If the timing chain is off by one tooth, it means that the engine’s valves and pistons are not in sync. This can cause severe damage to other components of your vehicle, including the crankshaft and camshaft. The lack of synchronization between these two components will lead to misfiring, rough idling, stalling and ultimately a […]

The fuse for the Anti-Theft System is typically located in the engine compartment, usually near or on the battery. It will be labeled as “ANTI-THEFT” and has a diagram of an automobile next to it. The exact location of this fuse may vary depending upon your vehicle’s make and model; you should refer to your

No, spare tires do not have TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system) sensors. TPMS sensors are installed on the inner side of each tire and measure the air pressure inside it. Since a spare tire is usually stored in the trunk or undercarriage of a vehicle and does not remain mounted for long periods, TPMS sensors

A brake light bulb fault means that there is an issue with the brake light bulb on a vehicle. It could mean that the bulb is burned out, has come loose in its socket, or needs to be replaced altogether. This can affect a vehicle’s safety as it will not be visible to other drivers

In Tennessee, the darkest legal tint for a car window is 35% visible light transmission (VLT). This means that 35% of the light from outside is allowed to pass through each window. The other 65% should be from a non-reflective material such as carbon or metallic. This applies to both front and rear windows, however,

No, Honda and Nissan rims are not interchangeable. This is because the design of each rim differs between manufacturers, even when they share similar characteristics such as size or bolt pattern. The spoke shapes, offsets, lug nut holes and other features vary considerably from one model to another. Even if two cars have identical wheel

No, an engine will not run if the timing is 180 degrees off. This happens because the spark plugs fire at a certain point in the engine’s rotation, and when the timing is out of sync by 180 degrees, they won’t fire at all. The fuel mixture will be too late or too early to

The colors X and Y are commonly used in electrical wiring to indicate the hot (live or energized) and neutral wire, respectively. The color of the wires may vary depending on the type of system being used, but a standard US residential wiring system will typically use black for X (hot) and white for Y

When the high exhaust temperature light comes on, it is important to take immediate action. First, check for any visible signs of smoke or steam coming from the tailpipe and listen for unusual engine sounds. If there are none, locate the coolant reservoir and ensure that it is filled to its recommended level. Check for

The radiator drain plug is located on the bottom of the radiator. It is usually a small round metal plug that can be unscrewed with a wrench or pliers. In some cases, it may be hidden behind an engine compartment shield or other component in which case you will need to remove any obstructions before