Tag Archives: Brakes

Q & A #41 With The Auto Specialist

Q & A #41 With The Auto Specialist Welcome back to the Auto Specialist. Recently, I drove past a few car dealerships in my area and noticed that the lots were practically empty. That reminded me of the “Cash For Clunkers” deal that was launched earlier in the year. A lot of folks who were [...]

1998 Mazda Protege Front Passenger-side Brake Is Leaking Fluid

1998 Mazda Protege Front Passenger-side Brake Is Leaking Fluid

Q & A #37 With The Auto Specialist Thanks for joining me for the latest installment of the Auto Specialist. Last time, we helped a reader named Jonathan figure out why his Honda Element wouldn’t start (it turned out to be a faulty ignition switch). We also answered Elaine’s question regarding how often she should [...]

Q & A #33 With The Auto Specialist

Q & A #33 With The Auto Specialist Welcome back to the latest edition of the Auto Specialist. Lately, we’ve been covering a lot of great car questions involving nearly every part under the hood. From engines to transmissions to brakes and alternators, we’ve created an impressive library of automotive knowledge. I’d like to encourage [...]

2005 Honda Accord Anti-lock Brake Indicator Light

Q & A #24 With The honda accord specialist One of the most interesting trends I’ve noticed lately is that a growing number of people are keeping their older vehicles on the road rather than buying new ones. Older cars translates into older parts. And that means a greater likelihood of getting stranded as the [...]

Q & A #23 With The Auto Specialist

Q & A #23 With The Auto Specialist We have a couple of great questions to address in this installment of the Auto Specialist. Barry writes in about his Silverado’s overheating engine (and he has obviously done his homework). And Stacey writes in about her Honda Element’s transmission. If this is your first time reading [...]

Q & A #22 With The Auto Specialist

Q & A #22 With The Auto Specialist If this is your first time reading my Auto Specialist column, welcome. Our purpose here is to help readers figure out what is happening under the hood of their vehicles. After all, car parts don’t last forever. The older they get, the more likely they are to [...]

Q & A #18 With The Auto Specialist

Q & A #18 With The Auto Specialist With the economy putting a lot of people on notice about their jobs, more drivers than ever seem willing to keep their older cars on the road. Good decision. New vehicles are expensive. However, the other side of the coin is that auto parts which have suffered [...]

Q & A #13 With The Auto Specialist

Q & A #13 With The Auto Specialist If you’re a regular reader, welcome back. If you’re joining for the first time, you’re in for a treat. This column is devoted to helping readers solve their car problems. Sometimes, the issues are easy to diagnose and fix. Other times, a trip to a mechanic will [...]

Q & A #8 With The Auto Specialist

Q & A #8 With The Auto Specialist Regular readers of my Auto Specialist column will remember that we discussed car engine problems in the last segment. I also promised to address a reader’s problem that he’s experiencing with his vehicle’s brakes (they’re squealing even though they’re new). In today’s segment, we’ll address the gentleman’s [...]

Q & A #7 With The Auto Specialist

Q & A #7 With The Auto Specialist It’s time for another installment of the Auto Specialist. From the emails I’ve received recently, there seems to be a lot of confusion among drivers about how car engines work. Specifically, some of you have questions regarding why they stall and what factors can cause a loss [...]