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Bearing
A bearing is a device found between two or more moving parts, sometimes cushioned and lubricated in oil, that absorb and dampen friction between the parts.
created: Mar 3, 2010 - last edited: Mar 3, 2010 - category: OtherBent axle
A bent axle can cause a wheel to wobble. This may create a side to side motion at low speeds and vibration at high speeds.
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Nov 13, 2010 - category: Axles and DrivetrainBent Driveshaft
A bent driveshaft can cause vibrations and, depending on the degree of bend, may damage the u-joints.
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: May 29, 2010 - category: Axles and DrivetrainBent dust plate or backing plate
Behind rotors/drums are shields that can be bent in a number of different ways. There is a certain bend that each should have. If the bend becomes greater that it should be, a squeak may come from the
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Oct 30, 2010 - category: BrakesBent exhaust pipe
A bent exhaust pipe will distort the flow of exhaust gases. The gases can build a back pressure and begin to flow back into the combustion chamber. The closer the bend is to the exhaust manifold, the
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Jul 7, 2010 - category: ExhaustBent frame suspension parts
A bend in frame suspension parts can create a distortion of pressure on the wheels. One wheel may bear more of the vehicle's weight than the others. This can cause vibration, rapid tire wear, and drif
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Jul 4, 2010 - category: Suspension and SteeringBent wheel rim
A bent wheel rim can cause vibration at certain speeds depending on the amount it is bent. An impact or collision is the likely cause of a wheel being bent.
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: May 30, 2010 - category: Wheels and TiresBinding brake linkage
Parts of the linkage can bind together through normal wear, or damage to a part. This will affect the functions of the braking system.
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Nov 13, 2010 - category: BrakesBleeding
Bleeding refers to the act of removing air bubbles from a liquid such as brake fluid or fuel. This can be referred to as "bleeding your brakes".
created: Mar 3, 2010 - last edited: Mar 3, 2010 - category: OtherBlock Heater
A block heater is a device that heats the engine to help ignition in cold temperature.
created: Mar 3, 2010 - last edited: Mar 3, 2010 - category: Other
