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Fuel filter location

Fuel filter location

Fuel filters work by collecting impurities and particles in your gasoline or diesel fuel before they enter your engine

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Mechanics Guides & Resources

Reconditioned gearbox price

Reconditioned gearbox price

The major perk of replacing your gearbox with a reconditioned one is the price.

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What is Coolant?

What is Coolant?

A coolant is a fluid that removes excess heat from an area by absorbing the heat and moving it away from the site where it is being generated.

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EGR Valve Cost

EGR Valve Cost

The cost of an EGR valve can depend on the make and model of vehicle it is being installed in, as well as the type of EGR system itself.

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Camshaft Replacement Cost

Camshaft Replacement Cost

The consequences of camshaft failure can range from a simple misfire to full-on engine failure.

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Are Car Batteries 12v?

Are Car Batteries 12v?

The electricity in a 12v car battery is only enough to cause a small electric spark to the engines and power up the accessories and part.

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What is CVT Transmission?

What is CVT Transmission?

CVT transmission is a type of automatic transmission that uses continuously variable gears to change the speed of a car.

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Mechanics Informational Articles

What is a Camshaft?

What is a Camshaft?

A camshaft is like a rod with a carefully shaped pieces that rotates at high speeds and opens and closes valves in engines.

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Gearbox replacement cost Australia

Gearbox replacement cost Australia

Replacing a gearbox is not a simple task - for many with parts on hand it is a full day's work.

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Timing belt replacement cost

Timing belt replacement cost

A car engine can start to stall or fail completely if the timing belt is worn out or broken.

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What are spark plugs?

What are spark plugs?

A spark plug that has become faulty due to its age or any other reason will turn your drive into a nightmare.

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What is Brake Horsepower?

What is Brake Horsepower?

Brake horsepower (bhp) measures the power of an engine, not the amount of power a car will produce.

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Lost Your Car Keys?

Lost Your Car Keys?

If you've ever lost your car keys, you know the panic that sets in.

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Marine Battery vs Car Battery

Marine Battery vs Car Battery

Marine batteries are must withstand a lot of vibration, big temperature changes and a corrosive environment.

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What are Daytime Running Lights?

What are Daytime Running Lights?

Daytime running lights (DRL) are the small lighting elements in the front and back of a vehicle that turn on automatically when you start your car.

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What is an EGR Valve?

What is an EGR Valve?

An EGR valve controls the level of exhaust gas that enters enter the intake manifold. The EGR stands for Exhaust Gas Recirculation.

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What is a fuel filter?

What is a fuel filter?

A fuel filter should be changed from 30-60,000 kilometres for optimal engine health.

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What is a synchromesh gearbox?

What is a synchromesh gearbox?

A synchromesh gearbox ensures a smooth transmission of engine power to the wheels.

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LED vs Halogen Fog Lights

LED vs Halogen Fog Lights

Yellow fog lights provide the best experience because yellow penetrates fog better than white light.

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Driving Lights vs Fog Lights

Driving Lights vs Fog Lights

Driving lights and fog lights both provide high-intensity lighting during night time or low visibility conditions.

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What Colour is Brake Fluid?

What Colour is Brake Fluid?

Brake fluid colour is usually clear or light amber but can also have a dark yellow tint pigmentation.

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LED vs HID Driving Lights

LED vs HID Driving Lights

Driving lights can serve as a supplement for lighting and help you avoid any surprises hidden from view.

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Car Battery vs Deep Cycle Battery

Car Battery vs Deep Cycle Battery

The main difference between deep cycle and car battery is the amount of time they can hold a charge.

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What is ABS in a Car?

What is ABS in a Car?

An Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) in a car monitors traction and ensures effective braking under pressure rather than skidding.

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How to spray two pack paint

How to spray two pack paint

The most important part of applying two pack paint is performing proper mixing before the paint even touches the surface.

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What is a Diesel Particulate Filter?

What is a Diesel Particulate Filter?

A DPF enables diesel vehicles to minimise their harmful exhaust emissions.

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LPG Tank Testing Cost in Australia

LPG Tank Testing Cost in Australia

Many people convert petrol cars to LPG as an alternative fuel source and to reduce emissions.

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What Car Battery Do I Need?

What Car Battery Do I Need?

The car battery is the heart of your vehicles electrical system and acts as a storage tank for electric power.

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How Often to Change Fuel Filter?

How Often to Change Fuel Filter?

Not only is the filter liable for accumulating contaminants, it also sustains the condition of the fuel injectors.

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Is a Car Battery AC or DC?

Is a Car Battery AC or DC?

A car battery is 12 volts - but actually 12.8 to 13.2 volts, given normal operating conditions.

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What Does AEB Mean in a Car?

What Does AEB Mean in a Car?

Autonomous emergency braking is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) and safety technology.

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Blue Slip Cost in New South Wales

Blue Slip Cost in New South Wales

A blue slip is a certificate of roadworthiness for a vehicle in New South Wales (NSW).

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Pink Slip Cost in New South Wales

Pink Slip Cost in New South Wales

A pink slip for a car in New South Wales is a notification that the vehicle has been registered with the state's transport authority.

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What is a Pink Slip for a Car?

What is a Pink Slip for a Car?

A pink slip is not a registration certificate but an important document proving a vehicle has been registered.

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What Does DFI Module Stand For in a Car?

What Does DFI Module Stand For in a Car?

The DFI (Direct Fire Ignition) module is a device that works with your car's computer system.

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