Maintenance Tips, Tricks And Hacks For Your Vehicle
Author: Car Care Hacks
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9 Symptoms of Bad Spark Plugs
Spark plugs play a crucial role in the combustion process. They receive the high voltage electrical current from the ignition coil. The spark plug is used to ignite the mixture of air and fuel in the combustion chamber and helps prevent serious issues with your car. This ignition occurs a thousand times a minute to…
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How Long Can You Drive With Bad Shocks and Struts?
Shocks and struts are a part of the suspension system and have a function to ensure stable and safe driving. They are the most overlooked part of the suspension system. All car parts have an expiration date. Some sooner, some later. There are some parts that have to be changed immediately after they fail, and…
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10 Signs of Bad Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts do far more than just give you a comfortable ride. Shocks and struts provide your vehicle with stability, handling, better stopping distance, and safety. However, shocks and struts are some of the most overlooked maintenance items. Key Takeaway What Are Shocks and Struts Shocks and struts are important components of a vehicle’s…
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How Long Can You Drive With Bad Lifters?
If you hear a ticking, tapping, or clicking noise coming from the engine, that could be a sign that your lifters are bad or have collapsed. You shouldn’t ignore any unusual noises coming from the engine. But, if you hear a ticking noise coming from the lifters, the question is: How long can you drive…
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7 Symptoms of a Bad or Burnt Intake and Exhaust Valves
Valves are part of the engine that helps with the combustion process. There are two types of valves. The valves that allow the air and/or fuel to enter the combustion chamber are called intake valves. The valves that allow the exhaust to leave the combustion chamber are called exhaust valves. Both valves play a very…
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Why Did My Car Shut Off While Driving And Won’t Start?
If you are wondering why your car dies when you put it in gear, or why your car dies when you put it in reverse, I might have some information for you. There are quite some problems that can cause your car to shut off while driving and then not start. Here are some: Key…
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Why Does My Car Rev High When I Start It
Does your car rev high when you start it? Is your car surging when it idles? Or does it stall out when you come to a stop? The ideal car rev on a cold engine should be below 1000 RPMs (around 800 RPMs). If your car revs above 1000 RPMs when you start it, that…
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Why Does My Car Smell Like Gas When I Accelerate
Do you notice gasoline fumes while driving your car? This is something many car owners experience, and the good news is you don’t need professional assistance to diagnose or resolve the odor issue yourself. In this guide, I’ll explain why your vehicle smells like gas when accelerating and how to address the problem. Key Takeaway…
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How Bad Is Synthetic Oil For Older Cars – The Truth
There is a myth going on the internet that synthetic oil is bad for older cars. Not sure who started the rumors, but I will do my best to end them. Synthetic oil is actually not bad for older cars and older engines. Synthetic oil can only prolong the life of an old engine that…
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Why Is My Car Overheating But It Has Coolant In It
You probably ask yourself ”why is my car overheating but it has coolant in it?” A lot of people think that engines overheat only when the cooling system has low levels of coolant. But, that is not always the case. Your car could be good on coolant and the engine can still overheat. Here is…