Certain car parts, like water pumps, can show premature signs of failure, which are good to know so you can check for them to help prolong their life. In this video, our mechanic explains and shows you where to inspect for signs of a bad water pump:
If the exhaust is loud on your vehicle, it’s time to check for an exhaust leak. Exhaust can leak from holes in the exhaust manifold, flex pipe, catalytic converter, mid-pipe, or muffler, or from worn gaskets in these areas. Exhaust leaks can also manifest as black soot from carbon dioxide and contaminants. Leaks near the front or middle of the vehicle could find ways into the cabin via open windows or holes in the floorboards or firewall.
Watch this video or read on to learn why it’s important to inspect it and fix it as soon as possible.
Your brakes are one of the most important parts of your car that you wouldn’t want to overlook. This is especially true if they produce a strange grinding or squeaking sound when you step on the brake pedal. Such sounds are caused by some parts of your brakes sticking and rubbing against each other.
In this post, we’ll take a look at some of the symptoms that you should look out for, causes of brakes sticking, and solutions to the problem. This will help you drive safely and ensure you have brakes that are efficient and functional at all times.
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Does your car smell like burning rubber or plastic while driving? Does it smell stronger as you continue to drive? Is smoke coming from the wheels? It could be because your brakes are frozen. Watch the video below or read on to learn the signs and symptoms of frozen brakes and hot to fix them.
Do you hear a loud blower motor noise underneath the dash or at another location the blower motor is in after you turn on the A/C or heat? Sometimes it’s a whining, whirring, squealing, or vibrating sound that just won’t stop.
If the blower motor is making a loud noise in your car, it’s time to replace it and our experts at 1A Auto can show you how.
Are the brakes squealing when you press the brake pedal? This is common with some new brake pads as they “break in,” but on wheels with worn brake pads, it can mean it’s time for a replacement. Watch this video below or read more to find out if you might need new brake pads and how to replace them.
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Not sure why your car struggles to start? Is your engine lagging, hard starting, or stalling? Do you suspect the fuel pressure is low? If you’re unsure if you have low fuel pressure or want to know the cause and you know it’s not the fuel pump, this article covers the signs and symptoms of low fuel pressure and how to diagnose it yourself. Watch our video to learn more.