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Engine Overheating Is your engine overheating? Most engines are designed to operate within a "normal" temperature range of about 195 to 220 degrees F. A relatively constant operating temperature is essential for proper emissions control, good fuel economy and performance. But problems can arise that cause the engine to run hotter than normal, resulting in engine overheating. Your engine's cooling system is filled with a 50/50 mixture of water and ethylene glycol antifreeze. The coolant will boil at 225 degrees unless it is held under pressure by the radiator cap. A 15 PSI radiator cap will increase the boiling temperature of a 50/50 coolant blend up to 265 degrees F. If the concentration of antifreeze to water is upped to 70/30 (the maximum recommended), the boiling temperature with a 15 psi radiator cap goes up to 276 degrees. So obviously the radiator cap plays a significant role in preventing the coolant from boiling and the engine from o

Engine Failure Tracking Down The Causes of Engine Failure, An engine failure is always bad news. Besides taking away your wheels, it forces you to make a painful financial decision. If the cost to repair, overhaul or replace the engine is more than the resale value of your car or truck, the investment may not be worth it. But if your vehicle is in good condition otherwise, repairing or replacing the engine may be less expense than trading for another used vehicle (always a gamble), or taking on payments for a new car or truck. Assuming you have gotten past the initial trauma and has decided in favor of fixing the engine, you have to figure out why the engine failed so the repaired engine (or replacement engine) won't suffer the same fate. A good place to start your postmortem is to review the circumstances that preceded the failure. Sometimes failures occur unexpectedly. One minute the engine is running fine and your keeping up with traffic, and the ne

Engine Oil Leaks Copyright AA1Car.com Engine oil leaks should not be ignored. Oil leaks can leave greasy ugly stains on your driveway. But the real danger is potential engine damage or failure if your engine runs low on oil. Oil leaking at the back of the engine may also cause the clutch to slip if your vehicle has a manual stick shift transmission. Oil can also produce blue smoke and unpleasant odors if it drips onto a hot exhaust manifold or exhaust pipe. The first sign of trouble is usually drips or stains under your vehicle after it has been parked overnight. If the color of the liquid is dark brown or yellow, and it feels slippery or greasy, it is probably motor oil. A pink or red slippery liquid would most likely be automatic transmission fluid, while green or orange liquid with a sweet smell would most likely be antifreeze. A clear, oily liquid would probably be power steering fluid. If you suspect an oil leak, check the oil level on the dipstick

Memorial Day gas prices will be the lowest in over a decade   Erin Marquis Gas prices may be on the rise right now, but Americans still have reason to celebrate this Memorial Day weekend. AAA reports the current national average is $2.28 per gallon. Prices have increased every day for the last 12 days in a row leading to the highest fuel prices Americans have seen all year. Despite the extra pinch drivers are experiencing this month, 2016 is still set to have the lowest Memorial Day weekend fuel prices since 2005. AAA predicts the lower gas prices will lead to an increase of summer road trippers this holiday weekend, and in the coming months. Memorial Day is traditionally the start of road trip season, and as many as 34 million Americans plan to hit the road this weekend. It's not all sunshine and cheap gas on the open road, however. Drivers are worried about the state of American infrastructure, and the incre

How often do you have to change oil Oil changes: You may know that they are important for your car's overall health. You may even take your car into the local dealership or repair shop for regular oil changes thanks to the nifty reminder sticker on your windshield. But, have you ever asked yourself how important is that little number on your oil change sticker? Before delaying your impending oil change another week, it's important to learn why oil is important to the health of your car. Why oil changes are important Motor oil is vital to the health of your vehicle and keeps your car engine running smoothly. Not only does it lubricate your engine's moving parts, it helps prevent your car from overheating by reducing friction and removing heat. The oil can also act as a barrier of sorts, suspending dirt and other particles so they don't damage your car engine's internal parts. Heat from your car's engine breaks down protective compo

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