A vacuum leak in your car could cause it to ride differently than normal. If you suspect that there is a break in your vacuum line causing a leak, then it is best to replace the vacuum line completely. If you are inexperienced with cars and vacuum lines, then this may be a challenging task that...
If you have an Audi car and have noticed issues with the Allroad suspension you're likely looking for answers as to what that problem could be. There are a number of things which can go wrong with the Audi Allroad suspension, which may not be featured in any printed version of the Audi repair...
It’s very simple to change antifreeze in your vehicle. Before you begin, make sure you have a large empty bucket under the radiator and that the engine is cool.
Step 1 - Drain
Open the antifreeze reservoir cap. Place the bucket under the radiator and put on a pair of gloves. This prevents the...
When you are building a go-kart, you can salvage many parts with the primary part being the go-kart engine. A go-kart is essentially a miniature car that many people use for racing. Aftermarket parts often sell at a high premium, but that fact alone should not stop anyone from enjoying...
The engine is the most essential part of a vehicle and with a cracked intake manifold, it is no more a vehicle than a storage device. As such, the engine needs to be treated with care and any wear and tear should be sorted out as soon as it appears. The manifold is an integral part of the...
CARS.COM — Whether you're a young adult entering college or a city dweller finally giving up on public transit, buying your first car represents a new chapter in life. But being a newbie to the car-owning world can lead to some costly maintenance mistakes if you don't...
With any luck, you shouldn’t have to replace a water pump even if you keep a vehicle for 10 years or more; they often last that long. Unless a water pump starts to leak, makes unusual noises or quits working, there’s generally no need to replace it. An exception is that, on some...
A water pump that leaks even a little is on its last legs, and one that makes rumbling or screeching noises is getting close. Another sign it’s about time to replace the pump is when the engine temperature warning light comes on. Corrosion and contaminated coolant can cause seals and...
Catalytic converters are located in the exhaust system, between the engine and the muffler, and are one of the last lines of defense against air pollution from vehicles. They use ceramic-coded beads and various precious metals (the catalysts) to convert pollutants like unburned gas and nitrogen...
When it comes to automatic transmissions, fluid leaks and low fluid levels are probably the most common problems owners experience, especially as a vehicle gets older and parts wear out. If you don't notice a puddle of transmission fluid (often red, but sometimes other colors or clear) on...
A water pump that leaks even a little is on its last legs, and one that makes rumbling or screeching noises is getting close. Another sign it’s about time to replace the pump is when the engine temperature warning light comes on. Corrosion and contaminated coolant can cause seals and...
When it comes to automatic transmissions, fluid leaks and low fluid levels are probably the most common problems owners experience, especially as a vehicle gets older and parts wear out. If you don't notice a puddle of transmission fluid (often red, but sometimes other colors or clear) on...
Catalytic converters are located in the exhaust system, between the engine and the muffler, and are one of the last lines of defense against air pollution from vehicles. They use ceramic-coded beads and various precious metals (the catalysts) to convert pollutants like unburned gas and nitrogen...
When it comes to automatic transmissions, fluid leaks and low fluid levels are probably the most common problems owners experience, especially as a vehicle gets older and parts wear out. If you don't notice a puddle of transmission fluid (often red, but sometimes other colors or clear) on...
We've been scratching our heads for seemingly an eternity regarding the anemic 204-horsepower, 2.5-liter V-6 in the Lexus IS 250 sedan that never moved the sedan quickly or efficiently in a segment where turbocharged four-cylinders abound. Ponder no longer, because the V-6 and IS 250 are...
