can take to reduce the chances of getting…
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Car Makes A Grinding Noise When Backing Up – Help and Advice
Got a grinding noise coming from your car while backing up? It’s quite common, actually. From transmission problems to worn…
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Nail In Tire But No Flat – What To Do
If you’ve got a nail in your tire, but it’s not leaking, it might be unclear what the best course…
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Is Exhaust Popping Bad? [ANSWERED]
Popping noises from the exhaust is something that car owners may occasionally encounter. These small explosions can be alarming, and…
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Is a Slow Tire Leak Dangerous? [ANSWERED]
So you’ve identified that one of your tires has a slow leak now, and two questions are normally asked at…
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RPM Going Up And Down When AC Is On- Explained
Have you been wondering what happens when the RPMs in your vehicle fluctuate when your air conditioner is running? If…
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