Posts by Skeet Dugazon

New catalytic converters do not usually smell. The purpose of a catalytic converter is to reduce the amount of harmful pollutants that are released from a vehicle's exhaust system, and…

AdvanceTrac RSC (Roll Stability Control) is an active safety system developed by Ford Motor Company to help reduce the risk of rollover accidents. It uses sensors to monitor vehicle speed,…

To fix a rattling heat shield, you need to start by identifying the source of the noise. The most common cause is loose or worn-out mounting hardware. To remedy this,…

When a car shakes going over 60, it is usually caused by an imbalance in the wheels. This can be caused by either worn out tires or incorrect tire pressure.…

Yes, brake fluid can go bad after opening. Without a proper seal in place, air and moisture are able to enter the container and contaminate the brake fluid. Once contaminated,…

Oil dye is generally not considered bad for an engine, however it can still be harmful in certain cases. Oil dye is designed to be added directly into the oil…

Yes, being rear ended can cause alignment issues. When a heavy force is applied to the back of a car it has the potential to affect its alignment settings. This…

The size of the turbo on a 6.0 Powerstroke depends on the model year and engine type. The 2004-2007 engines are equipped with either a BorgWarner K03 or Garrett GT3788VA…

An electric motor is equivalent to a glow engine in terms of power output. Electric motors typically produce more torque than glow engines, so they generate higher levels of acceleration…