Maintenance

If an electrically powered component in your vehicle suddenly stops working, it’s possible that some troubleshooting and a major repair may be in your future. But before you become too concerned, always remember to check the fuse. The car fuse is the easiest part of the circuit to check, and…

Your vehicle’s brake pads play an important role in the braking system, but unfortunately, they also wear down over time and must eventually be changed. How often should brake pads be replaced? The answer can vary, but being able to identify the warning signs that your pads might be getting…

Ball joints play an important role in your car’s suspension system. Though they’re meant to be long-lasting, ball joints can and will eventually wear out and require replacement. It’s important to spot bad ball joint symptoms early on before they pose dangerous driving conditions for yourself and others. Early detection…

It’s worth knowing how to fix a rusted lawn mower deck when spring arrives and the grass begins to grow. While your mower may run fine for now, it might not be looking so great, and all that corrosion can eat away at important structural components over time. Looks like…

A quick look under your vehicle’s hood will let you know there’s a lot going on. The combustion engine is complex enough, with multiple parts working together to produce the power which moves the vehicle, but there are several other systems working alongside it. Accessories and components that work in…

Is your car making loud noise when accelerating? If the neighbors are looking at you sideways as soon as you hit the gas, then there’s probably a problem that needs to be fixed. There are a few different issues that could cause your car to become unusually loud when you…

What motor oil to use in your lawn mower is a question that many people ask when the snow melts and the grass begins to grow. Oil is an important part of maintenance for anything with an engine, whether it’s a car, a lawn mower or a trimmer, so here…

Preventing your battery terminals from developing corrosive buildup is an important part of maintenance, as it helps to ensure a long battery life and good current flow, which are necessary to keep your engine starting and going as you expect. Having a battery terminal cleaner on hand can make the…

Tucked away behind your wheels, brake calipers are something you don’t usually think about unless something goes wrong. Often, it’s not until the brake pedal feels soft or your brakes make a weird squeaking noise that the need to maintain them becomes clear. Here’s what exactly the calipers do and…

The season is changing and warm weather is on the way. And for a lot of us, that means it’s time for our other favorite motorized vehicle — a boat. Many car maintenance tips and tricks carry over to the marine side. So what about Sea Foam? In case you…