Are there transmission problems with the Ford Ranger? When slowing down at toll booth transmission down shifted but rpm remained high. Had to stand on Continue Reading
When does the downshift feel like getting rearended?
When does the downshift feel like getting rearended? It can also happen when I am coasting down a hill then accelerate again. Feels like the Continue Reading
Why does my Audi A4 make a clunking noise when braking?
Why does my Audi A4 make a clunking noise when braking? If your bolts are the correct size and are torqued to spec, move on Continue Reading
How do I know if my torque converter is loose?
How do I know if my torque converter is loose? There are several signs that you might have a torque converter issue: Loss of Acceleration. Continue Reading
What happens if you put motor oil in transmission by mistake?
What happens if you put motor oil in transmission by mistake? Using the wrong fluid can cause poor lubrication, overheating, and possibly transmission failure. A Continue Reading
Why are trains diesel electric?
Why are trains diesel electric? An early company offering “Oil-Electric” locomotives was the American Locomotive Company (ALCO). Diesel–electric powerplants became popular because they greatly simplified Continue Reading
How are cars transported by train?
How are cars transported by train? Car shipping by train works pretty much the way it sounds. You transport your vehicle from one location to Continue Reading
Can you domesticate a squirrel?
Can you domesticate a squirrel? Squirrels may live in your backyard or neighborhood. They are fun to watch scamper around, and you may consider that Continue Reading
How long do convictions stay on your driving record in Texas?
How long do convictions stay on your driving record in Texas? 3 years If you are convicted of a traffic violation, the points associated with Continue Reading
How do you change a clutch fan?
How do you change a clutch fan? Part 1 of 1: Replacing your fan clutch Materials Needed. Step 1: Checking your fan clutch for problems. Continue Reading
What type of transmission fluid does a 2003 Toyota 4Runner use?
What type of transmission fluid does a 2003 Toyota 4Runner use? Dexron™ VI Automatic Transmission Toyota 4Runner 4.0L / 4.7L 2003, Professional™ Full Synthetic Dexron™ Continue Reading
What is brake hold on Toyota?
What is brake hold on Toyota? Toyota’s brake hold function engages your vehicles braking system without you having to actually hold your foot on the Continue Reading
Why is my anti freeze leaking?
Why is my anti freeze leaking? A coolant/antifreeze leak can occur for a variety of reasons, including a blown radiator hose, a bad hose clamp, Continue Reading
Can you change the front brake pads on a Toyota Tundra?
Can you change the front brake pads on a Toyota Tundra? Changing front brake pads does not require the application of lubricants. And, the rear Continue Reading
Are timing belts wet or dry?
Are timing belts wet or dry? From what I can tell the timing belt is a ‘dry’ setup, like most other timing belts and the Continue Reading
Does a dead battery drain gas?
Does a dead battery drain gas? Without a properly charged battery, the fuel injectors may not add fuel to the cylinders as efficiently as they Continue Reading
Can you change brakes with parking brake on?
Can you change brakes with parking brake on? The electric parking brake system uses the brake pads and rotors in the braking system. It has Continue Reading
Why does my alarm keep going off on my VW Passat?
Why does my alarm keep going off on my VW Passat? The alarm on your VW going off by itself is not likely to be Continue Reading
Do you have to get new rotors when replacing brake pads?
Do you have to get new rotors when replacing brake pads? Some vehicles always require new pads and rotors because the rotors cannot be resurfaced. Continue Reading
Why is my car slow to accelerate from a stop?
Why is my car slow to accelerate from a stop? Among the causes of poor acceleration are clogged fuel injectors and/or inadequate fuel pressure/volume. When Continue Reading