Bret Bodas
Bret Bodas is an automotive expert at RepairPal, the leading online source of auto repair resources and estimates. With many ASE Master certified mechanics on staff who have decades of experience, RepairPal knows all the fine points of car repair.
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The evaporator receives the very cold refrigerant gas as it is expanding from its liquid state. The cold evaporator absorbs heat from the air passing across it and the cooled air blows into the passenger compartment through the vents on your dashboard.
The evaporator receives the very cold refrigerant gas as it is expanding from its liquid state. The cold evaporator absorbs heat from the air passing across it and the cooled air blows into the passenger compartment through the vents on your dashboard.
The automatic transmission filter removes dirt and contaminants in the fluid before it travels into the transmission. .
The automatic transmission filter removes dirt and contaminants in the fluid before it travels into the transmission. .
Exhaust manifolds are attached to the engine. Exhaust gases are expelled from each cylinder of the engine into the manifolds, where the gases are then released through the exhaust system at the rear of the vehicle.
Exhaust manifolds are attached to the engine. Exhaust gases are expelled from each cylinder of the engine into the manifolds, where the gases are then released through the exhaust system at the rear of the vehicle.
The drive shaft(s) transmit the power (torque) created by the engine to the front (front wheel drive), rear (rear wheel drive), or front and rear (four wheel drive) of the vehicle as required. .
The drive shaft(s) transmit the power (torque) created by the engine to the front (front wheel drive), rear (rear wheel drive), or front and rear (four wheel drive) of the vehicle as required. .
The electronic throttle unit opens and closes the throttle blade based on input from various engine control sensors, including the accelerator pedal. .
The electronic throttle unit opens and closes the throttle blade based on input from various engine control sensors, including the accelerator pedal. .
The drivetrain is a system of components—the engine, transmission, driveshafts, geared differentials, and drive axles—working together to generate power and deliver it to the wheels. .
The drivetrain is a system of components—the engine, transmission, driveshafts, geared differentials, and drive axles—working together to generate power and deliver it to the wheels. .
The air pump check valve is a one way valve that allows air from the air pump to enter the exhaust system. .
The air pump check valve is a one way valve that allows air from the air pump to enter the exhaust system. .
The timing chain tensioner maintains the appropriate tension in the timing chain. The tensioner can use spring tension or hydraulic pressure to properly tension the chain.
The timing chain tensioner maintains the appropriate tension in the timing chain. The tensioner can use spring tension or hydraulic pressure to properly tension the chain.
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BMW 335i, 335xi, 328i, 328xi (2008 Models) Chevrolet G-Series Vans, Express Vans, Metro, Impala SS (1994-1996) and the Celebrity .
BMW 335i, 335xi, 328i, 328xi (2008 Models) Chevrolet G-Series Vans, Express Vans, Metro, Impala SS (1994-1996) and the Celebrity .
Automaker Mini, with help from BMW, have developed the Mini E. It is fitted with a 150-kilowatt electric motor that produces 204 horsepower, a high-performance lithium-ion battery pack (good for 150 miles on a full charge) and a single-stage helical gearbox that sends the power out to the front wheels.
Automaker Mini, with help from BMW, have developed the Mini E. It is fitted with a 150-kilowatt electric motor that produces 204 horsepower, a high-performance lithium-ion battery pack (good for 150 miles on a full charge) and a single-stage helical gearbox that sends the power out to the front wheels.
The United Auto Workers called an emergency meeting yesterday to discuss ways that the UAW could help assist the Big 3 during their plea for assistance from Congress. UAW president Ron Gettelfinger said that his union was ready to make new concessions despite a landmark cost-cutting labor contract signed just last year, as he urged Congress and the Bush administration to step forward with a multibillion dollar auto industry rescue plan.
The United Auto Workers called an emergency meeting yesterday to discuss ways that the UAW could help assist the Big 3 during their plea for assistance from Congress. UAW president Ron Gettelfinger said that his union was ready to make new concessions despite a landmark cost-cutting labor contract signed just last year, as he urged Congress and the Bush administration to step forward with a multibillion dollar auto industry rescue plan.
Have you been looking to upgrade your vehicle, but the current financial mess has you a little hesitant? Well, Kevin Purdy over at Lifehacker.com has put together a list of ten of their favorite tips to getting more out of your driving and ownership experience.
Have you been looking to upgrade your vehicle, but the current financial mess has you a little hesitant? Well, Kevin Purdy over at Lifehacker.com has put together a list of ten of their favorite tips to getting more out of your driving and ownership experience.
In response to the ongoing economic downturn, Chrysler announced that it will close all of their U.S.
In response to the ongoing economic downturn, Chrysler announced that it will close all of their U.S.
Chinese Automaker BYD (Build Your Dreams) has entered the Hybrid vehicle market. For the equivalent of $22,000 U.
Chinese Automaker BYD (Build Your Dreams) has entered the Hybrid vehicle market. For the equivalent of $22,000 U.