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Solenoid

Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid in Your Car’s Transmission

by Zack Norman 07/10/2023

As a car enthusiast or beginner, it’s important to have a basic understanding of your vehicle’s components to effectively diagnose and resolve issues. One critical component in an automatic transmission is the torque converter clutch solenoid. In this article, we will explore what a torque converter clutch solenoid is, its function, common symptoms of issues, and how to troubleshoot and fix them. What is a Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid? The torque converter clutch solenoid is an electrical device located inside …

07/10/2023 0 comment

Transmission & Drivetrain

2018 Ford Focus Transmission Problems: Is It Such A Shell Of A Car?

by Conner Mckay 02/24/2023

written by Conner Mckay

The Ford Focus remains a darling among those interested in having a taste and a feel of a sporty car. Three principal features that are the major attraction towards the Ford Focus are; ease of driving, budget-friendly cost, and other practical benefits. Despite this popularity, the 2018 Ford Focus transmission problems aren’t anything uncommon with that year model. Apart from that, other Ford Focus lineup of vehicles of this era have not been without their mechanical issues. But among them, …

02/24/2023 0 comment

Exhaust

P0449: All You Need To Know To Fix Your EVAP System

by Conner Mckay 02/23/2023

written by Conner Mckay

The P0449 is classified or is a part of the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC). These codes are five-digit numbers that point out or identify a part of the car that may be malfunctioning or having problems. These codes can usually be displayed on any OBD scanner when it is connected to the car’s system. This five-digit code usually includes one letter at the start followed by four numbers (e.g. P0449). Each combination on the code relates to a specific problem …

02/23/2023 0 comment

Engine

Car Dies While Idling But Restarts – How To Get It Going For Good?

by Conner Mckay 01/05/2023

written by Conner Mckay

As a wise man once said, you don’t often appreciate something at its fullest until you’ve finally lost it. Well, that feeling is mutual when it comes to cars. That’s especially so when you have problems such as those instances where your car dies while idling but restarts soon thereafter. As we get in our cars every single day, the one thing we expect out of it is that it’ll start up, drive, and get you from A to B. …

01/05/2023 0 comment