The rear main seal is a synthetic rubber ring that stops engine oil from leaking out of the rear crankshaft bearing. Like all engine seals, it is subjected to high temperatures and vibrations that will eventually cause it to fail. Oil leaks around the area between the engine and transmission are usually a sign that [...]

The head gasket is the largest seal in the car engine. It seals the joint between the engine block and the cylinder head, keeping dozens of cylinders and channels from leaking into each other. A gasket failure, often called a gasket blowout, is usually caused by the failure of another component that causes the engine [...]

There are a few places in the rear axle of your truck that could be experiencing leaks. The first place to look is the front pinion seal which is typically the reason for any leaks in this area. When you are looking for leaks, it is helpful to clean the area completely and then look [...]

The hydraulic systems in your car perform an important function. For those with convertible tops or other parts that function on hydraulics, it is important to maintain and repair the cylinder hoses to keep the system working properly. Part of your regular maintenance should include a check on your cylinder hoses to be sure that [...]

The serpentine belt is used in a lot of cars and it gets its name from the way it winds itself through the car, much like a snake would wind itself around something. A serpentine belt is simply a belt that is continuous and is used to drive many different devices or parts of a [...]