Car Repair Questions, Answers and Information Since 1999

Change an Air Filter Replacing an air, oil, fuel or air cabin filter is necessary to keep your car in top running condition. In most cases this service is easy to perform, we show you how to replace all of your vehicles vital filters and fluids. When a filter is left unchanged it can cause poor runability, low power, engine misfire, poor mileage, stalling and more. Check you car's filters and service regularly to ensure proper operation.

Use an Engine Scanner An engine code scanner has made automotive repair easier than ever. When the check engine light illuminates while driving it means there is a system malfunction. With a trouble code scanner you have the ability to retrieve trouble codes stored in the vehicles computer memory. Once the system malfunction has been identified simply replace the shorted sensor or failed part. Once completed clear the code out of the vehicle's computer memory to extinguish the engine light. Once you start driving your car the computer will then go into a relearn procedure and run a number of system monitors (tests) to determine if the trouble has been properly repaired.

Replace Front Brake Pads and Rotors All vehicles wear out brake pads and rotors, learn the proper way to service your brakes by our step by step instructions. Neglecting your brake system can lead to system failure which can be costly.

Replace a Serpentine Belt Serpentine belts are a regular maintenance procedure.  Replacing your car's serpentine belt can be a relatively simple that can be done in a few minutes with basic tools.