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 …
The Kia Forte is the quintessential definition of what a car is meant to be. It was never designed for aspirational or thrilling driving pleasure, nor does it tickle any of the enthusiasts’ heartstrings. Yet, it does everything a car needs to do. It can waft you from A to B in relative comfort and serenity. Plus, there’s more than enough room inside for all things human and boxes, as well as having scored well in its safety tests. But …
Welcome back to another article where we compare two different motor oils. In this one, we will be looking at 10W30 vs 10W40. These two motor oils are very similar to each other but shouldn’t be used interchangeably. We will go through the following sections while considering 10W30 vs 10W40. What Does Motor Oil Do? Comparing 10W30 vs 10W40 Oil Motor Oil Multigrades 10W30 vs 10W40 – Which Is Better? What You Should Do? Changing The Oil Filter Frequently Asked …
The Acura MDX was introduced in 2000 with the 2001 model year. Since it was the first model for the MDX, it should not come as a big shock that there were some Acura MDX problems with the vehicle. Transmission problems were the most prominent, and sometimes they remained an issue even in the later models. Misfiring cylinders, failure in the electrical system, excessive oil consumption, and engine failure are some of the Acura MDX problems seen over the years. …
If your oil smells like gas, there’s probably a pretty severe problem. It’s likely to be something to do with an overly rich fuel mixture, broken piston ring(s), or a problem with the PCV valve. Oil and gasoline shouldn’t mix. It’s the oil’s job to lubricate the engine and, to some degree, keep it cool and clean it. Gas is quite simply there to explode and thus drive the motor. The oil comes from the sump, driven by the pump, …
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 …
The GMC Terrain crossover SUV was first launched in 2010. It soon offered a similar option to the Chevy Equinox. According to consumer reports, the first GMC terrain received a report, calling it a “decent enough offering.” Overall the GMC terrain in the first 4 years between 2010 and 2013, suffered many reliability issues. Can the same be said about the 2012 GMC Terrain? What are the 2012 GMC Terrain problems? The General Motors Company is known for its futuristic …
When the garages are closed is typically where your instrument cluster might illuminate a warm orange check engine light, which is a sign of diagnostics issues like P0014. Thanks to modern vehicle networking though, it has interpreted warning lights with less ambiguity. If you own a somewhat modern (post-2000) car, definitely consider purchasing an OBD2 scanner (and learning how to use OBD2 scanner). Plug the scanner in if your engine control unit (ECU) is indicating a fault: P0014 “B Camshaft …
Any car enthusiast will attest to you that the joy and the pride in driving is the roaring noise produced by a running engine. But this joy and pride won’t be the case always. A running engine will produce different kinds of noise depending on its condition and how well it is serviced. One of such noises is the ticking noise when accelerating which forms the core of this writing. A car’s engine comprises many moving parts. These many moving …
Are you planning to purchase a Honda and you heard about the Honda oil dilution problem and you want to learn if your potential vehicle has this problem? If this is the situation that you are in, then you are at the right place because this article will be all about the Honda oil dilution problem. Honda 1.5 Engine Overview Honda 1.5 Engine Specs Applications Of The 1.5L Honda Engine Honda Engine Oil Dilution Other Common Problems & Issues Final …