Reading Auto Repair

It may look like it is a simple thing to start your car, but it is a complex series of events that happen to pump up the pistons. You have to turn the key to get the electrical system up to create a way for electricity to run. However, if the ignition fails, the vehicle will not start. There are several signs that can help you know if your vehicle is headed for ignition failure. However, some symptoms of this problem can indicate other problems as well. In any case, if you see any of these signs go to an auto repair shop and let a mechanic do a proper diagnosis. CAUSES OF IGNITION FAILURE AND THEIR REMEDIES 1. FAULTY ALTERNATOR This is a device driven by a belt, which charges the vehicle’s battery and creates a spark in the engine. When the alternator is not working, it stops to power the battery. The battery will then be tasked with powering accessories normally charged by the alternator leading to draining of the battery power. Once the battery is drained, your car will not st ... read more

A water pump is a crucial component of every vehicle that supplies liquids from the radiator to the engine. In other words, it maintains the right temperature of the engine. As such, the problems that result from a bad water pump are eminent and can damage your car engine. For this reason, car owners should understand the signs and dangers of driving with a bad water pump. SIGNS OF A BAD WATER PUMP When the coiling system of the car is not working effectively, the car engine will suddenly start overheating. Below are signs of a bad water pump. ENGINE OVERHEATING When the car engine overheats, the radiator is not working as expected. The water pump is not allowing the engine to cool thus causing the engine to overheat. STEAM OR SMOKE COMING OUT OF THE RADIATOR If you find smoke or steam gushing from the radiator, stop the car. This happens when the damaged engine near the fan of the pump has failed. Call the experts when this occurs. Do not restart the car because this will cause sever ... read more