An engine with a bad gasket is more likely to drip hazardous — and flammable — fluids. Just over 20 percent of car fires can be traced to electrical failure or malfunction. So just pop the hood every now and then and take a cursory look around for leaks and frayed wires. 8: Car Cr...
Over time, this can lead to a complete battery failure. Pro Tip: Regularly clean your battery terminals with a terminal cleaning kit to prevent corrosion and ensure a secure connection. Faulty Charging System—your car's battery powers the engine during startup, but once the vehicle is runnin...
Lack of oil, or oil degradation are the main reasons for timing chain failure. Regular oil changes, and keeping the engine oil at the correct level will increase the lifespan of your timing chain. How to avoid a timing belt/chain failure If your engine has a timing belt, your garage sho...
Checked diagnostic port and received error from chk engine light 2 short blinks then a pause and then 4 short blinks (ECU failure). Replaced ignitor (ECU) with a used identical replacement. After changing ignitor (ECU) and checking diagnostic port the chk engine light would blink steady at a...
If you've been having a hard time starting your engine, or you just want to make sure your car is ready for your next road trip, stop by and get your ES 350 battery tested. We also offer expert installation with the purchase of an auto battery (Available at participating locations, on...
If this doesn’t start the engine, then you most likely have an ignition failure. Broken Spark Plugs A vital component that allows your engine to generate power is the tiny spark plugs. If you have only one faulty spark plug, you can still start your car and drive. But when more than...
Here are the main causes and consequent symptoms of starter motor failure that may occur: the battery is exhausted, the panel lights up when you insert the key, but when you turn it, you can hear a sort of “sound drop”; the electromagnet does not work, a continuous tapping is heard,...
Other causes of Fiesta ST engine failure, are through working the engine too hard when cold, or from a lack of servicing, as this engine will suffer if it is run low on oil. Oil services should be done every 12,500 miles. It is not unheard of for Mk7 Fiesta STs to overheat, either...
As the middle of the diaphragm spring is pushed in, a series of pins near the outside of the spring causes the spring to pull the pressure plate away from the clutch disc. This releases the clutch from the spinning engine. Note the springs in the clutch plate. These springs help to ...
The temptation to push on despite the warningsigns of engine overheatingcan be strong, but resist it at all costs. Here’s why: Engine Preservation: Driving with an overheating engine can cause several damages, leading to costly repairs or even engine failure. ...