A 2005 to 2010 Chrysler 300C with problems like the power windows not working is common for this 8th generation of models. Here’s the top 5 most common issues may run into and their fixes. Top 5 Most Common Problems with the 8th Generation Chrysler 300C, Years 2005 to 2010 1. Power Windows Not Working Symptoms of Power Windows Not Working Power window switch doesn’t move the window Causes of Power Windows Not Working The window might not move in the 8th gen Chrysler 300C but the window motor in the door could make a noise. Problems with the window switch could be from a bad window motor ..read more

A 2005 to 2010 Dodge Dakota with problems like squeaking from the front end is common. Here’s the top 5 problems owners may find with the 3rd generation Dakota. Common 3rd Gen Dodge Dakota Problems: Years 2005 to 2010 1. Worn Upper Ball Joints Symptoms of a Bad Upper Ball Joint Tires wearing out, like feathering or chopping Clunking when driving over bumps Causes of Worn Upper Ball Joints Upper ball joint with a torn boot The upper ball joints on the 2005 to 2010 Dodge Dakota are known to wear. This can cause an issue with the truck’s alignment, which can feather or chop the tires. How to ..read more

While there’s nothing generally wrong with the 1st gen Mazda CX-9, all models have their own common issues. Here’s the most common problems with the Mazda CX-9, years 2007 to 2015. Common 1st Generation Mazda CX-9 Problems: Model Years 2007 to 2015 1. Front End Squeaking Symptoms of Bad Strut Bushings Squeaking from the front of the 1st gen Mazda CX-9 that can be heard from underneath the dash and/or the bumper. Squeaking from the front when driving over bumps Causes of Bad Strut Bushings Bad strut bushings are a common cause of a squeaking noise from the front on the 1st gen CX-9. How to ..read more

If you have a catalytic converter that was stolen or is broken, this catalytic converter kit featured in the video below is an easy replacement part that fits directly and won’t require welding. This means you can do a DIY catalytic converter repair, save money, and possibly have a better install than with a professional. DIY Catalytic Converter Kit & Repair for Damaged or Stolen Catalytic Converters What Happens When a Catalytic Converter Is Stolen? Usually, the catalytic converter is stolen with a reciprocating saw. This can damage parts like the oxygen (O2) sensor and leave you with a ..read more

An oil leak at the top of the engine, along the sides, or making a puddle under your car are signs that the oil filter housing could be leaking. To see if your car or truck’s oil filter housing has a leak, check out these tips and instructions to fix it yourself and learn more about diagnosing oil leaks with this article and video. How to Fix an Oil Filter Housing That Has a Leak If your oil filter housing is leaking oil, here’s how to fix it. Steps to inspect an oil filter housing leaking oil Check the Oil Level A low oil level is one sign of an oil leak. General Steps to Check the Engi ..read more

If you have a rough running engine or one of these other symptoms of a bad MAF sensor shown in this video, follow these steps to inspect the mass air flow sensor. Symptoms of a Bad Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor If the MAF sensor is dirty or damaged, it won’t send accurate readings to the computer. Not replacing a damaged MAF sensor can cause problems with other parts like the catalytic converter. Symptoms of a bad MAF sensor include: Decrease in fuel economy Check engine light for a related code, like P0101 to P0104 Problems starting the vehicle, like a no-start condition, cranking but no sta ..read more

If your windshield keeps fogging up or you have a sweet smell from your car vents, there might be a problem with the heater core. Follow these tips to find out why this happens and how you can fix and prevent a foggy windshield or sweet smell in your car. Diagnose & Fix: Windshield Keeps Fogging Up and/or Sweet Smell from the Car Vents How a Heater Core Can Cause a Windshield to Keep Fogging or a Sweet Smell in Your Car Heater core It’s common for a bad heater core to cause problems like the windshield fogging up. The heater core connects to two hoses through the firewall so hot coolant ..read more

You might be driving around and notice the dash turns on the airbag light, meaning it’s time to diagnose the airbag system. If the airbag light is on in your GM vehicle, find out a common cause of this problem and how to fix it yourself with these tips. Meaning of the Airbag Light On If the airbag light is on in your vehicle, this means the airbag may not deploy during a collision. If you own a GM vehicle with this problem, the air bag light is commonly on because of a problem with an airbag sensor. How to Diagnose an Airbag Light on a GM Vehicle You may have a message on your dash, like b ..read more

If your car heat is blowing cold air when you try to turn it on, there might be an issue with the vent door or the blend door actuator. Find out how this can cause this problem, how to fix it, and other parts that can leave your car blowing cold air when you turn on the heat with these tips in this video from our expert mechanic Andy. Car Parts That Can Cause the Heat to Be Blowing Cold Air Maybe the heat in your car is only blowing hot on one side and cold on the other or it’s not working when turned on. You might also hear a clicking noise from behind the dash vents when you try to turn o ..read more

This post and video reviews the top 5 most common Ford Escape issues of the 2nd generation, years 2008 to 2012. Learn the typical problems owners are known to have with the 2008 to 2012 Ford Escape and their fixes with these tips. Top 5 Most Common Problems with the 2nd Gen 2008 to 2012 Ford Escape 1. Bad Ignition Coils Symptoms of Bad Ignition Coils Rough running engine and misfires Flashing check engine light for a P0300 misfire code How to Fix Issues with the Ignition Coils on the 2nd Gen Ford Escape There are three ignition coils at the front and back of the V6 engine in the 2nd gen F ..read more