EricTheCarGuy Answers Questions ‘Live’ #7 11/20/2013
In this show we talked about idle issues,hesitation problems, looking for a diesel school, noises after a timing belt replacement, drum brakes, hard starting issues, and knock sensor problems. I’m sure there was more that I didn’t cover but watch the video and see. Here are some useful links for you that were mentioned in the show.
Rosedale Technical Institute:
http://www.rosedaletech.org
ScannerDanner:
http://www.youtube.com/user/ScannerDanner
Here’s some links for you.
Automatic transmissions part 1:
Automatic transmissions Part 2:
Torque converters:
Removing rusty fasteners:
Compression testing:
Leak down testing:
Finding Noises:
Suspension Noises:
Testing Wheel Bearings:
Disc Brakes:
Drum Brakes:
Finding Vacuum Leaks:
Catalytic converter diagnosis:
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Useful Articles
Engine overheat
“What to Do When Your Engine Overheats“
If your vehicle is overheating, check out these tips on how to solve the problem.
No start problems
“Solving Automotive No-Start Problems“
Whether you have a ‘crank no start’, or a ‘no crank, no start’, this is the place to find answers to why your vehicle won’t start.
Idle issues
“Solving Automotive Idle Problems“
If your vehicles idle is rough, too low, too high, or goes up and down then this is the article for you.
Performance issues
“Solving Automotive Performance Issues“
Is your vehicle just not running like it should? Does it miss, sputter, hesitate, shake, or get really bad gas mileage? If so check out this article on how to solve automotive performance problems.
Diagnosing Noises
“Diagnosing Noises in Your Car“
Is your vehicle making a noise and you need to find out where it’s coming from? Check out this article and find out how EricTheCarGuy finds those pesky automotive noises.
Diagnosing Vibrations
“Determining the Causes of Vehicle Vibrations“
Does your vehicle vibrate while you’re driving or when you step on the brakes? If so, check out this article on how to find and solve automotive vibrations.
Electrical Problems
“Solving Automotive Electrical Problems“
If you’ve been afraid to tackle your vehicles electrical issues, fear not. This article is packed full in useful information on how to find and solve automotive electrical problems.
Brake Issues
“Solving Brake Problems“
If your brakes are noisy, shaky, or just don’t work right, check out this article on how to solve issues with your vehicle’s brake system.
Transmission issues
“Solving Transmission Problems“
Manual or Automatic, this article goes over the finer points of how to locate and repair issues with your vehicles transmission.
HVAC problems
“Solving Automotive HVAC Problems“
If you’re heater isn’t getting hot or your AC isn’t getting cold, check out this article on how to solve problems with your vehicles HVAC system.
Buying a Used Car
“What to look for in a used car purchase“
Looking to buy a used vehicle? Check out this article about what to look for before your make your purchase. It could save you a ton of time and money.
Leaks
“Finding and Fixing Leaks“
You found a puddle under your car! Find out how to solve the problem.
Poor MPG
“Finding and Fixing the Causes of Poor MPG“
Gas is expensive! Make sure yoiu are getting the most out of it!
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