Help? My Car Won’t Start
Reader Question: My car won’t start, what do I do now? Thanks in addvance, Ellen Dear Ellen, I get tons of e-mails each week that ask this very simple question. Unfortunately when asked that way it is...
View ArticleHow Can I Find an Honest Auto Mechanic?
Reader Question, “The new car dealer does a good job working on my car, but they are so impersonal. Are the independent shops, and quick lube places better? How do I know I am being treated fairly?”...
View ArticleBronco II Over Heats Due to a Blown Head Gasket?
Reader Question: My name is Melissa, and I have had some problems with my vehicle and I am trying to find an answer, or explanation about one question. I own a 1988 Ford Bronco ii, and I took it to my...
View ArticleHow Much Should a Tune Up On Your Car Cost?
Reader Question: I wanted to get a tune-up on my car and I called around to get some prices. The dealer quoted me 4 hours of labor to do the job. Another mechanic told me they charge a flat rate fee...
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Car Parts – Starter Motor
Starter — On a rear wheel drive car or truck the starter is usually located under the car about the area of the driver’s feet. A front wheel drive usually locates the starter under the hood with the...
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What is a Serpentine Fan Belt?
Serpentine Fan Belts — Cars these days usually only have one or two very large belts that drive multiple accessories…i.e. power steering pump, a/c compressor etc. These belts are very long and very...
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Car Parts – Fuel Pumps and Fuel Sending Units
Fuel sending unit — This complete fuel sending unit is submerged inside the fuel tank. The sending unit and float is what gives the dash fuel gauge the proper information as to fuel level in the tank....
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Car Parts – Brake Booster and Brake Master Cylinder
Brake Booster and Master Cylinder — The brake booster and master cylinder is the heart of the brake system. Brake fluid is added to the cylinder and the booster is the vacuum source. When you step on...
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