Auto Repair

Settling the Fuel Consumption Debate: Manual vs. Automatic

Summary Fuel consumption is the amount of fuel an average vehicle consumes to reach a certain distance. It’s typically expressed…

5 days ago

Coil Spring Compressor Tool: What It Is, How to Use It, and More

Summary A coil spring compressor is a tool used to safely remove coil springs. You can use the compressor when…

5 days ago

Mini Cooper S P01497 Fault Code Explained

Summary If diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P01497 triggers on a Mini Cooper S, it means “Downstream Throttle Air Leak.” This…

1 week ago

Is the VVT System Part of the Camshaft? And Other Camshaft FAQs

Summary Variable Valve Timing (VVT) optimizes engine performance by adjusting valve timing. This is done using a part called a…

1 week ago

Torsion Bars vs. Coil Springs vs. Leaf Springs: Suspension Spring Types Explained

Summary When your vehicle hits a bump on the road, the suspension system absorbs that kinetic energy, keeping the tires…

1 week ago

How to Install Rain Guards on Vehicles

Summary Rain guards are accessories that redirect rain and wind away from open windows. They also reduce wind noise and…

1 week ago

What Does the Maintenance Required Light Mean?

Summary The maintenance required light is a manufacturer-programmed indicator that alerts you when it’s time for your vehicle to go…

1 week ago

Tips on How To Bleed a Clutch

Summary If air gets into a hydraulic clutch system, it can lead to a spongy clutch pedal, a clutch that…

1 week ago

Car Smoke Tests: What You Need to Know and Why It’s Necessary

Summary A smoke test is a diagnostic procedure to identify leaks in a vehicle’s intake system. A smoke machine is…

1 week ago

Clutch Assembly Parts and Their Functions

Summary Your vehicle’s clutch assembly is a link that connects the engine and the transmission. It allows you to interrupt…

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