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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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WET FLOOR PROBLEM ON A RENAULT CLIO MK 2

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In this article, we’ll show you how to solve the problem of a wet floor on a Renault Clio. It applies to the MK 2 […]

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TURN SIGNAL IS NOT WORKING? 6 COMMON REASONS WHY

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If the turn signal is not working on your car, then this article may help. Turn signals are an immensely important part of car signalization. […]

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BRAKE FAILURE-HOW TO SUCCESSFULLY GET THROUGH IT?

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Brake failure is one of the worst problems that can happen on a car. No doubt about it. You don’t know what’s worse in that […]

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CLOGGED DPF FILTER-SYMPTOMS, CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS

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As automotive technology advances, diesel particulate filters (better known as DPF) have become an integral part of diesel vehicles in terms of ecology and preventing […]

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HOW TO GET OUT OF LIMP MODE THE EASY WAY?

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So, how to get out of limp mode? If you’ve experienced this situation while driving then this is probably the first question that came to […]

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HOW TO KNOW IF YOUR SHOCK ABSORBERS ARE BAD?

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In this article, you’ll learn how to know if your shock absorbers are bad. Shock absorbers are a very important part of your car’s suspension […]

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BAD FUEL FILTER SYMPTOMS-SKODA AND OTHER CARS

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In this article, we’ll be talking about bad fuel filter symptoms. The fuel filter is an immensely important part of your car. If it’s not […]

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8 BAD PISTON RING SYMPTOMS IN YOUR CAR

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Imagine this: You’re cruising down the open road, wind in your hair, and a smile on your face as you revel in the joy of […]

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WINDOW REGULATOR REPAIR-SYMPTOMS AND SOLUTIONS

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When you press the button and the window doesn’t work you’re probably in for a window regulator repair. This shouldn’t be much of a surprise […]

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5 EASY WAYS TO DETECT ODOMETER FRAUD

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Odometer fraud. Sounds sinister when you say it….and it is. The fact is that odometer frauds are one of the most common tricks that are […]

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10 REASONS FOR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT-SKODA FABIA

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If you drive a Skoda Fabia, especially an older one, it’s good to know some reasons for the check engine light. When and if it […]

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 SYMPTOMS OF A BAD PARKING BRAKE (WITH REASONS)

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The parking brake is one of the most important parts of the car so knowing the symptoms of a bad parking brake is very important. […]

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HOW TO KEEP HUBCAPS FROM FALLING OFF?

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If you have steel rims, hubcaps, and poor-quality roads, you’ll inevitably ask yourself how to keep hubcaps from falling off. Losing a hubcap, in the […]

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10 REASONS WHY YOUR CAR PULLS TO ONE SIDE

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So you’re driving down the road and the car pulls to one side. When everything is OK, the car should drive straight without the need […]

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HOW TO CHECK A BAD WHEEL BEARING? 3 EASY WAYS

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Knowing how to check a bad wheel bearing is the first step to solving the problem. Making a quality diagnosis means you can solve the […]

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BAD WHEEL BEARING NOISE-3 SURE SOUNDS OF TROUBLE

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A bad wheel bearing noise is, in most cases the first symptom that you’ll notice if you experience a wheel bearing problem. Once you hear […]

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10 COMMON BAD WHEEL BEARING SYMPTOMS

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In this article, you’ll see some of the certain bad wheel bearing symptoms. Like some other car problems, a bad wheel bearing can be easily […]

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CAR BURNING OIL? WHAT DOES IT MEAN AND WHAT CAN YOU DO

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Is your car burning oil? This is a question that certainly sends shivers down the spine of any car owner. In most cases, the first […]

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10 MOST COMMON SYMPTOMS OF A BAD CV JOINT

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Knowing a thing or two about symptoms of a bad cv joint may eventually come in handy. Mainly because you won’t be that worried when […]

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SHAKING STEERING WHEEL-10 MOST COMMON REASONS

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One of the more unsettling car problems is a shaking steering wheel. Justifiably so as the steering system is perhaps the most important for driving. […]

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DROPPED SOMETHING IN THE ENGINE BAY? 10 EASY SOLUTIONS

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If you’ve worked around the car (namely the engine) then at least once you’ve dropped something in the engine bay. That helpless feeling of seeing […]

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CAR OVERHEATS WHEN IDLING? 10 COMMON REASONS

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If your car overheats when idling, you probably have an issue with the coolant system. There are numerous reasons why this can happen and this […]

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10 EASY WAYS TO REMOVE STICKERS FROM CAR WINDOWS

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How to remove stickers from car windows? A question that surfaces once you see that old or damaged sticker you have to get rid of. […]

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WHAT CAUSES DIM TAIL LIGHTS? 5 SYMPTOMS AND SOLUTIONS

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What causes dim tail lights? This question arises when you notice that the tail lights aren’t working like they’re supposed to. Instead of the normal, […]

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HOW TO FIX BRAKE LIGHTS? 5 CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS

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How to fix brake lights? This is the first question that comes to mind once you’ve concluded that they’re not working. It might be that […]

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10 REASONS FOR WHITE SMOKE FROM THE EXHAUST

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What causes white smoke from the exhaust? A question that first comes to mind when you see thick white fumes coming out of the exhaust […]

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HOW TO FIX A HEATER CORE LEAK? 5 MOST COMMON WAYS

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Once you’ve found out that you have this kind of problem the next logical question is how to fix a heater core leak. There are […]

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 WHY IS MY BRAKE LIGHT ON? 10 COMMON REASONS

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 When that exclamation mark in a round circle comes up on the dashboard, the first thing you’ll ask yourself is „why is my brake light […]

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ARE CAR DIAGNOSTICS ACCURATE?

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Should you follow the error codes from the OBD system? Are car diagnostics accurate? These questions come to mind whenever you’ve made an unsuccessful repair […]

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WHAT CAUSES A SEIZED ENGINE? 10 MOST COMMON REASONS

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What causes a seized engine? This is the first question that will come to mind if you encounter this serious car problem. Knowing the possible […]

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