BMW X5 Parking Brake Won’t Release – One Dusty Workhorse, One Tough Day
By Northcap – Roadside Rescue Mechanic This job had pressure written all over it. The call came from a local tire shop. A BMW X5 had come in for new …
By Northcap – Roadside Rescue Mechanic This job had pressure written all over it. The call came from a local tire shop. A BMW X5 had come in for new …
By Northcap – Roadside Rescue Mechanic Got called out late morning to a stranded Toyota Land Cruiser—a tidy one, too. The member was on his way to the dealership to …
By Northcap – Roadside Rescue Mechanic He plugged in his Audi E-Tron GT to top up the charge and figured he’d kill two birds with one stone—very efficient. Only problem? …
By Northcap – Patrol Mechanic & New Owner of Rustyautos.com You get used to weird breakdowns in this job, but this week, I got called out to one of those …
By Northcap – Patrol Mechanic & New Owner of Rustyautos.com Got called out this week to something a bit different—a fully electric VW ID.4 with a strange but urgent issue: …
Your car’s alternator serves as more than just a power generator—it’s a crucial component that ensures your vehicle’s electrical system operates smoothly. Let’s keep things simple, there are two types …
The ignition switch is mission critical kit, it’s tasked with initating the engine starting process and taking care of some security checks. Over the years, automotive technology has evolved, resulting …
Your car’s coolant temperature sensor (CTS) plays a vital role in keeping your engine running at the correct temperature. This small but essential component communicates with the engine control unit …
Turn the key—nothing. No crank, no start. Just silence. What now? Before you assume the worst, know this: most no-crank issues are caused by something simple. A weak battery, a …
A drive belt tensioner keeps your vehicle’s serpentine belt under the right amount of tension to operate vital components like the alternator, power steering pump, and air conditioning compressor. When …
Your car’s accelerator pedal sensor translates the pressure you apply to the gas pedal into electronic signals that control the engine’s throttle. It tells your engine how fast you want …
A failing purge valve might not seem like a big deal at first, but ignoring the warning signs can lead to poor engine performance, reduced fuel efficiency, and even costly …