What does crankshaft runout mean? The amount by which a crankshaft is bent. Runout is checked by supporting the crankshaft in V-blocks or rollers and Continue Reading
What should I disconnect before welding my car?
What should I disconnect before welding my car? “When welding, there is a danger that electrical components will be damaged by the electrical current flowing Continue Reading
What Tacoma came with supercharger?
What Tacoma came with supercharger? Even with that supercharger (factory installed according to the video) the vintage Taco only brings an estimated 300 hp (224 Continue Reading
Is it normal for a alternator to get hot?
Is it normal for a alternator to get hot? If the alternator dumps a lot of amps into the battery in an attempt to recharge Continue Reading
What is a 300 code?
What is a 300 code? The HTTP 300 Multiple Choices redirect status response code indicates that the request has more than one possible responses. The Continue Reading
What does code po356 mean?
What does code po356 mean? Ignition Coil F Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction P0356 is a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) for “Ignition Coil F Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction”. Continue Reading
Can you reset your odometer when you replace the engine?
Can you reset your odometer when you replace the engine? A cars odometer does not reset with a new engine. The odometer is a record Continue Reading
Why is the Check Engine light on on my Yaris?
Why is the Check Engine light on on my Yaris? Yaris check engine light on, but runs fine. Today, the ‘check engine light’ came on Continue Reading
What is a transmission shift flare?
What is a transmission shift flare? By definition, a flare on a shift is when the releasing friction and applying friction elements are both off Continue Reading
How much experience do you need to be a mechanic?
How much experience do you need to be a mechanic? To become ASE certified you must have at least 2 years of experience and pass Continue Reading
Why is my truck making a whistling sound?
Why is my truck making a whistling sound? Constant circulation of air and cooling fluid through your car’s engine can cause small cracks in hoses, Continue Reading
What kind of fuse box does a Toyota 4Runner have?
What kind of fuse box does a Toyota 4Runner have? Toyota 4Runner (1989 – 1995) – fuse box diagram Year of production: 1989, 1990, 1991, Continue Reading
Can you over tighten AC belt?
Can you over tighten AC belt? Dear Anthony: A belt should never be over-tightened. An over-tightened belt can burn out any bearing that the belt Continue Reading
Can a bad fuel filter cause a Toyota Tacoma to stall?
Can a bad fuel filter cause a Toyota Tacoma to stall? One of the worst problems that can happen to your Toyota Tacoma is a Continue Reading
What is a stereo wiring harness?
What is a stereo wiring harness? Many wiring harnesses can let you keep your vehicle’s factory amplifier when replacing the stock radio. They include connections Continue Reading
What is the value of a 1985 Toyota MR2?
What is the value of a 1985 Toyota MR2? **Figure based on a stock 1985 Toyota MR2 Mk I valued at $9,600 with OH rates Continue Reading
Can I buy different size tires?
Can I buy different size tires? The short answer is: Yes. But does wheel size matter? Tires are a part of the wheel setup. For Continue Reading
What kind of transmission does a Toyota Solara have?
What kind of transmission does a Toyota Solara have? The four-cylinder engine could be coupled to a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission, while the Continue Reading
What does it mean when your brake light comes on and stays on?
What does it mean when your brake light comes on and stays on? Some cars have a common warning light for the brake system and Continue Reading
Is it normal for spark plugs to have oil on them?
Is it normal for spark plugs to have oil on them? Finding oil on your spark plugs can mean bad news for your engine, but Continue Reading