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Car problems are present as long as the car is.

So are the headaches and troubles they cause the driver and car owner.

The car is a complicated machine. It’s composed out of thousands of parts intertwined in to multiple systems which give us, at the end, the joy of driving.

It only seems logical, with such a complicated machine, that something will eventually go wrong. Combined with a harsh environment (which the car is) and some material fatigue, car repairs will surely be in sight.

Despite these facts, drivers get mad, annoyed or downright desperate when a car problem happens.

This is understandable as the car is our every day companion in work, chores, transport and else. We are becoming evermore dependent on it.

Having this in mind, this part of our website is dedicated to some of the most common car problems that can happen.

They include the coolant system, electrical and electronic system, brake system and more.

Through various articles we’ll try to help you pinpoint the problem. Besides that, well try and explain how the system works or even offer some solutions.

You can also find articles to car problems that aren’t that serious like the the check engine light problem which bothers many drivers.

So, before seeking professional help, give these articles a look.

You may be able to solve your car problems on your own and perhaps save some hard-earned money.

If nothing else,you’ll at least inform yourself of what lays ahead of you.


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5 SYMPTOMS OF A BAD WINDOW REGULATOR

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The majority of modern cars have power windows, and the main part of it, which makes the window move at the touch of a button, […]

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SYMPTOMS OF BAD GAS (BAD FUEL) IN A CAR

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In this article, we’re going to talk about a problem that is pretty rare, especially in developed countries, and that is a problem with bad […]

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SYMPTOMS OF A BAD BATTERY CONNECTION

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Having a good battery connection between the terminals and the cable clamps is crucial for having a stable supply of electric power in your car. […]

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5 MISLEADING REASONS FOR A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT

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The check engine light serves to warn the driver that something is wrong with one or more of the car’s systems. There are many reasons […]

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SYMPTOMS OF BAD ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION MOUNTS

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The engine and transmission mounts are the parts of your car that actually hold the engine and transmission to the car body or chassis. Besides […]

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SYMPTOMS OF A BAD THROW-OUT BEARING (RELEASE BEARING)

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A throw-out bearing, also known as a release bearing, is a part of the clutch set in a manual transmission car. Its main task is […]

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SYMPTOMS OF A BAD IDLE CONTROL VALVE (IAC VALVE)

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If the engine on your car has problems with idling, one of the reasons may be a bad idle control valve. This is an electronic […]

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10 MOST COMMON REASONS FOR A ROUGH CAR IDLE

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If you’re cars engine has a rough idle problem, then this article might help. So, when you start the engine, instead of the usual smooth, […]

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5 COMMON SYMPTOMS OF A BAD CLUTCH DISC

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If you drive a car with a manual transmission, also known as a stick shift, especially if it has higher mileage, you may experience problems […]

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5 COMMON SYMPTOMS OF BAD STARTER BRUSHES

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As a driver, you should know what are the most common symptoms of bad starter brushes. Mainly to avoid getting stranded with a car that […]

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5 COMMON SYMPTOMS OF A BAD PULLEY

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In this article, you’ll see the most common symptoms of a bad pulley. Due to the pulley being constantly under pressure and strain from the […]

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6 SURE SYMPTOMS OF BAD SHOCK ABSORBERS

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When the car has bad shock absorbers, it affects the car’s stability and driving performance. The shock absorbers are a key component of your car’s […]

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6 COMMON SYMPTOMS OF A BAD CATALYTIC CONVERTER

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A bad catalytic converter is a rare problem, but when it happens, it causes various problems with the engine and other systems on the car. […]

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5 SYMPTOMS OF BAD ALTERNATOR DIODES

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One of the rarer car problems is bad alternator diodes. The alternator in your car produces alternating AC current, but your car’s electrical system runs […]

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5 SYMPTOMS OF BAD ALTERNATOR BEARINGS

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This article will show you some of the most common and obvious symptoms of bad alternator bearings. The alternator is a device that provides your […]

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7 VERY COMMON SYMPTOMS OF AN ENGINE MISFIRE

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An engine misfire is a pretty rare car problem, but when it happens, it’s crucial to recognize it on time. Lots of people either don’t […]

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HOW TO PREVENT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT?

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On our website, we’ve written about the check engine light problem numerous times. This time, we’ll write about how to prevent the check engine light […]

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5 COMMON SYMPTOMS OF A BAD STARTER SOLENOID

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If you’re having problems with your starter, one common reason may be the starter solenoid. The solenoid is essentially a huge relay that looks like […]

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CAN YOU PASS AN EMISSIONS TEST WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON?

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So, can you pass an emissions test if the check engine light is on? The short answer is no, you can’t. But you can try […]

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HOW TO DIAGNOSE A BAD HEAD GASKET ON A CAR

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A bad head gasket is one of the more serious and more expensive car problems. Simply put, the head gasket seals the cylinder head and […]

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5 SYMPTOMS OF A BAD KEY FOB BATTERY

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The key fob on your car is a remote control device that locks and unlocks the doors and boot, starts the car, and more. So, […]

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5 SYMPTOMS OF A SHORT CIRCUIT IN A CAR

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A short circuit is a very rare car problem, but when it does happen, it can cause serious damage. It means that there is a […]

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5 SYMPTOMS OF A BAD VALVE COVER GASKET

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A problem with a bad valve cover gasket is pretty rare on an engine. It usually happens due to material fatigue, overfilling engine oil, and […]

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HOW TO DIAGNOSE A BAD GROUND CONNECTION?

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A bad ground connection is one of the most overlooked causes of electrical and electronic problems in a car. When there is a bad ground […]

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HOW TO DIAGNOSE A BAD VOLTAGE REGULATOR?

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The alternator (with the voltage regulator) provides all of the electric power for your car and recharges the battery while driving. When the voltage regulator […]

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COMMON SYMPTOMS OF A BAD BRAKE CALIPER

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One of the rarer car problems is a bad brake caliper. The brake caliper is the part that presses the brake pads against the brake […]

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5 SYMPTOMS OF A BAD DRUM BRAKE CYLINDER

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Lots of cars have a combination of brake discs and brake drums. If it’s like this on your car, sooner or later, you may encounter […]

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6 COMMON SYMPTOMS OF WORN BRAKE PADS

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In this article, we’ll show some of the most common symptoms of worn brake pads. The brake pads are a part of your car’s brake […]

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5 SYMPTOMS OF A BAD BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER

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This article will show you some of the most common symptoms of a bad brake master cylinder. The brake master cylinder is a hydraulic cylinder […]

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5 WARNING SYMPTOMS OF A BAD BRAKE BOOSTER

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In this article, we’ll be talking about the most common symptoms of a bad brake booster. The brake booster is one of the most important […]

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