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Semi Truck Repair: Signs You Need It And Why You Should Have Repairs Done Now

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You drive a truck for a living, so your semi-truck is essential to making money. If you want to keep your career going strong, you have to make sure your semi-truck is operating as it should and have semi-truck repair needs met before you go out for your long hauls. Here’s why any semi-truck repair needs should be taken care of right away, even if they are minor and hold your hauls up momentarily to get them fixed.…

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Why Is Your Prius' Check Engine Light On?

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If you drive a late-model Prius and the check engine light just came on, it’s not time to panic just yet. Check engine lights can typically indicate any number of issues, and the most common error codes are rarely expensive. With early generation Priuses, cooling system-related failures are one culprit you can expect to see. Which Trouble Codes Indicate a Cooling System Problem? If the check engine light is on in your Prius, your first step should be to read the OBD-II trouble codes from the computer.…

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Your Tire Pressure Warning Light Came On: Now What?

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If you live in the United States and drive a vehicle manufactured after 2008, then your car likely came equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). These government-mandated systems alert you to low tire pressure conditions, allowing you to act before suffering potentially severe damage. Depending on your car’s model, your TPMS may or may not indicate which tire has a problem. Once you have a warning light, there are a few steps you’ll need to take to repair the issue.…

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3 Reasons To Engage A Trailer Repair Service

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Are you readying your trailer for a long ride but would like to ensure everything is working perfectly? Your best bet would be a trailer repair service. Repairing a trailer on your own is not an easy task, especially if you don’t have the proper tools and equipment. Trailer parts are heavy and unwieldy to handle without heavy-duty equipment. Your skills may also be inadequate to do proper diagnosis and repair.…

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Dealing With Damage To Your Car After An Accident

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If you have been involved in a collision with your car, you may have some damage that you need to deal with. Taking your car into an auto body repair shop is the best way to determine just how extensive the damage is and what is required to make the needed repairs.  Inspection and Estimates When you have your vehicle taken to an auto body repair shop after an accident, you need to pick the one you are comfortable with.…

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2 Differences In Diesel And Gasoline Engines

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A diesel engine is an internal combustion engine and works quite similarly to a gasoline engine, but it isn’t exactly the same. There is enough of a difference that you can’t switch gas and diesel in the same engine without causing serious problems. Part of the reason for that is because diesel is a denser fuel than gas is. It doesn’t combust in the same way. You can actually toss a lit match into a pool of diesel and nothing is really going to happen because of diesel’s chemical makeup.…

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Do Your Brakes Need To Be Repaired? Signs To Keep An Eye Out For

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The brakes are an important part of your car. Without them, you’ll move, but stopping is going to be difficult (and could be deadly). You most likely keep a close eye on your gas gauge and your tire pressure and maybe even your oil levels, but when is the last time you actually paid attention to your brakes? Do you pay attention to the signs that your brakes are giving you?…

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Tips For Diagnosing A Brake Problem With Your Vehicle

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You want your vehicle’s brake pedal to provide consistent feedback when applying pressure to your brakes. If the pedal changes from a stiff feeling to one that is loose, it’s a big warning sign that your vehicle has brake problems. Before you head out to a local mechanic to diagnose the problem for you, it will help to troubleshoot it on your own. You may find out that fixing the problem is simpler than you think.…

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What To Expect During A Cooling System Service

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Properly maintaining a car is essential if you want to avoid costly repairs and ensure that your vehicle runs for as long as possible. Almost everyone is aware of auto services such as the that the oil being changed and the transmission fluid being flushed, but it is not uncommon for people to overlook their car’s cooling system. The cooling system plays a very important role in keeping the engine and transmission at the proper temperature so they do not overheat, which is essential to keep the car in good repair.…

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