Maybe, but there are no guarantees. That’s because the oil in your car’s transmission does play a role in how well the clutches hold. And, over time, that oil can wear out. Transmission Rebuild But changing the oil won’t help if the clutches are worn out. Once that happens, the [...]
Actually, just the opposite: It probably has a clog. AC System Explained That’s because a big part of every air conditioning system is its ability to remove moisture from the air. This moisture condenses and is supposed to leak out on the street. But if the evaporator drain gets plugged, [...]
Maybe. Maybe not. There are a number of possible conditions that can keep your car A/C from working efficiently. Low refrigerant is just one possibility. Others include a faulty cooling fan, a misadjusted blend door, or a clogged condenser to name just a few. Some of these conditions are very easy [...]
Maybe, but there are a lot of other possibilities. A more common one would be if your car’s thermostat is opening too soon, so the engine isn’t running hot enough. That’ll reduce the heat to the passenger compartment. Even worse, it can cause your car’s engine to run inefficiently, wasting [...]
Trying to increase your vehicle's fuel economy? You can start by keeping your car maintained properly. Improve Your MPG Other than regular maintenance, here are some tips to help you get better gas mileage: Keep the tire pressures filled to factory recommendations Change the engine oil regularly, using the lightest grade oil [...]
Sure is, and it can make a real difference in your car’s performance and efficiency. Fuel System Services That’s because the fuel systems on today’s cars are a marvel of technology. They work on clearances smaller than half the width of a human hair to provide the perfect level of [...]
Generally speaking, no. In fact, those gas saving devices come in two basic categories: completely useless and absolutely illegal. The useless ones are just what you’d expect: They don’t do much of anything, other than separate you from your money. They won’t hurt your car’s performance, but they won’t help [...]
One of the most common conditions that indicates a bad car battery problem is slow cranking when starting. If ignored for too long, it could reach the point where your car won’t start. Diagnosing Battery Issues When trying to determine if you have a [...]
No one wants to deal with their vehicle having alignment issues. But wheel alignments can be tricky to diagnose, which begs the question of how exactly do you tell when your car is in need of one? When Is A Wheel Alignment Necessary? There are a few things you can look [...]
No; those flat spots on the tires usually indicate either something’s loose in the suspension or steering, or your car’s struts are worn and need replacement. Tire Replacement Services Your local Cottman center can check your car’s steering and suspension — including the struts or shocks — and let you [...]
