Tag Archives: Water pump

Q & A #43 With The Auto Specialist

Q & A #43 With The Auto Specialist Welcome back to the Auto Specialist. We have a new round of car problems that I’ll help diagnose for readers. However, before we get started, I’d like to mention something. Last week, I was speaking to a family friend about his car. He had mentioned that his [...]

Honda Accord Timing Belt Costs To Fix?

Honda Accord Timing Belt Costs To Fix?

Last time, we helped Charlotte decide whether she should save a few dollars with a rebuilt alternator or invest in an OEM unit. We also answered a question from Brian regarding his engine’s spark knock. Today, I’ll answer a question from a reader named Jason regarding how auto repair shops fix their rates. We’ll also [...]

Should I Really Avoid Getting The Water Pump At The Salvage Yard

Should I Really Avoid Getting The Water Pump At The Salvage Yard

In today’s segment, I’m going to answer a question that I received from a reader named Jack. His question addresses something I feel very strongly about. It’s important to revisit this topic. Let’s get started. Question: I drive a 2000 Oldsmobile Alero with the mileage at 107,500. It has been giving me problems, so I [...]

2001 Mitsubishi Galant Backfiring – Fuel Pump Problems?

2001 Mitsubishi Galant Backfiring – Fuel Pump Problems?

Q & A #40 With The Auto Specialist Welcome back to the latest installment of the Auto Specialist. We’ve been dedicating time with this regular column to answer readers’ questions about the problems they’re having with their vehicles. If you’re experiencing any issues with your car, truck, or SUV, there’s a good chance we’ve already [...]

Chrysler Sebring Alternator Replacement

Chrysler Sebring Alternator Replacement

Q & A #39 With The Auto Specialist Thanks for joining me for another installment of the Auto Specialist. This past weekend, I spent a little time going through the archives of this ongoing column. I was amazed by the breadth of automotive problems we’ve covered. So, if you have free time and want to [...]

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 #25 With The Auto Specialist

Q & A #25 With The Auto Specialist Welcome back to the Auto Specialist. In today’s installment, I’m going to respond to a reader’s question about a noisy fan belt in a car he’s thinking about buying. We’re also going to take a look at a misfire problem that a reader is experiencing. Before we [...]

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 #20 With The Auto Specialist

Q & A #20 With The Auto Specialist Welcome back to the latest segment of the Auto Specialist. You might remember from the last installment that we helped a reader diagnose her car’s pinging issue. We also tried to figure out why clouds of white smoke were coming out of another reader’s exhaust. I’d like [...]

Car Q & A #2 With The Auto Specialist

Car Q & A #2 With The Auto Specialist Welcome back to the “Q & A” Log. This is a new column that I’ve started in order to answer common car problems that you might be experiencing. The questions that I’m addressing in this ongoing segment come primarily from emails and conversations I’ve had with [...]