This is one of the most frustrating events for a new DIY mechanic. Replacing a part, putting everything back together and still hearing the same thing. I have done this often and for a while I thought it meant I must have done it wrong. But the truth is it is a diagnostic step. Cars […]
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But what if you don’t have a garage or garage-like space to work in? Truthfully, there’s still a ton you can learn and do to familiarize yourself with the insides of your car in a driveway, parking lot or even on a street. If it’s just a matter of popping the hood and taking a
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New drivers can be quite startled by the sound of a “normal” cold engine. When you first start your car, if you hear a ticking sound, a rough idle, or the car seems to hesitate for a second, it’s natural to think that something is wrong with the car. But most of those sounds and
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There’s no such thing as a “no warning” car problem. However, the symptoms are very difficult for a novice to diagnose, and can be very misleading. While many people are intimidated by the physical aspect of fixing a car (i.e. actually tightening a bolt), the real problem for a new mechanic is knowing where to
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