In many newer cars it takes up to 20-25 minutes of driving before you can get decent heat going in winter. A heater may also not be as strong as in older cars with a larger engine. It's a trade-off for better gas mileage. As we mentioned, one sign that the thermostat is stuck ...
the sugar in your blood for energy, so they use fat for fuel instead. Burning fat makes acids called ketones. If the process goes on for a while, they could build up in your blood. Having too many ketones can change the chemical balance of your blood and throw off your entire system....
Probiotics are the “friendly bacteria” thatlive in our intestines and do most of the workof digesting our meals as soon as it has passed through the belly. Acidophilus and Bifidus are some of the most essential of these friendly microorganisms and offer a barrier between the intestines and t...
A speed sensor does not only indicate the vehicle speed but also helps with cruise control operation and regulation of the fuel’s flowing and ignition timing. A speedometer may stop working due to a bad sensor. Plus, the affected cruise control can disrupt the driving functions of the car. ...
As many of us have experienced, a tongue injury (such as when we accidentally bite our tongue) can be quite painful since the tongue is such an instrumental part of our daily lives through eating and speaking. Though very few people know it, the tongue is a very good measure of the wel...
There are quite a few sensors which control the engine and transmission. If one of the sensors, such as the MAF, MAP, TPS or speed sensors are sending improper signals to the computer, limp mode can activate. Failed fuel injectors, coil packs and worn out spark plugs can also cause it....
Going over the same thing in your mind over and over Researching your obsession online Trying to stop intrusive thoughts by thinking about what they mean Correcting thoughts might take the form of: Counting to a particular number Saying something, in your head or out loud, over and over Trying...
Basic checks under the hood include: is the air filter box properly closed? Does the intake boot have any cracks? Are any of the vacuum lines or hoses disconnected? If you have a scan tool, check Short Term Fuel Trim (STFT) and Long Term Fuel Trim (LTFT) readings at idle and at ...
Here's a guy replacing a Jeep Grand Cherokee How long can a car run with a bad alternator? Your car can run for a short time with a bad alternator. How long depends on how much electricity your car uses. A car with a mechanical fuel pump can go pretty far. An electronically fuel...
If your heartburn isn’t going away The severity or frequency of your heartburn symptoms increases It’s difficult or painful to swallow You vomit because of your heartburn You’ve lost a lot of weight in a short time You’ve been using over-the-counter antacids for more than two weeks...