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Internal Combustion Engine

An internal combustion engine is a common style of engine that uses timed explosions of a gasoline/air mixture to create the driving force. The engine consists of pistons, cylinders, and a crankshaft

Irregular Tire Wear

During normal driving, tires are designed to wear out evenly. Irregular tire wear, such as cupping or chopping, can cause noise like grinding or rubbing while driving.

Leak in the cooling system

A leak in the cooling system can create some serious problems. The cooling system circulates coolant through the engine to absorb heat and keep the engine within a specific temperature range. It also

Leaking heater core

A leaking heater core will reduce the level of coolant and hinder heater operation. It can also pass small amount of coolant into the interior of the vehicle.

Loose exhaust parts

A loose part in the exhaust system can cause a rattling noise while driving. The motion of the car over bumps and around corners can accentuate a rattling sound by giving the loose parts more momentum

Loose or dry brake hardware

If certain brake parts can become loose or lack lubrication, the brakes may squeek when applied..

Loose or worn steering component

If a steering component, such as a ball joint attached to a steering knuckle, is worn or loose, the vehicle may experience shaking or be pulled to one side. It can also create difficulty in steering,

Loose or worn suspension component

The suspension system is designed to cushion the vehicle from the impact of the road. If a component, such as a shock absorber, is worn or loose, the suspension system will lose its effectiveness.

Loosely connected turn signal bulbs

The bulbs of the turn signals need to make proper contact with the sockets in order function. If the bulbs are loose in the sockets, they will not function properly. They may work at some points but n

Low cut off switch broken