In the meantime, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the tell-tale signs that you may be low on transmission fluid. Noises. Burning Smell. Transmission Leaks. Slipping Gears. Slow Gear Engagement. Vehicle Accelerates Poorly. Check Engine or Transmission Warning Light Is On. What happens when transmission fluid is low? Read more…
The strings flow from the tailpiece and break over the floating bridge at an angle, then plummet down a pitched-back neck toward the nut and tuning machines. In theory, the downward force exerted on the bridge keeps the strings in place while the bridge freely rocks back and forth with Read more…
Even for seasoned DIY car owners, replacing the transmission fluid in a sealed transmission is not something you want to attempt. A minor mistake could lead to major costs, or worse, permanent damage to your vehicle. You may also risk voiding any warranty you have by attempting to service the Read more…
The transmission can be easily reset by leaving your battery disconnected for some time. Like many other parts of your vehicle, the battery and the transmission work together in keeping the vehicle powered and moving. How do you do a transmission reset? After turning on the car, you must shift Read more…
If you use 5w30 oil instead of 5w20 when it is not recommended or approved by your owner’s manual, it can void your car’s powertrain warranty, reduce engine efficiency, and possibly even damage your engine in the long run. Hopefully, this helps! Can I run 5w30 instead of 5w20? Yes. Read more…
If you’re going to go drifting, you’ll need the right car for the job. You’ll need rear-wheel-drive, low weight and plenty of power to get sideways on a skid pan. Our pick of the best cars for drifting are: Toyota GR86. Mazda MX-5. BMW M3 Competition. Nissan 350Z. Alpine A110. Read more…
266.9/423.9 mi. 15.7 gal. How many gallons of gas can a 2003 Mustang hold? Used 2003 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Premuim Specs & Features Fuel & MPG EPA city/highway MPG 15/23 MPG EPA combined MPG 18 MPG Range in miles (city/hwy) 235.5/361.1 mi. Fuel tank capacity 15.7 gal. How big Read more…
There are a variety of reasons that a vehicle can overheat, such as cooling system leaks, blocked hoses from corrosion and mineral deposits, radiator issues or broken water pumps. Regular inspections may help avoid overheating issues down the road. Come in today for a consultation on your coolant/antifreeze fluid. What Read more…
Steam (often looking like smoke) coming from the front of the vehicle under the hood. The engine temperature gauge in the dashboard or driver console spiking to “H” or moving into the red area of the gauge. Strange smells or odors emanating from the front of the car, particularly near Read more…
15.7 gal.. How many gallons does a V6 hold? Fuel & MPG Fuel tank capacity 15.7 gal. Fuel type Regular unleaded How much gas does a V6 take? For most vehicles with a V6 engine, expect a range between 17 MPG and 30 MPG depending if it is driven in Read more…