DIY Auto Repair and Diagnosis

Clutch slippage symptoms, causes and a simple test.

Find out whether your car's temperature gauge is working right, discovering key symptoms and applying a few simple tests.

Find out why your car battery discharges by applying these simple tests at home.

Here are the most likely reasons for bad clutch performance, a noisy clutch, or strange behavior by the clutch pedal. Look for your symptoms here.

Diagnose engine backfires with this guide and prevent potentially serious engine damage.

Diagnose a potential seized engine and possible repairs.

The GM 5L40-E is a popular transmission, but it is not without its faults. Here are some of the most common ones.

This guide helps you diagnose turn signal problems when one or more of the signal lights refuses to work.

Check for cooling fan problems using this simple guide and tips.

Diagnose alternator and charging system problems with this practical guide to get your car back on the road faster.

Diagnose why your car dies while driving or at idle by looking at specific symptoms.

How to do a cooling system check to find the source of leaks, overheating, and overcooling problems.

Identifying the type of noise and when it happens can help you diagnose your transmission problem.

Brake fluid replacement is an important part of routine vehicle maintenance, yet it is often overlooked or ignored by owners. This article explains why replacing brake fluid is important and how ignoring this inexpensive job can result in expensive and avoidable repairs in years to come.

Distributor replacement and timing adjustment step-by-step.

Do it yourself (DIY) replacement of the timing belt, water pump, and oil seals on the 4-cylinder Toyota Camry and similar cars, with photos, lists of tools, and parts recommendations.