Be
alert for these brake problem warning signs:
- Low brake pedal
- Squealing or grinding
noises
- Car pulls left or right
when brakes applied
- Brake pedal feels spongy
- Parking brake sticks
- Pulsing sensation when
braking
Be
alert for these warning signs of tire, alignment, shock, and strut issues:
- Thumping sound
often means a tire coming apart or poor wheel balance
- Sidewall bruises
from scraping against a curb or other object may indicate tire damage
- Squealing on
curves at normal speed may mean poor alignment or improper inflation
Be
alert for these exaust problem warning signs:
- Rattling (usually
caused by loose brakets, loose heat shields or missing bolts)
- Louder than normal
exaust noise (rust has corroded through pipe or muffler)
- Smell of exhaust
fumes in car (may mean a hole in pipe, catalytic converter or muffler)
Be
alert for these automatic transmission related issues:
- "Jumping"
into geat once drive is engaged
- Hesitation or
inability of transmission to engage next geatr as speed increases
during transit
- Abnormal sound
eminating from transmission
Be
alert for these warning signs indication clogged fuel injectors/fuel
rail system issues:
- Vehicle stalls,
hesitates, runs rough
- Not as responsive
to throttle as usual
- Poor fuel economy
- Vehicle appears
to need a "tune up"
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