3 Fuel System Problems Every Vehicle Owner Should Learn To Recognize

Posted on: 12 January 2016

When you are looking at the components of a vehicle that make it functional, every last part of the fuel system is important. This is the system that pumps the much-needed fuel through the veins of your car's motor to keep it running. There are a few common fuel system problems that every vehicle owner should get to know right from the start.  Problem: Clogged Fuel Filter  Symptoms: A clogged fuel filter can cause some pretty telltale problems with the way your vehicle runs.
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Diagnosing A Problem With Your Car's Alternator

Posted on: 12 January 2016

As a car owner, it is important for you to know the signs that there is a problem with its alternator. The alternator in your car serves a vital part in its ability to start and run its electrical components. A malfunctioning alternator can lead to premature battery failure, electrical component failures, and the inability to start your vehicle. Here is some information about alternators and how you can diagnose a problem with this vital part of your car:
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Water In The Transmission After Driving In The Snow? Flush It Out

Posted on: 12 January 2016

If your transmission's fluid appears pink, pale, or watery after you drive through deep snow, flush out the transmission now. Water can be a big problem for cars if it damages the transmission or engine. Both parts can shut down when you drive or can rust. Draining the fluid and changing it helps remove the water and flushes out the transmission. Here's what you do. Get Your Transmission Supplies Before you drain the transmission fluid, check your car's maintenance manual to see what type and amount of fluid you should purchase.
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In A New Town? Two Tips To Help You Find The Right Repair Shop

Posted on: 12 January 2016

When you move to a different town, one of the first things that you may do is look for the places that you will frequent.  Along with a new grocery store, dry cleaner and favorite restaurant, you will typically need to find an automotive repair shop where you can have your car serviced.  However, this can be difficult if you're new to the city and don't quite know which shops offer good work.
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