When you hear a high-pitched squealing coming from under the hood of your car or truck, a slipping belt – signaling that it is worn and ready to be replaced – is the usual suspect. Before the belt in question breaks and leaves you stranded, replace it with a new one.
Many of today’s handy men and women are doing a great deal of their own work on their vehicles. When you have the skills, why would you not? A great parts shop can be a huge help with the learning curve when you start and can give you all the parts and even much of the advice you’d need.
Reusing is one of the great ways to help cut down on waste and help the environment. When you install replacement auto parts that have been salvaged, you're reusing those parts instead of having them take up more space in a landfill.
When the oxygen sensor in your car’s engine fails, it can reduce mileage by over thirty percent. Oxygen sensors can be damaged by gas with a high ethanol content or by leaking or burning oil. When it goes, replace it with a new one.
The smell of burning rubber coming from your car is not always the result of peeling out. It is also a sign that some of the engine’s or accessory belts are loose, worn out, or have failed. It could also mean that a hose is damaged, and a replacement is needed.
The serpentine transfers power from your engine to other accessories, including the alternator for electrical components. If your accessories are having problems with their performance, then it could be a result of worn belts that need replacing, even if it's only a 5% loss of material.