When it comes to Automatic Transmissions it is hard to determine an "average" operating life; this is highly dependent on the make, model, and the stresses, which its user(s) puts it through. However, we do know that most modern automatic…
Your car suspension is equipped with shock and/or strut absorbers to help soften your car ride. The shock & strut absorbers are a major components of the vehicles suspension. Its basic function is to control the spring. Which would otherwise…
Rack-and-pinion steeringis quickly becoming the most common type of steering on cars, small trucks and SUVs. The rack & pinion gearset does two things: It converts the rotational motion of the steering wheel into the linear motion needed to turn…
The bane of owners with "check engine" lights everywhere, the oxygen sensor is a device that can fail with frustrating frequency. The oxygen sensor is a device that measures the oxygen level in the exhaust gases, allowing the engine to…
The differentials is the where the engine power in most cars, makes its last stop before spinning the wheels. The differential has three jobs: To aim the engine power at the wheels, to act as the final gear reduction in…
On manual transmissions, the clutch is a mechanical device, operated by the clutch pedal, which engages and disengages the engine from the transmission so that you can change gears idle without moving, etc. It generally consists of a clutch disc,…
Catalytic Converters work like an air filter in your exhaust system, only this "filtering" is done chemically by taking advantage of the extremely high exhaust temperatures. These can go "bad" if your air-fuel mixture gets way out of whack, acting…
The Axle Shaft is an important component of a modern wheeled vehicle, having to perform one or more of the following functions: driving, braking and steering the car. The main purpose is to transfer the engine power and torque from…