Posts Tagged ‘maintenance’
Wheel Bearing Failure Modes and Troubleshooting
Wheel bearings are one of the most critical – and ignored – auto parts. Considering that a vehicle cannot roll without them (at least not very far), it’s a bit strange wheel bearings only get attention when they begin to fail. Perhaps the problem is that modern, single bearing systems are simple, reliable, and generally…
Read MoreU-Joint Failure Modes & Troubleshooting
The universal joint (U-joint) is a common part found on any rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive vehicle, especially body-on-frame designs such as trucks and SUVs. The U-joint’s purpose is to transfer power to the driveshaft when the transmission and axle are at differing planes (heights). U-joints are always in pairs, usually at either end of…
Read More4 Common Causes of Water Pump Failure and How To Prevent Them
Most people know that a water pump is important to vehicle operation, but not everyone knows the four most common causes of water pump failure.
Read MoreFan Clutch Failure Modes and Troubleshooting
The use of clutch-driven fans in vehicles is no longer common, but there are plenty of vehicles still on the road which use a mechanically-operated cooling fan. Most of these are large, rear-wheel drive vehicles with large displacement engines.
Read MoreWhen Is It Time to Replace Your Fuel Pump?
The answer to “When is it time to replace a fuel pump?” is simple: When the pump has become defective. The problem is, how do you know when your fuel pump is defective? Fuel system problems can be hard to diagnose.
Read MoreHow to Tell if Your Water Pump is Failing
For your car, coolant is just as important to keep topped off as any other fluid. It protects your engine from high heat as well as freezing temperatures. The water pump cycles coolant from the radiator throughout the engine, absorbing the heat and wicking it away into the atmosphere. When water pumps go bad, it causes…
Read MoreSymptoms of a Worn Wheel Hub Bearing
The purpose of a wheel bearing is simpleto allow the wheel to spin with as little friction as possible. When a wheel bearing malfunctions, it lets you know something’s wrong by making noise. Even if you’re hearing tons of noise while on the road, diagnosing a broken wheel bearing can be a tricky task. Whether…
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