car care tip
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How to Read a PK Number On A Serpentine or Fan Belt
Most v-ribbed belts, commonly referred to as serpentine belts, contain two different part numbers. The first one, and the more recognizable one, is the manufacturer’s part number, which is referenced when ordering the part. The second, and lesser known one, is a global industry standard number that indicates the size... -
SYMPTOMS OF A BAD OR FAILING GAS CAP
The gas cap, also known as the fuel filler cap, is a simple but important component that is found on the vast majority of road going cars and trucks. Their purpose is simple; to prevent dirt, debris, and dust from entering the gas tank, as well as providing a reliable seal. The cap also plays an important role in the operation of the vehicle’s evaporative emissions system, which is designed to capture and reuse fuel vapors from the gas tank that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere. Because the cap is frequently removed, every time fuel is added to the vehicle, it can wear out over time and will need to be replaced. Usually a bad or failing gas cap will produce a few symptoms that can alert the driver of a potential issue.
So here are the symptoms:
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TYRE, TYRE PRESSURE, THE BEST GUIDE TO CHECKING YOUR VEHICLE'S TYRE PRESSURE
Routine maintenance is important for everything from our bicycles to our cars. But sometimes, we fall short. One of the most neglected routine car maintenance tasks is to check tyre pressures and inflate them as necessary. That’s why newer cars have tyre pressure warning lights, or tyre pressure monitoring systems... -
SYMPTOMS OF A FAILING OR BAD DRIVESHAFT
A driveshaft is a cylindrical shaft that transmits torque from the engine to the wheels. They are most commonly found on rear-wheel drive vehicles and connect the rear of the transmission to the driveshaft. As the output shaft of the transmission rotates it spins the driveshaft, which then turns the differential ring gear to... -
HOW TO FIX WINDSHIELD WIPERS
Are your windshield wiper blades skipping, streaking, splitting or squeaking? If yes, It sounds like it's time to purchase a fresh set so that you and your vehicle will be safe on the road. Ben from popular YouTube channel Gears and Gasoline shows us how to quickly install windshield wiper blades in... -
WHY YOU SHOULDN'T DRIVE AROUND WITH A CHIPPED WIND SHIELD
The windshield is an important part of a car which provides protection.
Windshields are specially designed to ensure the safety of passengers and drivers even if extreme impact causes them to chip, crack or shatter. The major drawback of a cracked windshield is that it doesn't provide safe driving anymore. A crack on windshield has been noted to either distort your vision or hinders your vision to have a clear view of the road. There are two layers of glass laminated together. If one layer of glass breaks, the laminate and the inside layer of glass hold the windshield together, keeping pieces of glass from injuring occupants of the car or falling on the road.