The clutch assembly of your vehicle contains several parts, a lot of which wear down with extended usage. Some others require constant maintenance. This means that you will experience issues with the clutch parts sooner or later. Now, a clutch can last up to 100,000 miles, depending on the make and model. However, the clutch performance is affected by various factors, including frequent haulage of heavy loads, resting your foot on the clutch pedal while moving down the road (an act known as “riding the clutch”), and frequent stop-and-go driving.…
Ever since the first wheel-based vehicle was produced, people have been looking for ways to make their vehicles go faster. Now, this can be achieved by increasing the horsepower of the vehicle. There are other modifications you can make to your vehicle to make it go faster, but one of the first things you should do is increase horsepower of the vehicle. Now, the basic principle to how engines work is this: your car engine takes in air along with a little fuel, ignites the mixture with an electrical spark,…
The exhaust gas recirculation valve, or the EGR valve is a small component in your vehicle designed to allow the flow of exhaust gases into the intake manifold in small amounts. This is a simple valve that opens and closes when it needs to. This is either to let exhaust gases into the combustion chamber, or to close in order to prevent the gases from entering. Now, when the car engine comes on, the valve is turned on too, and it stays in a closed position. Once the engine crosses…
Brake noises are a common issue in vehicles, and they can be quite annoying if you have to hear them for too long. However, these noises can be symptoms of bigger issues with your car. therefore, when you hear brake noises, endeavor to have your car checked out. In any case, there are some things you could try out to fix your brakes when they begin to make any sort of sound. Here they are: GRINDING NOISE This is caused by a lack of brake pad material on your brakes.…
A heater core is part of a car’s cooling system. It looks like a miniature radiator, and it circulates coolant through its tubes, radiating heat into your cabin when you need it. It is also responsible for allowing your defroster function properly, and it is linked to the air-conditioning system. The heater core is usually located behind the car dashboard, under the center of the passenger side. If your heater core malfunctions, you could experience severe change in the temperature of your car interior; it could get really cold when…
There are times when you may not need to use your car for long periods. For example, you might not need your car if you are traveling out of the country. In times like this, you should know how to prepare your car for long-term storage. You can do this by following basic maintenance and service guidelines. Doing so will protect your car from damage and make sure you have a car in good condition to use when you return. Here are some steps to take when you have to…
If you use Uber, you must have experienced the creepy situation where you receive a text from an unknown number, asking for your location, while waiting for your ride. Sometimes, instead of sending you such a text, the Uber driver would simply park as close to your location as possible, then honk their horn until you show up. This is not really convenient for a lot of people, and in an effort to solve this issue, Uber has launched an in-app messaging feature on its mobile app. Now, with Uber…
Modern cars are built with all sorts of sensors that help you identify problems quickly. Usually, there is a warning light on the car dashboard to alert you immediately a sensor picks up a fault. One of those warning lights is the car battery light. The icon looks like a car battery. If you are driving and the battery light comes on, that tells you the battery is not being charged. Driving a vehicle in which the battery is not being charged means that in a matter of minutes, the…
There are several reasons why your car battery could die. Luckily, it is one of the easiest things to fix when something goes wrong. When you find out that your car battery is dead, you might need to jump-start the car. Now, before you do this, make sure you have all the necessary tools, which are a set of jumper cables, a pair of gloves and another working vehicle. Here steps to follow to jump-start your car: First of all, turn off all electrical components of the vehicle. These draw…
There are several things that an make your car not start when you turn on the ignition. These could include a blown ignition fuse, a bad battery, a damaged starter motor, a poorly operating starter and so many other factors. Whatever the case may be, you can start a vehicle equipped with a manual transmission even if you do not have access to a set of jumper cables. Most times, this involves push-starting the car. Here’s how to do it: Turn on the ignition Engage the clutch; put into gear:…
