A dead car battery is the worst thing to discover in the morning. It’s even more frustrating if your car battery keeps dying and you need to constantly recharge it. In this guide, we’ll cover some things you can do to figure out why your battery keeps draining and whether or not it needs a replacement.
Ever Notice This Feature on Your Fuel Door?
Unless you read the manual to your vehicle cover to cover, you may not know about all of the features it possesses. I have owned a RAV4 for 10 years, and I’m still discovering features I didn’t know it had. Take for example the fuel cap holder built on the inside of the fuel door.
How to Add Bluetooth to Any Car
If you have an older vehicle, the stereo system may not support Bluetooth. You could upgrade your stereo, but there might be a way you can add Bluetooth to your car without spending money on a new stereo system.
Have you Ever Noticed the Little Fuel Icon Arrow?
My Mother In Law was driving our RAV4 recently, and we needed gas. As she’s pulling into the gas station, she asks me, “Which side is the tank on?” I told her it’s on the left, and told her about the arrow on the instrument panel that indicates which side the gas tank is located on.
She was blown away. “That’s a nice little feature!” she said.
Car Gear is Stuck in Park Fix
Have you found that you cannot shift gears and your car gear is stuck in “Park”? This is a common problem. You can often overcome this problem on most vehicles with these steps.
Toyota Tundra Leveling Kit Problems and Solutions
A leveling kit, or front-end lift kit, is a smart addition to a Toyota truck, like the Tundra. It lifts the front part of the vehicle’s body several inches. That’s helpful for driving off-road, towing, or for fitting larger tires. Unfortunately, installing leveling kits isn’t always a smooth process. It can be problematic, leaving Toyota … Read more
How to Fix Toyota Radio Volume Control Problem
Plenty of people like to listen to the radio as they drive. Unfortunately, just like any other car component, radios and their respective knobs and dials sometimes don’t work as desired. The radio volume controls in certain Toyota models, for example, can stop functioning or behave strangely. This is a real hassle for drivers, but … Read more
How to Prevent Common Ford EcoBoost Engine Problems
If you’ve got a Ford with an EcoBoost engine, you might encounter a few issues from time to time. Overheating. Intercooler condensation. Oil leaks. Those are just a few of the problems that owners have reported over the years. Fortunately, while these issues can be troubling, there are steps you can take to prevent them. … Read more
Did Nissan Fix the CVT Problems?
There’s a lot to like about Nissan vehicles. They’re generally regarded as safe, reliable, and innovative. Most Nissan cars tend to be long-lasting, too. Unfortunately, the name “Nissan” also has a few negative connotations. Many auto enthusiasts are only too familiar with the brand’s history of CVT (continuously variable transmission) issues. If you’re wondering about … Read more
Chevy Silverado: Reset Oil Life Remaining
Your Chevy Silverado will alert you when your oil has become too dense to function properly. Older vehicles come with a “check oil” light, while newer models have a more precise system based on the distance traveled after the last oil change. For example, if your Chevy’s oil is rated for 5,000 miles, 80% oil … Read more