As a driver, you depend on your car’s steering system to control your vehicle on all types of roads, from winding country lanes to busy city streets. The steering rack is a vital part of the steering system because it transforms the turning of your steering wheel into the movement of your wheels. When the steering rack starts to fail, it can cause many problems that affect how your car drives and how safe it is on the road.
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What are the most common problems that crop up with the BMW Series 2?
The BMW 2 Series is a compact and sporty car line produced by the German automaker BMW. Introduced in 2014, it replaced the 1 Series Coupe and Convertible models. The 2 Series is available as a two-door Coupe, a four-door Gran Coupe, and a four-door Active Tourer and Gran Tourer.
Continue readingWhat are the most common problems with the Volvo V50?
The Volvo V50 is a compact luxury estate car produced from 2004 to 2012. It was created as a successor to the Volvo V40 estate and it shared its platform with the second-generation Ford Focus. The V50 aimed to combine Volvo’s reputation for safety with a sporty design and more exciting driving experience.
Continue readingHow to spot the signs of a faulty fuel tank pressure sensor
The fuel tank pressure sensor is a crucial component in keeping your vehicle’s emissions in check. This small device monitors the pressure inside your vehicle’s fuel tank, playing a vital role in reducing harmful emissions and ensuring your car performs at its best.
Continue readingHow to tell when your vehicle’s brake discs need replacing
Brake discs play a vital role in making sure your vehicle stops safely. When you press the brake pedal, the brake pads clamp onto the spinning discs, generating friction that converts your car’s kinetic energy into heat, slowing it down.
Continue readingNeed a new oil filter? Here are 9 signs your old one is on the way out
Car owners often overlook the oil filter as part of their routine maintenance, either because they don’t realise how important it is to a car’s overall efficiency or because they don’t have reminder systems in place.
Continue readingWhat are the most common problems that crop up with the Citroën C4?
The Citroën C4 combines style and comfort with a distinctive design that distinguishes it from its competitors. The car has various body styles, including hatchback, sedan, and coupe-like models. It comes in electric, petrol and diesel options.
Continue readingWhat are the telltale signs of a failing clutch slave cylinder?
Unless you drive an automatic vehicle, you’ll know exactly how it should feel when you put your foot on the clutch pedal to shift gears. You’ll know if it doesn’t feel right, from a lack of pressure to grinding or even unusual engine noises.
Continue readingHow reliable is the Lexus RX, and what common problems do owners report?
The RX from Lexus boasts a spacious and luxurious interior with high-quality craftsmanship and materials, comfortable seating, and a range of features, including a large touchscreen infotainment system and driver-assist safety features. Available as petrol and hybrid variants, owners of Lexus RXs say it delivers a smooth performance and comfortable driving.
Continue readingSeven reasons your airbag warning light turns on
You’re in the right place if you’re wondering why your airbag warning light is lit up. We’ve got seven reasons why an airbag warning light turns on unexpectedly. Plus, find out whether you can drive with your airbag light turned on, and discover how much it might cost to fix the problem professionally.
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