Ron Coddington, Author at CarTreatments.com

4 Different Types of Superchargers (and How They Work)

Ron Coddington — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 15:43:21 +0000

Internal combustion engines, as you are well aware, need fuel and air to run. The fuel is stored in the fuel tank and must be regularly replenished. The air is abundantly provided by the atmosphere around us and comes to ... Read more

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6 Symptoms of a Warped Brake Rotor (and What Causes It)

Ron Coddington — Fri, 26 Aug 2022 16:53:24 +0000

Let’s clarify our terminology right from the start. The term “warped brake rotor” is somewhat misleading. Warping would be a change in the geometric shape of a rotor. Brake rotors do not change shape; they do not geometrically warp. Here’s ... Read more

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3 Symptoms of a Bad Sway Bar or Link (and Replacement Cost)

Ron Coddington — Mon, 15 Aug 2022 17:21:08 +0000

In this article we will explain the function of the sway bar (or bars) on your car or light truck. Other terms you may have heard for this part include stabilizer bar, anti-sway bar or anti-roll bar. All of these ... Read more

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U0073 Code (Symptoms, Causes and How to Fix)

Ron Coddington — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 16:38:23 +0000

U0073 is a generic diagnostic code that will be set by the OBD2 diagnostic system in your automobile or light truck for specific types of CAN-bus System malfunctions. CAN which stands for Controller Area Network is the standard computer network ... Read more

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What is an Oil Catch Can? (And Do I Need One?)

Ron Coddington — Wed, 20 Jul 2022 15:02:14 +0000

Car enthusiasts have a number of qualities in common. They tend to be DIY people. They appreciate well-maintained automobiles. They generally favor high performance engines and/or spirited handling. And they often add aftermarket options to their cars. The oil catch ... Read more

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4 Symptoms of a Bad CV Axle (Half Shaft)

Ron Coddington — Fri, 27 May 2022 16:26:45 +0000

All automobiles and trucks incorporate a method to deliver power from the engine to the wheels. This method for the majority of modern passenger vehicles (excluding most two wheel drive pickup trucks) involves the use of two or more constant ... Read more

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Why is There Oil in My Intake Manifold (or Throttle Body)?

Ron Coddington — Tue, 22 Mar 2022 16:59:32 +0000

This article will discuss engines installed in automobiles sold in the United States since 1961. Engines built since that year will include a positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system, developed to help reduce engine emissions under regulations placed in effect at ... Read more

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P0125 Code (Symptoms, Causes and How to Fix)

Ron Coddington — Mon, 07 Feb 2022 18:58:14 +0000

Few things can be more frustrating than having the dreaded Check Engine Light (CEL) illuminate in your dash. While it’s true that many causes of a lit CEL are relatively minor in nature, you don’t want to take any chances ... Read more

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Should You Check Oil When the Engine is Hot or Cold?

Ron Coddington — Thu, 06 Jan 2022 16:08:57 +0000

If you’ve owned a car for even a short length of time, you should be aware that the engine oil level must be periodically checked. That’s because most gasoline and diesel engines slowly consume (or leak) their lubricating oil. Even ... Read more

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6 Reasons Your Car A/C Smells Bad (and What to Do About It)

Ron Coddington — Mon, 27 Dec 2021 17:20:04 +0000

There are two seasons in the life of your car, truck, or SUV where the interior can smell bad. The first may occur following several years of smell-free ownership. The second may take place immediately following purchase if you have ... Read more

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