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…
It’s a hot summer day, you’re parked and waiting in your car but don’t want to bake in the heat. So you start the engine and turn on the air conditioning to stay cool. But is this safe or does unnecessary AC usage while the car is parked negatively impact the vehicle? In this article,…
Having an air conditioning system in your car is something most drivers take for granted – until it stops working properly. One of the most common AC problems is an AC clutch that engages only intermittently. This can leave you without cold air when you need it most. In this article, we’ll look at why…
Does your car’s AC act up on hot days, cycling from cold to warm every few seconds? Is the AC compressor constantly turning on and off when you just want cool air? Don’t sweat it – this common summer bummer usually has a quick fix. Let’s diagnose why your car’s AC compressor keeps kicking on…
Many drivers have experienced the frustrating phenomenon of having their car’s air conditioning suddenly stop blowing cold air during hard acceleration. This commonly occurs when the accelerator pedal is pushed to the floor, also known as wide open throttle (WOT). While inconvenient, there is an important reason behind this behavior. What Causes the AC to…
Having car AC that doesn’t blow cold air when your car is idling can be extremely frustrating, especially during the hot summer months. A properly working AC system should blow cold air even when the car is stopped at a light or sitting in park. If your car’s AC only blows cold when driving, there’s…
