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Depending on what type of ignition system your vehicle has, it may require a distributor cap. Most vehicles use either a distributor or a set of coil packs. While coil packs have become more popular, … Read More...

1If your vehicle's engine has suffered catastrophic damage, you might be wondering whether a rebuilt engine is a smart choice. Engines don't last forever. Even when regularly serviced, they can fail. … Read More...

A water pump is a vital part of a vehicle. Unless your vehicle has an air-cooled engine, which are quite rare, it's probably equipped with a water pump. Nearly all liquid-cooled engines require a wate … Read More...

Pistons are an essential component of all combustion-powered automotive engines. Most vehicles have a single piston per engine cylinder. If you drive a four-cylinder vehicle, for instance, it will pro … Read More...

When filling up your vehicle at the pump, you may notice a number on the nozzle. Most gas stations have several nozzles at each pump. Aside from the diesel nozzle, each of these nozzles will likely fe … Read More...

Brake pads don't last forever. Research shows that most brake pads have a usable life of about 30,000 to 50,000 miles. Failure to replace a set of worn brake pads, of course, can lead to rotor damage. … Read More...