Toyota Land Cruiser No-Start: The Real Culprit Was Hiding Under the Dash
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 …
Late-Night BMW X5 Alarm Drama – Flat Battery, No Key Blade, and One Fed-Up Street
By Northcap – Roadside Rescue Mechanic It was pushing midnight when I pulled up to a BMW X5 causing more than just a mild disturbance. The car alarm was blaring, …
Stuck Window? Why Your Hyundai’s Window Might Only Go Down (Not Up)
Not every callout is dramatic. Some are more about keeping people secure than getting them back on the road. Take this recent job I handled: a Hyundai with a passenger …
Audi E-Tron GT Locked Out While Charging – A Real-World Callout
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? …
Mercedes No-Start Mystery: What a Headlamp Taught Me About Battery Drain
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 …
VW ID.4 Charging Flap Stuck? Here’s What Really Happened
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: …
Don’t Ignore These! Key Symptoms Your Differential’s in Trouble!
Whether you drive a front-wheel-drive (FWD) or rear-wheel-drive (RWD) vehicle, the differential plays a crucial role in ensuring smooth and efficient operation. In RWD cars, the differential is a standalone …
Weak or No Air? Signs of a Bad Blower Motor Resistor (and the fix)
Stuck in a hot car or chilly ride because your air vents aren’t doing their job? You might have a faulty blower motor (fan) resistor on your hands. This small …
Stuck Open PCV Valve? Here’s How to Spot the Symptoms
The PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) valve is typically located in an engine’s valve cover. It’s connected to the intake manifold by a vacuum hose. Its primary function is to regulate …
Signs Your MAP Sensor Is Failing and How to Fix It
Welcome to the exciting world of MAP sensors. Before we delve into the details, it’s important to note that not every car is equipped with a MAP (Manifold Absolute Pressure) …
Signs of a Faulty Alternator and How to Fix It
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 …
Signs Your Brake Light Switch Needs Replacement: A Diagnostic Guide
Your car’s brake light switch does more than simply illuminate your brake lights. It also sends essential signals to various vehicle systems, from cruise control to the Transmission. In modern …