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If you’re hearing a strange noise coming from your wheels, it might be time to get your wheel bearings checked out. As a car owner, it’s important to know the signs of failing wheel bearings so you can catch the problem early and avoid more serious (and expensive) issues down the road. What are the […]

When it comes to car maintenance, the tie rod end oftentimes doesn’t receive the attention it deserves. It connects the steering rack to the wheel and plays a crucial role in making sure your car goes where you want it to go. But, what happens when it starts to fail? Let’s dive into it! Symptoms […]

Is your car acting up? Stalling, surging, or just not accelerating like it used to? It could be a problem with your throttle position sensor (TPS). In this post, we’ll dive into the symptoms of a bad TPS and what you can do about it. What is a throttle position sensor? The TPS is a […]

We’ve all been there. You’re running late for work, you jump in the car, turn the key and… nothing. Your engine won’t start. Uh oh. Chances are, you’ve got a problem with your starter motor. The starter motor is a small but powerful electric motor that’s responsible for turning over your engine when you turn […]

Is your car making strange hissing or whistling noises from the engine? Noticing rough idling, poor acceleration, or decreased fuel economy? These could all be signs that your vehicle’s PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve is failing. The PCV valve is a small but critical component in your engine. Its job is to regulate the airflow […]

If your car is running rough, misfiring, or just not starting like it used to, there’s a good chance your ignition coils are on their way out. Ignition coils are a critical part of your car’s ignition system, responsible for providing the high voltage needed to create a spark and ignite the fuel in the […]

If your car is running rough, misfiring, or just not performing like it used to, a failing fuel pressure regulator could be the culprit. The fuel pressure regulator is a critical component that maintains the proper fuel pressure needed for your engine to run smoothly. When it starts to go bad, a number of symptoms […]

If you’re like most car owners, you probably don’t think much about your EGR valve – until it starts causing problems. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve is a small but important component that helps reduce harmful emissions and improve fuel efficiency. However, over time, the EGR valve can become clogged or stuck, leading to a […]

If your car is running rough, misfiring, or just not starting at all, it could be a sign that your distributor is on the way out. As a critical component of your ignition system, a failing distributor can cause all sorts of problems. In this post, I’ll break down the common symptoms of distributor issues […]

Hey there, it’s your friendly neighbourhood mechanic here to talk about a crucial component of your car’s engine – the spark plugs. These little guys are responsible for igniting the air-fuel mixture in your engine’s cylinders, which powers your vehicle. When they start to fail, you might notice some tell-tale signs that it’s time for […]