Engine repairs, rebuilds, timing belts, and engine diagnostics
# Hyundai Elantra Engine Stalling: No Check Engine Light? Discover the Surprising Culprit!
Hey, Flat Rate Mechanic here again. So we’ve got a red Hyundai Elantra in the shop today that’s been giving its owner some serious headaches. The thing keeps stalling out randomly, and here’s the kicker – no…
So you’ve got that annoying check engine light staring at you in your Jeep Grand Cherokee, and when you scanned it, you got a P0128 code – coolant temperature below regulated temperature. Don’t worry, I’m gonna walk you through exactly what this means and show you how to fix it yourself. What’s…
Alright guys, so today we’re working on a 2014 Nissan Altima that rolled in with a check engine light and a coolant leak. This is a super common problem I see all the time, and honestly, it’s one of those repairs that’s pretty straightforward once you know what you’re doing. I’m going to walk you…
Alright guys, so you’re dealing with a P0008 code on your Chevy Traverse. I know it can be pretty daunting when that check engine light comes on, but we’re gonna break this whole thing down for you. This code’s pointing to a timing issue on bank one, and the thing is, this can actually turn into a…
Alright guys, so I came across something today that made me do a double-take. We’re talking about a Ferrari—or at least what’s supposed to be a Ferrari—rolling around with 10-inch wheel spacers. Yeah, you heard that right. Ten. Inch. Spacers. Now, I’ve seen some questionable modifications in my…
Alright guys, so you’re cruising down the highway in your Mercedes and all of a sudden a little coffee cup icon pops up on your instrument cluster. You’re probably thinking, “What the heck is that supposed to mean?” Well, that’s actually a really cool safety feature called Attention Assist, and…
Alright guys, so I’ve got a 2012 Chevy Cruze LT with a 1.4L turbo in the bay today, and we’re dealing with one of those really frustrating intermittent problems. The customer is complaining that the vehicle will stall out randomly and sometimes it just won’t restart. I let this thing sit here…
# How to Fix Chevy P0172 P0175 Code Fuel System Running Rich
Alright guys, Flat Rate Mechanic here. Today we’re going to be diagnosing and fixing P0172 and P0175 codes on a Chevy Suburban with the 5.3L engine. These codes mean your system is running rich on bank one and bank two. Now usually…
# Why Your Check Engine Light Is On and What to Do About It
Alright guys, so your check engine light just came on. Before you panic, let me tell you right now – this is one of those situations that any DIY’er can handle. You don’t need to rush to the dealership or even call a tow truck in most…
Alright guys, so here’s the deal. Your check engine light just popped on and you’re seeing that dreaded “Reduced Engine Power” message on your dash. Your car basically goes into limp mode and won’t let you accelerate past 20-25 miles per hour. Trust me, I know how frustrating this is, and I get…