Common Windshield Wiper Problems
Windshield wipers often get little attention until it rains and we actually need them. I remember riding in a public vehicle and suddenly it rained. Initial instinct of the driver is to turn on his wipers because he can barely see the road. But to his dismay, it is moving back and forth but skipping and hopping with annoying sound. So what he did was to manually wipe the windshield with rag every once in a while. Oh I bet you are thinking how I got to my destination safely? Well, I don’t know, too but I am still thankful. So, what could’ve gone wrong with the wipers? Let us enlighten ourselves with different windshield wiper problems. One direction water smear This is common during winter time. But let us say it is summer time and you still see...
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How to Repair Windshield or Mirror Cracks?
Mirror or windshield cracks are common problems when you have a car. Even if you are really extra careful, you will still end up having minor cracks. You might not be the cause most of the time especially when you are just driving and suddenly a rock came off and boom, it hit your windshield. Well it happens, really. But do you know that it should not be a problem nowadays? You can go to the nearest auto shop to fix the problem or (this is a blow) you can do it all yourself! Yes! But don’t forget that I am talking about minor cracks, okay? So, let’s get started. Follow these steps and you can see magic right in front of your eyes. Please bear in mind that you need a windshield repair kit to make all these...
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All about your Radiator.
The Radiator is one of the most important pieces of the car’s cooling system, and it functions to help keep the car from overheating. Have you seen a car on the side of a road with steamy white smoke? Maybe it happened to you as well. But do you know what caused this problem? There is a good chance it occurred because of an overheated engine. A car engine functions through a series of moving parts, this create friction. The friction produces excess heat energy, not to mention the heat from fuel combustion in the engine. A car engine ideally runs between 180 to 210 degrees Fahrenheit, hotter than this and the engine will start to overheat. We want to avoid this scenario, and as long as the car’s radiator is functioning properly, that case will never happen. The...
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DIY Cleaner for the Inside of Car Windshield
Clear windshield inside and out is important to have a good visibility. But sometimes cleaning the inside of your windshield can be a pain in the neck because of streaks and fogs. You will see yourself end up going to auto supply shops and buying instant cleaning materials. Unfortunately, it will just double the work. You will get so annoyed to see streaks are all over after cleaning using these instant cleaning agents. Plus, mostly commercial windshield cleaners contained methanol, a poisonous chemical dangerous to health. Adding the challenge is the angle and the position of dashboard making it really difficult to clean. But do you know that with the right tools, right knowledge and less budget (Yes, affordable!), you can make your own version of cleaning agent? Here’s a DIY windshield cleaner and tips to properly clean the...
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What you Need to know about Coolant Temperature Sensor?
What is a coolant temperature sensor? A coolant temperature sensor (CTS), also known as coolant temperature switch, is an important part of your car. It transmits signals if the engine is overheating or for some reason, the system’s temperature is rising. This device works as a thermistor. When we say thermistor, it is a temperature sensitive resistor. This changes the resistance with the temperature. At a certain temperature, it will automatically turn on to help the engine cool down and assist in warming up. This ensures the engine to operate at the safe temperature to avoid trouble. Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Coolant Temperature Sensor These are a few symptoms to watch out for when you have a bad or failing coolant temperature switch. Laid down are the basic questions for you to consider. 1. Is your vehicle...
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