Maintaining Your Car

Paying for air is annoying. Here is how you can find free air, and also how to set your tire pressure for the best performance of your tires and your car.

I discovered how to avoid expensive car repair bills when the "check engine light" is on. If it’s a catalytic converter warning, try my low-cost solution first before going to a mechanic.

Were you told you need an $800 catalytic converter because your check engine light is on with code P0420? I’ll describe a low-cost alternative you can try first.

Is your car using too much oil? How to do some tests to find the reason. Learn about common leak sources and prevention.

Do a cooling system flush to remove rust, scale and other contaminants from the radiator and engine and prevent clogging and overheating.

Automatic transmissions are great to drive... when they're working well. Let's look at what to do when they're not.

Proper maintenance helps prolong the useful years of your car. I’ll tell you how I'm keeping my old car running as good as new with little cost for upkeep.

This guide will show you how to use a digital multimeter, hydrometer, and other simple tools to troubleshoot, inspect, and clean your battery if necessary.

Grinding noises in a car's braking system is a sure sign something has failed or broken and needs immediate attention. Get the noise checked out as soon as possible before driving, the problem could put you in danger.

How to replace the timing belt, water pump, tensioner, and guide pulleys on the 2005-2015 Honda Pilot, with a video showing the repair performed on a 2012 Pilot.

How to replace a clogged fuel filter and clean the throttle body on a Camry.

Check out this article to learn when you need to change your oil ASAP in your car or truck.

We rely upon our cars in these times. While it is important to take care of our cars, there are many myths that abound. Some have a grain of truth; others are completely false.

Is automobile coolant universal? NO. Although every vehicle has coolant, not every vehicle uses the same type, and they are not interchangeable. Coolant can be very hard to identify unless you know exactly what type your vehicle takes. Expand your knowledge and safety.

Use this guide to clean corroded battery terminals before they turn into an expensive repair.

The cooling system does more than just cool your engine down. It has another vital role it plays!