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Can You Mix Green and Orange Antifreeze? The Ultimate Guide to Antifreeze!
Antifreeze or coolant is the second most important fluid for virtually any car, right after motor oil. That means experimenting with antifreeze is never a good idea without proper research. And even then, it’s best not to do it. That’s especially true if you are thinking of mixing green and orange antifreeze. You should never
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The Anatomy Of A Car: Revealing the Full List of Car Parts for the Exterior and Interior!
If we were to go down to every single bolt, washer, O-Ring, and all other major components, the number of parts in an average car would total over 30,000. But since we are all familiar with what holds it all together, we will list down all the major systems and their parts. The major systems
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No Check Engine Light But Car Runs Rough: 5 Causes and Fixes Light?
The check engine light in your car highlights the result of a malfunction such as engine overheating or low oil pressure. Yet, sometimes, the check engine light may not light up when your car’s performance decreases or a component gets damaged. So, why is there no check engine light, but the car runs rough? There
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Car Talk: ICS Malfunction Check Engine Warning Light Issue: 5 Common Causes and Solutions
One great safety feature of some modern Toyota models is the ICS or Intelligent Clearance Sonar. Similar to any other sensor and power-based system of your vehicle, the ICS can also malfunction. In this case, you’ll see an ICS malfunction check engine warning on your dash. Typically, ICS malfunction occurs due to damaged ICS sensors,
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Dirty Engine? 9 Steps to Cleaning Engine Sludge with Diesel!
Engine oil molecules break down over time as a result of oxidation. They also mix up with dirt, metal shavings, water, etc., to build up sludge inside the crankcase. If the sludge isn’t cleaned properly, the engine performance and durability drop noticeably. So, is cleaning engine sludge with diesel safe? Yes, you can clean engine
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Stop the Screech! 5 Causes of Engine Grinding Noise at Idle (With Easy Fixes)
The engine making various grinding noises when idle indicates a problem in your vehicle. This can lead to severe consequences, so it demands fast addressing. So, what causes engine grinding noise when idle? The causes are plenty in numbers. But the prime causes are as follows: I’ll share an in-depth overview of everything a little
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Why is My Engine Temp Spikes Then Returns Normal? Uncover 7 Sneaky Causes and Quick Fixes!
I have experienced a sudden spike in my engine temperature gauge, and it returns to normal shortly after. This certainly is a cause for concern, as it indicates an underlying issue with your vehicle. So, why does the engine temperature spike and then return to normal? The main culprits in most cases are as follows.
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6 Reasons Why the Check Engine Light Came On Then Went Off! (Solved!)
The check engine light, or CEL, usually comes on and goes off when you turn the ignition on. If the check engine light came on and then went off while the engine was running, it indicates the following problems. A loose or faulty gas cap is the most common reason for this issue. Spark plug