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Lexus LX470 – Years to Avoid and Common Issues

You should avoid pre-2000 models of Lexus LX470 and also I wouldn’t recommend buying the 2000 model. You better choose a younger vehicle with all its initial problems solved by Lexus.

Carbureted Engine Starts Then Dies: Finding and Fixing the Reason

If your carbureted engine starts and then dies, it’s likely it has a problem with the fuel pump, fuel filter, or its carburetor may be clogged. 

Range Rover Smart Key Not Working After Battery Change - Why?

  If your Range Rover smart key isn’t working after the battery change, you damaged the key. Also, the reason may be in the BCM or in the KVM that needs resetting.  

Can You Change the Speedometer from Kilometers to Miles in Kia?

  Can you change your speedometer and mileage from kilometers to miles in a Kia vehicle? This is the question I will answer in this short article.  

Car Shakes After Changing Ignition Coil – What's the Reason?

If your car shakes after you replaced the ignition coil, you may have installed it incorrectly or the coil may have been initially bad. 

No Check Engine Light but Loss of Power – Finding the Culprit

If your vehicle lost power and there is still no check engine light, look at the fuel pressure, air intake, MAF sensor, injectors’ health, and issues with the exhaust system.

Car Starts with Starter Fluid Then Dies – What’s Wrong?

There are several reasons your car will start with starter fluid and go dead immediately. Find out all of them in this guide, including how to troubleshoot.

What’s the Squeaky Noise When I Push on the Gas Pedal?

Do you hear a squeaky sound when pressing down the gas pedal or accelerator while driving? Read this post to know what it means and how to resolve all issues.

Do More Liters Mean More Power in Car Engines?

More liters does mean more power but with an asterisk attached. It is best to consider the actual brake horsepower of a vehicle, rather than infer it from the engine capacity. 

White Paint Mark on Windshield. What's This and How to Clean?

In this article, you will know how to remove the white paint from your windshield before you find yourself on the wrong side of the law.

Battery Light Comes On When Starting a Car, Then Goes Off. Normal?

This article will cover whether the battery light coming on when starting your car and then going off is normal. 

Can I Use 10W30 Instead of 0W20? Concerns and Possible Advantages

This article will cover two popular engine oil options, the 10W30 and the 0W20, and the possible advantages and concerns of using the 10W30 instead of the 0W20. 

Mazda 3 Fuel Range Display Not Working – What's the Problem?

If your Mazda 3 fuel range display isn’t working, you may have overfilled or empty tank, glitchy ECU, wrong trip monitor displaying on the dash, or you don’t know how the fuel range meter works.

No Fault Codes Stored in the ECU – Is That OK? Explanation

There are no fault codes when the check engine light is on because of software glitches, wiring problems, poor OBD system, bad scanner, or some other issues. 

APP_W009 "Automatic Emergency Braking Is Unavailable" in Tesla Model 3

In this article, we look at Tesla Model 3 APP_W009 code for the "Automatic emergency braking is unavailable" This problem has affected a broad range of Tesla vehicles. 

BMW Mechatronic Sleeve: Symptoms and Ways to Fix

Our article today explores the mechatronic sleeve, which is part of the mechatronic unit in brands such as BMW, Mercedes, and Audi. 

Spraying Brake Cleaner into Air Intake: Any Concerns?

Be sure to not use brake cleaner as an engine cleaner as you should use dedicated engine cleaners exclusively.

Cataclean vs Lacquer Thinner: Cleaning Your Cat Converter

Cataclean is a well-known fuel additive intended to clean your cats from the factory while lacquer thinner is designed for dissolving and stripping lacquer-based paint.

RAM 12-Inch Screen Replacement Cost – When Needed?

The need to replace the Ram 12-inch screen arises when you experience phone connectivity problems, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi incapability, music interfaces, difficulty using the navigation system.

Mitsubishi Auto Door Lock Disable: Here's How You Can Do It

To disable the Mitsubishi auto door lock, press the lock button on the driver's armrest. Hold down on the button till you hear the lock engage and release.