Is your head gasket leaking oil? Sorry to be the bearer of bad news but a blown head gasket is going to be very expensive to repair. But the good news is, if you’re seeing oil leaking externally, that might not be a head gasket problem. Instead, it might be a valve cover gasket problem. While equally important, it’s a lot less expensive than replacing a head gasket. In this post about head gasket leaking oil, we’ll explain everything you …
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Chevrolet Cruze Problems: An Internet Joke Or A Real Headache?
“The worst reliable compact car” by Consumer Reports is no prestigious tag to carry around. The first-generation Chevrolet Cruze is the unfortunate bearer of this title. The internet is filled up with articles on how bad the Chevrolet Cruze problems are. You can also find strong advice on the internet to stay away from it. But is it that bad? History Of The Chevy Cruze Most Common Problems Recalls & TSBs Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Chevy Cruze In the late …
Ford F-150 Transmission Cooler Line Replacement: Average Cost?
How to Replace a Transmission Cooler Line Inspecting Your Transmission Cooler Line Causes of Leaks in the Transmission Cooler Line Benefits of Replacing Your Transmission Cooler Line Choosing the Right Replacement Parts How to Diagnose Problems with Your Cooler Line Cost of Replacing a Transmission Cooler Line Instructions on Replacing a Transmission Cooler Line Q&A How to Replace a Ford F-150 Transmission Cooler Line A transmission cooler line replacement on a Ford F-150 is an important part of maintaining the …
If you’re having a coolant leak problem, you might have heard the term “bypassed heater core”. Depending on where the leak is coming from, a bypassed heater core might just be the solution for you. But what is it? How do you do it? And more importantly, should you do it? That’s what we’re going to answer in this post. By the end of this post, you’ll know everything you need to know about bypassed heater core. What’s A Heater …
2014 Chevy Cruze Problems – Cruisin’ You Into Another Big Repair Bill?
It’s more common than otherwise to find unreliable cars on the market. Sometimes, you get a car for yourself that just doesn’t turn out how you would’ve liked. At times, it may cost you (a lot) more than what the car itself is actually worth just for a repair. Or, it might spend most of its time stuck in the workshop rather than being on the road. But surely, what you have isn’t as bad as 2014 Chevy Cruze problems, …
How to Check and Replace the Coolant Reservoir in a Hyundai Elantra Maintaining the coolant reservoir in your Hyundai Elantra is an important part of keeping your vehicle running smoothly. The coolant reservoir holds the engine coolant, which helps to regulate the temperature of the engine and prevent it from overheating. If you notice that your Elantra’s coolant reservoir is cracked or leaking (which might cause issues such as your engine smoking but not overheating), it’s important to replace it …
Engines are a type of machinery designed to convert different forms of energy into mechanical work. This is the energy that your car uses to move forward. This can look very confusing. After all, it is a bunch of metals and wires put together. But this complex machinery is responsible for your car moving forward smoothly every day. One type of engine that goes far back in time is the rotary engine. Even though these engines were quite the hype …
How to Replace the 2017 Hyundai Elantra Thermostat Replacing the thermostat in a 2017 Hyundai Elantra is a relatively straightforward process that can be completed in about an hour. Before beginning, it is important to ensure that the engine has cooled down completely and to gather all of the necessary tools and supplies. Tools and Supplies Needed: – Replacement thermostat – Socket wrench set – Flathead screwdriver – Pliers – Coolant (if needed) Instructions: 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable …