Power windows have become the norm on modern vehicles and while electronically controlled window regulators provide fingertip control of the windows, a window regulator can fail suddenly (and unexpectedly) for any number of reasons. Below we discuss how window regulators … Continued
Although a fully functional car heater can greatly increase the comfort of a vehicle’s occupants in cold weather, the heating system (and particularly the heater core) is often one of the most overlooked parts of automotive HVAC systems, despite the … Continued
Although modern A/C compressors in cars are fairly robust and therefore reasonably reliable, modern A/C compressors are also subjected to extreme operating conditions that include high under-hood temperatures, huge temperature swings, constant vibration, and occasionally suboptimal lubrication. Thus, since all … Continued
Radiator cooling fan clutches are critical components of most modern engine cooling systems, and while these components are generally not prone to unpredictable or unexpected failure, they do wear out, and need to be replaced without delay when they do … Continued
When it comes to the air quality in the cabin of your car, there is no component more important than the cabin air filter. Whether you have your climate control system turned on, or just have the vents open on … Continued
Although modern engines are vastly more resistant to fluid leaks than the engines of 20 years ago were, valve cover gasket failures are arguably the most common cause of engine oil leaks worldwide. Here is what to expect if you … Continued
While automatic transmissions make driving a lot easier, many car enthusiasts prefer manual transmissions because they feel that operating a clutch while shifting gears gives them more control over the vehicle. Additionally, in an era where automatic transmissions dominate the … Continued
Power steering systems make a significant contribution to improving the low-speed driving experience not only on high-end luxury vehicles, but also on mid-range and most base models. Moreover, hydraulic power steering systems are also fairly robust and while failures of … Continued
If you drive a car with a manual transmission, perhaps you’ve wondered exactly how it works. Most people are familiar with the major components of the powertrain, including the transmission, the engine, the differential, but far fewer people understand how … Continued
Although modern automotive ignition systems have reached a high level of sophistication, they are not that much different than they were fifty years ago at their core, given the fact that ignition coils have not changed in meaningful ways since … Continued