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An overheating engine typically results from a failing cooling system or a problem keeping the heat in the engine within its correct limits. To prevent your car engine from overheating, first, you’ll have to pinpoint the problem. It’s more than…
We think of stalling as a classic (and often embarrassing!) rookie error. But frequent stalling can actually be a sign of mechanical issues or faults with your car, such as fuel problems, a faulty alternator or EGR valve or ignition…
Picking the best spark plug for your car When it comes to choosing the correct spark plug for your car, it’s not always as simple as you’d think. They come in various lengths and gap sizes, are made from different…
A rough and bumpy ride is typically down to problems with the suspension. If it’s not the suspension, then it’s likely to be either an issue with your wheels or tyres, your transmission or the engine. To get your car…
The engine warning light can be one of the most confusing warnings in your dashboard cluster because it offers no specific explanation as to why you should check your engine. It could be as serious as a malfunctioning gear box…
What does the P0441 OBD-II code mean? The engine control unit (ECU) uses a vacuum switch to detect the purge flow from the evaporative emission control system (EVAP) canister. A P0441 trouble code is triggered when the ECU detects a…
A car radio can stop working for many reasons: from a lack of power, a blown fuse, faulty wiring, screens, tuners, speakers or displays, or you may just be locked out of your stereo’s security feature. To get your car…
Your car’s clutch will wear out over time. Unfortunately, there’s no getting around it, as it’s one of your car’s many consumable components. The clutch works using friction, connecting the moving parts that transfer the power from your engine to…
Today, we’re going to answer a few questions that regularly come up when discussing the performance of a timing chain. A timing chain is a hard-working yet sturdy component of your engine’s performance, ensuring that the pistons and valves open…
