Red Flags to Look For During a Routine Inspection

This article was originally published on UnderhoodService.com. As you know, many car owners have absolutely no idea how to inspect their vehicle on a regular basis. They just don’t know what to look for. So when you’ve got a vehicle in for a minor repair or routine maintenance, check the items listed below. You might…

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Contaminated Fuel is Still Common: What You Need to Know

This post was originally published on Counterman.com Fuel contamination is more common than you think. Most of the gasoline available today in the United States is clean and free of contaminants. But, there is still contaminated gasoline being sold around the country, from Decatur to Florida to New Jersey.

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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…

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U-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…

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Making The Case For Preventative Water Pump Replacement

This article was originally posted on AftermarketNews.com If a water pump isn’t showing signs of a leak, corrosion, cracks, making noise, or exhibiting any other “red flags,” should it be replaced? Most people would say no – it only makes sense to replace a part after it breaks. But, in the case of water pumps, premature…

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