Why are there so many auto recalls? Manufacturers have been issuing recalls at a faster pace to avoid negative publicity linked with hiding vehicle problems. Continue Reading
Is the Toyota Alphard any good?
Is the Toyota Alphard any good? The Alphard has a solid reputation for reliability. Many of its components are shared with other more common models, Continue Reading
Should your RPM be at 0 when you turn your car on?
Should your RPM be at 0 when you turn your car on? Most engines idle between 500 and 750 RPM in order to stay running. Continue Reading
What is the hose that connects to the air intake?
What is the hose that connects to the air intake? You can call it a vent hose, it is part of the PCV system. It Continue Reading
When did Tacoma get traction control?
When did Tacoma get traction control? ABS was optional on the Tacomas starting from the 2001 model year and only became standard in 2009. Similarly, Continue Reading
Why is my 22RE fuel injector not working?
Why is my 22RE fuel injector not working? Poor spray pattern, dripping fuel due to contamination, stuck open pintle, stuck closed pintle, clogged screens are Continue Reading
Does a Toyota Tacoma have torsion bars?
Does a Toyota Tacoma have torsion bars? 01 SR: Double Cab conversion, S/C, lowered. The 1989 – 1995 ‘PreTaco’ Toyota pickups had torsion bars. The Continue Reading
What year scion tC has a supercharger?
What year scion tC has a supercharger? 2008 Starting in 2008, Scion began making the supercharger with tamper-proof pulleys. Can a scion tC be supercharged? Continue Reading
Are Toyota TownAce reliable?
Are Toyota TownAce reliable? Great car, getting on in years a bit but indestructible. Cheap maintenance cost and proven Toyota reliability. Owned a Townace for Continue Reading
How do you activate ABS when bleeding brakes?
How do you activate ABS when bleeding brakes? Turn the ignition on and apply light pressure on the brake pedal. Open the bleeder screw and Continue Reading
What does it mean when your lawn mower starts then stops?
What does it mean when your lawn mower starts then stops? If your lawn mower starts, runs briefly, then dies these are the four most Continue Reading
What does it mean when your battery and brake light come on?
What does it mean when your battery and brake light come on? The battery light will come on when the event that the battery is Continue Reading
How much does it cost to fix one cylinder?
How much does it cost to fix one cylinder? Cracked Cylinder Head Repair Cost You can be sure that it will cost at least $500, Continue Reading
Can you drive with a bad front axle?
Can you drive with a bad front axle? Is it safe to drive with a bad axle? While you might be able to limp away Continue Reading
How serious is a bad torque converter?
How serious is a bad torque converter? A damaged torque converter will be unable to provide a seamless transfer of the engine’s rotational force into Continue Reading
Why does my engine light & Engine power is reduced come on when I drive far?
Why does my engine light & Engine power is reduced come on when I drive far? Typically, the “engine power reduced” warning light on your Continue Reading
Can you replace wheel covers?
Can you replace wheel covers? Installing new wheel covers, or hubcaps, on your vehicle can instantly change its appearance. Often, wheel covers can be installed Continue Reading
How many PSI does a power steering pump put out?
How many PSI does a power steering pump put out? At idle with the steering wheel static, a typical power steering pump holds about 80 Continue Reading
How many Toyota Land Cruisers were made in 1997?
How many Toyota Land Cruisers were made in 1997? Here are the actual sales numbers and an in-depth breakdown for 40th Anniversary and Collector Edition Continue Reading
How do you diagnose a flooded engine?
How do you diagnose a flooded engine? You can tell if your engine’s flooded when you spot these signs: Very fast cranking (the engine sounds Continue Reading