It’s never fun when you have a car battery that fails when on the road. However, it helps to know why your battery could be acting up so you can troubleshoot the problem. 1. Know What The Dashboard Battery Light Means When that battery light on your dashboard lights up, the chances are that the batter is not the problem. Don’t make the mistake of running out to the store to get a brand new battery.…
Read More »A transmission solenoid controls the flow of transmission fluid into different parts of the transmission system. Basically, it is an electronically controlled valve that opens and closes to let the transmission fluid flow or to stop the flow of the fluid as needed. This means a malfunction of the solenoid interferes with the functions of the transmission fluid, and this leads to transmission problems. Here are some of the things that should tell you your transmission solenoid has malfunctioned:…
Read More »DIY auto repair is a great way of saving money on car repair, but it has its limits. As a motorist, you should know when DIY may help you save money and when you shouldn’t attempt it. Here are a few examples of situations in which DIY repair isn’t advisable: It May Void Your Warranty New cars typically come with warranties, but the warranties have their terms and conditions that you must adhere to if you don’t want to void your warranty.…
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