Listen To Your Car's Signals

Our cars are special to us, they are like best friends. Sometimes our cars are crying out to us, trying to tell us something. If we take the time to listen to the signals, we can save ourselves from expensive repairs.

Instructions:

Step 1
A squeal from the engine: If it's only during low speed turns, accompanied by a sharp jerky motion of the steering wheel. The power steering belt, maybe loose or worn out. Tighten or replace the belt.

Step 2
A grinding or scraping sound from the brakes: A metal on metal sound when pressing the brakes, could signal worn brake linings.

Step 3
A humming sound from the tires: A indication of irregular wear. It may be time for an alignment or tire rotation.

Step 4
Hiss or whistle from the engine: If you hear it when the vehicle stops but the engine is running, it's probably a broken or missing vacuum hose.

Step 5
Tweet or chirp from the brakes: If you hear it during light or moderate braking or it stops during heavy braking. Check with your mechanic, to see if the brake pads are loose in the caliber assembly.

Step 6
A rumbling noise: On front-wheel drive vehicles, may mean, rear wheel bearings need packing or replacing.

Step 7
A Roaring noise: If you hear it when you accelerate, it may be from a hole in the muffler or exhaust pipes.

Step 8
A clicking noise: If you hear it during sharp or low speed turns, in a front wheel drive vehicle. This may mean, a worn CV joint.