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Constant Velocity Joints
Constant velocity joints, or CV joints, are joints that allow a rotating shaft to transmit power through a variable angle. They are found mostly on front wheel drive and all wheel drive cars. The jo
created: Mar 20, 2010 - last edited: Mar 20, 2010 - category: Suspension and SteeringControl Arm
Control arms are elements of the suspension system mounted on the frame that support the ball joint and steering knuckles.
created: Mar 20, 2010 - last edited: Mar 20, 2010 - category: Suspension and SteeringCoolant
Coolant, also referred to as anti-freeze or antifreeze, is a liquid that assists in preventing engines from overheating. It is comprised of ethylene glycol, mixed with water. It circulates through the
created: Mar 3, 2009 - last edited: Dec 8, 2010 - category: CoolingCoolant drops below the safe range the engine needs to operate
The engine requires a certain amount of coolant for proper operation. If the coolant level is insufficient, the engine may overheat as not enough coolant is circulating to cool it. Some vehicles have
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Jun 10, 2010 - category: CoolingCoolant in intake
Coolant in the intake can mix with the fuel and air, enter the combustion chamber, and be ignited. This will produce a white smoke out of the exhaust. It will also reduce the overall coolant level and
created: Aug 21, 2008 - last edited: Jan 16, 2011 - category: EngineCoolant is at the borderline to set the sensor
Coolant level is just below the sensor borderline. As the engine heats up, the coolant expands, turning off a low coolant warning light. When it cools the coolant contracts allowing it to drop below t
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Dec 10, 2010 - category: CoolingCoolant Recovery Tank
The coolant recovery tank, also called an overflow reservoir, is a tank that allows the coolant to expand without being forced out of the radiator. The tank can also ensure that the radiator is always
created: Aug 25, 2010 - last edited: Dec 6, 2010 - category: CoolingCoolant spilled out of radiator
An overheated engine will spew coolant from the radiator or overflow cap. The coolant expands as the engine heats up. If the pressure cap is loose or damaged, coolant can leak out of it. The leak may
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Jun 10, 2010 - category: CoolingCooling System Flush
A cooling system flush is a maintenance procedure in which the coolant is removed and water is circulated through the cooling system. The water cleanses the system of rust and dirt. Backflushing r
created: May 3, 2010 - last edited: May 3, 2010 - category: CoolingCracked cylinder head or block
A cracked cylinder head or engine block will cause a loss of compression and may allow various fluids, such as coolant, to leak in and out of various engine parts.
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Jun 18, 2010 - category: Engine
