Car Overheats When AC Is On

Car Overheats When AC is On: Cause & Solution (2023 Updated)

A car overheating on a blazing hot day is a tad common. But have you experienced your car overheating when you turn the AC on? Aren’t air conditioners designed to cool the temperature down?  Let’s learn more about the relation of your car engine to the air conditioner. And find out why the car overheats …

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RPM Going Up and Down At Idle

RPM Going Up and Down at Idle: Causes & Solution (2023)

Have you experienced seeing your RPM going up and down without your foot on the gas pedal? You can feel the fear rising, especially if you are on a freeway. What causes the RPM going up and down at idle and how to deal with rough idle RPM? Let us learn more about sudden changes …

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is straight piping your car bad

Does Straight Pipe Hurt Your Engine? (Explained)

Nowadays it is common for most vehicle owners to remove catalytic converters and put on a straight pipe and if you do, is it bad for your engine? Straight pipes have been around a while and they are becoming more popular among car owners. However, some people claim that running straight pipes can damage the …

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can you drive with MAF sensor unplugged

Driving with a Mass Air Flow Sensor Unplugged (Possible?)

Mass air flow sensor (MAF) is important in car’s emissions system. The detector sends voltage to ECU, which manages fuel injection and ignition timing. When MAF sensor is unplugged, ECU will not know the amount of airflow entering the vehicle with any accuracy. This leads to fuel economy issues and power loss in vehicles. In …

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thumb noise at the rear of the vehicle

Thump Sound from Rear of the Car (Possible Causes)

If you are hearing a thumping sound from the rear and under the car when driving you are not alone. This is one of the most common noises coming from under a vehicle. Fortunately in this article, we will focus on the actual cause of this noise and how to eliminate it. It should be …

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