If you're using a hydraulic jack to lift your car up so you can do a repair, you need to exercise caution. Wondering what tips can keep you safe? Take a look at these tips. 1. Use the Right Size Jack Safety starts with choosing the correct size of jack. Make sure that the jack is designed to work with your model of vehicle and to accommodate your vehicle's weight. If you plan to climb under the car or even just reach your hands under a tyre to change it, the wrong jack could drop the car, crushing your body or your hand.
28 April 2017
Have you ever wondered how your car goes from a roaring engine at a standstill to a speeding monster on the highway? Well, the transmission is responsible for all this magic. It comprises a gearbox for transmitting power from the engine to the rotating axles. The axles then initiate movement of the wheels depending on how much power the gearbox is drawing from the engine. This can only be done well if there is sufficient transmission oil circulating in the system.
21 April 2017
Hitting the occasional pothole when driving may not be a big deal to some motorists. However, this minor mishap on the roads can eventually become a big problem for your vehicle. The reason for this is the constant high impact when driving over these potholes will eventually lead to the misalignment of your wheels. What some people do not realise is that the worse this misalignment becomes, the higher the risk of your vehicle succumbing to a myriad of auto problems.
12 April 2017
A diesel engine is typically known for being very strong and very fuel-efficient, as diesel engines convert heat to energy so that they run on more than just fuel alone. However, you may want to improve the performance of your diesel engine if you're towing heavier loads or need more pickup when you accelerate. Note a few ways you can improve the engine's performance without having to actually swap it out for something larger and more powerful overall.
5 April 2017
As the name implies, the fuel filter is the component in your vehicle that functions to ensure that there are no impurities passed on from your fuel to the fuel injectors. When your fuel filter is functioning at optimum, you can rest assured that your engine is receiving pure fuel, keeping it free from any foreign contaminants that could impede on its performance. Nevertheless, just as other vehicle components, your fuel filter is susceptible to problems, which could result into an assortment of issues with your vehicle.
21 March 2017
Your car's automatic transmission may last for many years without ever failing or seizing up. However, the transmission will need some maintenance and repairs over time, and getting these done quickly and as soon as you notice a problem will help ensure that it does last as long as possible. Note a few common problems you might experience with your car's automatic transmission so you know what to expect when it begins acting up.
17 March 2017
Something always seems to go wrong when you're in a hurry. Maybe you're late when trying to pick the kids up from school, or trying to get to the bank before it closes. So perhaps it's not surprising that you have jumped into the car, turned the key, and nothing has happened. What next? Where do you begin when trying to figure the problem out? Narrowing It down It's likely that an electrical issue is causing you to be static, rather than mobile.
7 March 2017
