A vehicle’s timing belt goes around pulleys — the crankshaft, camshaft(s), tensioner and sometimes water pump. When everything is correct, the belt keeps the crankshaft and the camshafts in correct timing, and if it fails on an interference engine you could catastrophic damage to the engine, such as bending the valves or breaking the pistons. New timing belts should be …
Do I need a wheel alignment?
Updated on September 5, 2025 On occasion, it may be recommended that your car receive a wheel alignment. Maybe a suspension repair was performed, your vehicle needed new tires, or certain symptoms were noticed. Alignments can be impacted by suspension wear and road conditions, such as speed bumps and potholes. Having this service done regularly — once a year or …
Why is my car leaking?
When moving your car from its parking spot, you may notice that a puddle has formed. A car leaking fluid could indicate a number of issues. The location and color of the leak can help you and the car repair shop you take your vehicle to determine what is leaking and the culprit. Types of car fluids Antifreeze: Antifreeze can …
Car doesn’t start? Dashboard lights on?
Your vehicle’s dashboard contains a number of tools that share important information with you – are there any problems or is everything running smoothly? It also houses an array of dashboard lights that have various meanings. These alerts can warn you if something is malfunctioning and the vehicle needs to be checked by a mechanic. You may not be able …