Ever felt like your car’s brakes were throwing a tantrum? You know, that annoying screech or a jolt when you hit the brakes? Well, brace yourself – it’s more than just a minor annoyance. We’re talking about safety here! In this chill article, we’re going to dive into the reasons behind why your brake pads…
You shift into reverse, begin backing up slowly, and suddenly an awful groaning noise emanates from underneath the car. It usually happens when turning, lasts just a few seconds, then disappears once you shift back into drive. Annoying and embarrassing, the groan makes you cringe every time you need to back up. Let’s explore what…
Squeaky brakes can be an annoying and potentially dangerous issue with your vehicle. The high-pitched screeching sound when you apply the brakes usually indicates a problem that requires attention. However, in many cases, you can resolve brake squeal without needing to remove the tires. This can save you time and money on repairs. What Causes…
Have you ever slowed down your car at a stop sign or red light and heard a strange groaning or moaning noise coming from the brakes? This type of brake noise at low speeds can be alarming, but is actually quite common and usually indicates that some brake maintenance is needed. Identifying the root cause…
You hop in the car, start the engine, and begin driving down the road. As you slow down for a stop sign, an embarrassing high-pitched squeal emanates from your brakes, loud enough to turn heads. The noise vanishes as you accelerate, only to return the next time you need to slow down. What gives? In…
We’ve all been there – you hop in your car, ready to head out for the day when a noxious odor hits your nose. It smells like…farts. What gives? Unfortunately, a car that smells like farts or rotten eggs is more common than you’d think. But don’t panic – in most cases, it’s an…
The coolant reservoir cap is a small but critical part of your vehicle’s cooling system. This plastic or metal cap sits on top of the coolant reservoir tank and serves two key functions: Sealing the cooling system to maintain proper pressure and prevent coolant leaks Allowing hot expanding coolant a place to go so it doesn’t boil over Without…
Seeing a “coolant over temperature” or “high engine temperature” warning light come on while driving your car can give you a scare. It means the engine is getting dangerously hot and risks severe damage if the issue isn’t addressed immediately. Fortunately, this warning provides an early indication to pull over and prevent an actual overheating…
Nothing can ruin your day like pulling into your driveway and seeing a puddle of oil leaking from the front of your car. Oil spots on the ground indicate there’s an issue somewhere up front that needs to be addressed. While alarming, oil leaks from the front of a vehicle are common and usually repairable….
Just had your car in for an oil change service but now notice it’s leaking oil? An alarming sight for any driver, but don’t panic. Post-oil change leaks happen and are usually easy to fix. Understanding why they occur and how to address them can give you peace of mind. Oil leaks after an oil…
