Brake Caliper Sticking When Hot (Symptoms, Causes & Fixes)

Repairing the stuck brake caliper.

One of the most important factors to consider when determining vehicle quality and dependability is safety in the automotive industry. Brakes come to mind when discussing safety since they are the component that causes your vehicle to go to a complete halt. When it comes to brakes, how swiftly and smoothly the vehicle comes to …

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Alternator Belt Squeal After Replacement (Causes & Solutions)

Replacing the alternator belt.

You just changed your alternator belt, but the screeching noise it makes is bothering you. Unfortunately, it may be very aggravating for you! Pulling numerous pulleys that are positioned in front of the car’s engine is the function of the belt. Are you curious as to what is causing your alternator belt to screech after …

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How to Clean Pistons Without Removing

Cleaning piston in the engine.

When you are in the midst of a long drive, engine failure may be very irritating. Which begs the question, what exactly is the cause of engine failures?  The gasoline ignites whenever you start your vehicle, leaving carbon deposits and oil sludge in the piston head and the engine’s valves. Remains of carbon powder will …

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How To Test AC Compressor Clutch Coil

Checking AC Compressor Clutch Coil

A friend of mine asked me the other day about the A/C compressor, and I promptly said that the A/C compressor is simply a pump, and sans a good compressor, the unit will never work. I further told him that the compressor clutch engages the compressor. This compressor clutch consists of a powerful electromagnet as …

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What Is Considered High Mileage For A Diesel?

Ram truck driving long-distance trip.

When it comes to engine comparison, it will be safe to say that diesel engines are more durable than gas engines and get higher mileage than gas engines. Diesel engines are characterized by significant longevity compared to gas engines. Moreover, diesel engine architecture is stouter compared to the gas engine, and its applications require a …

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What Is Average Mileage For A Car?

Mileage meter on car.

You might have been using your car for a long time, and now you are asking about how many miles your car would last. Well, you are not alone, for many car users out there are also asking the same question. However, the answer to how long your car would last depends more on several …

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