Socket sizes are as varied and as diverse as the automotive landscape, as a whole. Yet, among all the many socket sizes that we commonly use on our vehicles, from 5 mm to 36 mm, why are 20 mm sockets so rare? I’m not the only person noticing this either, as countless other people have noticed it, too. Whereas sockets like 8 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm, and so on are fairly common for cars, 20 mm ones are practically …
When performing an oil change, one of the things that most people seem to forget is properly tightening the oil drain plug or bolt. So then, what is the right and ideal torque spec for your car’s oil drain plug? Unfortunately, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to torque specs for your oil drain plug or bolt. In practice, the precise torque specs can vary significantly from one car to another, so it’ll differ. On average, most regular passenger …
Whether you want to improve your car’s looks or would like to maximize your track car’s aero, installing a rear spoiler is one of the best things you can do. But, where can I get a spoiler installed for my car? Normally, I’d personally encourage folks to consider buying a spoiler for their car and installing it DIY-style, by themselves. Although, I do understand why you would prefer a professional installation, instead. In that case, you’re in luck, as there …
I can’t even remember how many spark plugs I’ve replaced over the years, but no matter how much experience you may have, every once in a while, you’ll likely have to figure out how to get a spark plug socket out. It’s a situation many enthusiasts and DIY mechanics dread: a spark plug socket getting stuck on the spark plug or inside the spark plug hole. But, don’t panic, as removing it isn’t as daunting as it might seem. There …
Winter can be tough on a lot of cars, and especially if you’ve been through as much snow as I have. One of the most pressing issues that I’ve faced is ice in my car’s intake, so how to de-ice the air intake system? Given that the air intake feeds much-needed air for your engine to combust, any sort of ice (as well as any blockage in general) could lead to reduced engine performance and even potential long-term damage. Thankfully, …
Even after spending years working on cars and automotive electrics, it continues to confound me just how fragile fuse prongs are. So, if your fuse prong has broken off, how can you remove it from your car? Bear in mind that if left unchecked, a broken fuse prong could lead to electrical malfunctions or even short circuits. Thankfully, needle-nose pliers can easily grip the broken prong, enabling careful extraction. All you need to do is gently grip the broken fuse …
The exhaust manifold is the first part of any vehicle’s exhaust system. Tasked with the important duty of collecting gases from numerous cylinders into a single pipe, an exhaust manifold is usually a stainless steel or cast unit. It primarily delivers the exhaust gases to the exhaust pipe. Since the job it does is so important, a cracked exhaust manifold repair is somewhat pricey. It’s not only the price of repairing the cracked bit but there’s also the high labor …
Have you ever driven your car and then suddenly you’re not getting any power? And then your check engine light suddenly turns on? That means your car is in limp mode. A check engine light denotes that there’s something wrong with your car’s powertrain. It could be the engine, the gearbox, or the exhaust system. If this happened to you recently, don’t worry. We’ll discuss the limp mode in this post, from what it is, why it happens, and how …
Your car has a lot of sensors that feed information to the computer to keep it running smoothly. One such sensor you might not know of is the O2 or oxygen sensor. This is a sensor that sits in your exhaust system and monitors the level of oxygen inside your car’s exhaust gases. For such an important component, it’s not a surprise then that the O2 sensor cost isn’t inexpensive. As with any other car part, the O2 sensor can …
Are you hearing banging, knocking, or rattling sounds from the rear of your vehicle? If so, there is a high possibility of your vehicle suffering from an issue with the exhaust system. Do you want to know the cost to replace the muffler and exhaust pipe? If so, you have come to the right place. What Does A Muffler Do? Muffler Replacement Cost Types Of Car Exhausts Symptoms Of Exhaust Damage Final Verdict Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) The exhaust pipe …