In the past, tune-ups were vital to many engines’ performance, but since the days of carburetors and distributors, the services covered in a “tuneup” have changed. So what is a tuneup? When do you need a tuneup? What is on a car tuneup checklist? This post will answer these questions and a few more.
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Replace a Door Lock Actuator That’s Broken
A stuck or broken power door lock actuator is one of the most common reasons why car doors stop working. A bad or broken actuator is normally the main culprit. This is especially true if you can’t open or lock your car using a remote device. This article explains how to fix the door lock actuator if your car doors stopped working.
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Your Car’s Symptoms Often Tell You What’s Wrong
Learn how to diagnose typical car problems you’ll experience when owning a car without the need for any special tools. It can save you a lot of time and money, and this is especially true if you’re a DIYer that’s on a budget. In this guide, we’ll teach you how to diagnose different and common problems you might run into owning a car by doing these simple tasks yourself that do not require expensive tools.
Read MoreMost Common 2004 to 2012 GMC Canyon Problems
Diagnose and Fix Problems with the 1st Generation GMC Canyon
The 1st gen GMC Canyon was first introduced in 2004 by General Motors to replace the GMC S-15/Sonoma and the Chevrolet S-10. Some people refer to it as the glamorous counterpart of the Chevy Colorado. Like most cars and trucks, there are common GMC Canyon problems that are unique to the model.
Top 5 Problems GMC Canyon 2004 to 2012
Read MoreCommon Diesel Engine Problems
Diesel engines use gas and compressed air without the need of an additional component like a spark plug for combustion. Because of its different design from the ubiquitous spark-ignition engine, it can also experience different problems. Common diesel engine problems include diesel runaway, bad glow plugs causing starting issues, and black smoke. This list covers the top 5 problems diesel engine owners can experience.
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