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Rotor or drum surfaces are uneven

If the friction surface of a brake drum or rotor is uneven, when the brakes are applied the brakes may squeak.

Running Lean

When the proportion of fuel in the fuel/air mixture is reduced, the engine is said to be running lean. The engine is not receiving enough fuel for proper combustion. This will result in diminished pe

Seat slide unit is stripped

Seats are designs to slide and lock in place to allow for easy adjustment. The seat slide unit has teeth that catch the seat and prevent it from moving. If these teeth wear down, the seat can slide fr

Seatbelt buckle has a foreign object lodged in it

If the seatbelt buckle has a foreign object lodged in it, it may prevent the latch from connecting with the buckle. It can also create a situation where the seatbelt can disconnect during driving.

Seatbelt buckle is damaged

A damaged seatbelt buckle may prevent the seatbelt from staying buckled, or prevent it from being buckled in the first place. The buckle has two parts, a solid metal part that is inserted(the latc

Seized piston in a brake caliper

Brake calipers are activated by a piston to clamp the disc. If the piston is seized, the caliper may remain clamped on the disc, or will not be activated when the brakes are applied.

Seized wheel cylinder

A seized wheel cylinder can create problems with braking. Wheel cylinders are used in drum brakes to push the shoe against the drum. If the wheel cylinder is seized, depending on its position, it will

Shift linkage is stuck

Shock Absorber

A shock absorber is a hydraulic mechanism used to dampen road impacts as part of the suspension system. Without shock absorbers, going over a bumpy road would result in a very shaky and unpleasant ri

Short in battery wiring

A defect in the battery wiring can prevent it from recharging. The battery is connected to the alternator, which recharges it as the engine runs. If the wires that lead to the battery are defective, t