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 …
Hearing strange noises or experiencing frustrating, intermittent starting issues? A faulty starter motor can manifest in various ways, from complete silence when you turn the key to alarming grinding noises …
In the ever-evolving world of automotive technology, your car’s oxygen (O2) sensor plays an important role in maintaining optimal performance and fuel efficiency. But what happens when this small yet …
Flushing the brake fluid system is a chore we should do every two to three years. But it isn’t as big or difficult a chore as it might sound; that …
I’ve been a mechanic for over two decades now, and brake repairs are the number one repair in most workshops. Brake calipers on the same axle (meaning both front or …
Brake bleeding is one of those jobs that fill most DIYers with dread; bleeding the brakes needn’t; with a little preparation, the right tools, and know-how, you’ll be bleeding like …
To replace brake rotors, remove the following: Road wheel; Brake caliper; Brake pads; Caliper carrier; Rotor Torx fastener; Rotor. To fit new rotor: Use brake cleaner to remove rotor protective …
Front brake pad replacement is one of the easiest brake repair jobs you can do. Pads typically last about 20,000 to 30,000 miles, depending on your driving style, environment, load …
Checking brake pads is one of the most important and luckily easiest maintenance chores. Pads are not something you want to run out of and so keeping tabs on how …
A battery drain is a right pain, it’s one of those problems we tend to live with for a little while before we finally have enough. Yep, the early morning …
Wind back calipers are a pain in the ass, especially when you don’t have the right tool for the job. And hey, I don’t blame you unless you do a …
Battery sparks are dangerous, and you are correct; this needs immediate attention. You are in the right place, I’m a mechanic, and I’ll show you how to solve this issue …