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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

Boost

Overcharged AC – Is Putting Too Much Freon Bad For You?

by Conner Mckay 07/04/2023

written by Conner Mckay

Summertime can be a difficult season, especially if you are running your car without air conditioning. But, was your air conditioning system empty and you tried to refill the system before you ended up with overcharged AC by accident? Well, in this guide, we’ll detail the key symptoms and causes of an overcharged AC unit in your car. What Is The Air Conditioner? How Does A Car’s AC Unit Work? What Does The Refrigerant Do? AC Unit Power Consumption Overcharged …

07/04/2023 0 comment

Motor Oil

How To Read Oil Level On Dipstick: Check, Read Engine Oil Levels

by Conner Mckay 03/07/2023

written by Conner Mckay

Since the early days of the vehicle, oil dipsticks have been used to gauge the amount of oil in an engine. The modern dipstick, with its minimum and maximum oil level markers, only became more popular in the mid-nineties. Today we will discuss the importance of engine oil and explain how to read the oil level on a dipstick elaborately. The oil dipstick is a tiny but significant part of any car’s engine. The level and condition of one of …

03/07/2023 0 comment

Engine

Rough Idle Causes – Why Your Car Is Idling Rough?

by Conner Mckay 03/07/2023

written by Conner Mckay

Have you noticed that your car recently started to idle really rough? And you are looking to learn more about the possible rough idle causes? If that is the case, then you are at the right place because there will be a lot to cover on this topic where we will learn everything when it comes to this problem. Rough Idle? Situations Causes Diagnosing Cost Conclusion F.A.Q Having a problem like this when the car runs roughly can be frustrating …

03/07/2023 0 comment

OBD Codes

P0457 – How To Tackle This EVAP Leak?

by Conner Mckay 03/02/2023

written by Conner Mckay

Have you noticed the check engine light on your cluster and you diagnosed the code P0457? Well, if that is the case, and you are in this situation, then you are at the right place because there will be a lot to cover on this topic. Car Diagnostics The Problem How EVAP Works Causes Symptoms Diagnosing Cost Conclusion F.A.Q Having a problem like this can be really frustrating to deal with because even though it is straightforward, it’s not like …

03/02/2023 0 comment

OBD Codes

P0325 – Has Your Knock Sensor Gone Bad?

by Conner Mckay 03/02/2023

written by Conner Mckay

Have you started experiencing some weird noises from the engine and you diagnosed the P0325 code? Well, if that is the case and you are in this situation, then you are at the right place because there will be a lot to cover on this topic. Car Diagnostics The Problem Knock Sensor Causes Symptoms Diagnostics Cost Conclusion F.A.Q Having a problem like this is something that nobody wants. Why is this the case? Well, mainly because it could be really …

03/02/2023 0 comment

Exhaust

P0137 – How To Diagnose A Bad O2 Sensor?

by Conner Mckay 03/02/2023

written by Conner Mckay

To achieve optimum performance, an internal combustion engine needs the right air/fuel ratio. The engine control module controls the air/fuel mixture ratio going into the engine. It accomplishes this through the use of automotive sensors, one of which is the oxygen sensor installed on the car. When the circuit or sensor malfunctions, the onboard diagnostic system will display the P0137 error code. Vehicles have two oxygen sensors: one upstream (before the catalytic converter) and one downstream (the O2 sensors after …

03/02/2023 0 comment

OBD Codes

P0013 – How To Diagnose This VVT Problem?

by Conner Mckay 03/02/2023

written by Conner Mckay

Have you started noticing the check engine light and you have diagnosed the P0013 code on your car? If this is the case, then you are at the right place because there will be a lot to cover on this topic where we will elaborate on everything in detail. Car Diagnostics The Problem Actuator Solenoid Causes Symptoms Diagnosing Cost Conclusion F.A.Q Having a problem like this can be a really frustrating thing to deal with. Why I’m saying this? Well, …

03/02/2023 0 comment

Fuel System

Can Gas Freeze – Safe To Store Over The Winter?

by Conner Mckay 03/02/2023

written by Conner Mckay

You live in a state where temperatures are getting really cold and you are asking yourself if can gas freeze? Well, if this is the case, then you are at the right place because there will be a lot to cover on this topic. Gasoline Basics Octane Rating Can It Freeze? Symptoms How To Fix Conclusion F.A.Q Living in very cold climates can be a real problem sometimes and you could easily end up in big trouble. The gasoline and …

03/02/2023 0 comment

Exhaust

Blue Smoke From Exhaust On Startup: What Do The Colors Mean?

by Conner Mckay 03/01/2023

written by Conner Mckay

Blue smoke from exhaust on startup is absolutely not a good sign. Any other color of smoke than thin white or something very light that resembles water vapor (i.e. there’s water coming out of the exhaust, or if there’s water coming out of the exhaust while idling) coming from a car’s exhaust is a clue that there is a problem. This issue, directly tied to the engine’s combustion system, could be harmful if it is not resolved immediately. In the …

03/01/2023 0 comment