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 …
When your car starts acting up, the crankshaft position sensor isn’t usually the first thing that comes to mind—but it should be high on the list. This small but essential …
Your car’s ignition coil might not be the flashiest part of your engine, but it plays a crucial role in keeping your ride running smoothly. Think of it as the …
Your car’s ECM (Engine Control Module) might not be something you think about daily, but it’s working hard behind the scenes to keep your engine running like a dream. It’s …
Your car’s transmission is a complex piece of kit, and when it starts acting up, repairs can get seriously spendy. The good news? If it’s a bad shift solenoid, you’re …
A blown fuse is a good thing; the fuse is doing its job – it’s blowing and protecting your circuit from heat and possible fire damage. But pinpointing the short …
I love fault finding; it’s sort of like a who-done-it. When working on auto electrical systems, it helps enormously if you have some understanding of what’s going on. It’s not …
A car fuse that keeps blowing is a royal pain in the ass, but we can’t blame the fuse. It’s doing its job, breaking the circuit protects expensive circuit components …
Plugging in your scanner and finding it doesn’t work is slightly alarming; some of these tools are expensive. But don’t panic; we’ll get this figured out. This has happened to …
A winking headlight is a real pain, but the good news is it’s usually a really easy problem to solve. You’re in the right place; this post will cover all …