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What are the seven causes of low oil pressure?
Low oil pressure in your car’s engine can be caused by an oil leak, a blocked oil filter, using the wrong viscosity oil, or a faulty oil pump. Whatever the cause, you shouldn’t drive your car far if the low oil pressure light is on. Oil is essential for keeping the engine lubricated and a lack of oil will cause irreversible damage and can cause components like turbos to fail very quickly. 7...
How to Reduce High Beam Glare When Driving at Night?
Our vision changes drastically at night; we lose much of our depth perception, our ability to see colors and our peripheral vision. And our vision is further impacted by the glare of oncoming traffic after dusk. Glare is any light source that impairs our vision, such as other drivers’ headlights. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has received an increasing number of...
How Can You Judge Whether The Problem Is Due To Alternator And Not Due To Battery?
Almost all of us have experienced the problem where either your car battery or alternator just conks out, and you can’t make out which one to replace. It’s not easy finding out exactly which part of your car is giving you the trouble, but here are a few tips by which you can find out whether you have car battery problems or alternator problems. If your vehicle won’t start, it’s usually caused by...
What Causes Cracks Around The Bends Of The Hoses In A Car?
A belt or hose failure can cause an overheated engine, loss of power steering, and loss of the electrical charging system. If a hose leaks coolant or the belt turning the water pump snaps, the cooling system is inoperable. If the engine overheats, it can suffer serious internal damage that requires expensive repairs and can ruin a summer vacation. Overheating can occur anytime, but usually...
Why Is There Noise When Turning My Steering Wheel?
At The German Auto Doctor, there are a few questions we receive more than others. Many of them have to do with common noises that come from our customer’s cars. From squeaking brakes to ticking engines, we’ve heard it all (no pun intended). Today we’ll be talking about noises you hear when turning, their most likely causes, and what to do about it. When you make a turn in your car, you really...
Why Does My Car Only Leak Oil When Parked?
When someone reverses out of their garage and sees a stain, one of the first questions they ask is, “Why is my car leaking oil when parked?” This question is then quickly followed up by others, including, “Can you drive a car with an oil leak?” and even, “Wait, is that oil? “ If you’ve noticed your car leaking oil when parked, call Colony One Auto Repair today. We’ll answer your questions and...
Reasons Your Brake Lights Work Even When Your Taillights Don’t
Car troubles are something we all must encounter at some point or another. Sometimes these can be minor problems, while other times, they can cost you a pretty penny. So, it’s wise to keep an eye on issues your car is having before it becomes too big. The headlights and taillights are ones you should keep an eye on. Many of you might wonder why my brake lights work, but my taillights...
What Is Checked During Auto Inspection?
You know that your annual state inspection is necessary to keep your car legal and safe on the road, but do you know what’s checked during the inspection? An inspection involves 4 main sections: Vehicle and Driver Information Exterior Interior Engine Check Vehicle and Driver Information Before your car’s physical inspection begins, the mechanic will check your title, registration, and proof of...
Why Are Oil Changes So Important?
In Simi Valley, California, one of the most essential aspects of vehicle maintenance is the regular oil change. Ensuring that your engine’s moving parts are properly lubricated is crucial to avoid damage and extend the life of your vehicle. Over time, engine oil breaks down and becomes contaminated with dust, dirt, and debris, compromising its ability to do its job effectively. An oil change in...
How To Make A Double Flare Brake Line
The main problem with the standard double flaring tool is that the die is not centered when it sits on the top of the end of the brake line and there is a much greater chance for error than for success. You can see in this picture that the die is not square with the surface of the tool and the yoke does not help much in the centering and squaring of the die. You need a good eye and a lot of...
