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Car Parts Most Likely To Wear Out With Heavy Use

July 18, 2022 By Fatherhood Factor Team Leave a Comment

If you own a vehicle, you probably have had to deal with numerous auto parts breaking and needing immediate attention. Every car employs a vast number of components that work in harmony to produce a smooth-driving vehicle. Some of these components are designed to eventually peter out in a safe way over time, while others are more likely to fail early in a vehicle’s life, often in disastrous fashion if left unchecked. To help you get a hold on which are most likely to break down, here are the car parts most likely to wear out with heavy use.

Oil and the Oil Filter

The oil in your automobile is meant to lubricate the engine pistons and cylinders so they don’t wear against each other, which would decrease both the efficiency and life span of the engine. Changing your car’s oil on a regular basis is part of proper automobile maintenance, whether you enlist the help of a qualified mechanic or you do it yourself. Failure to do so may cause dirt and debris to accumulate, resulting in engine failure. The oil filter in your automobile is in charge of catching any debris before it reaches the engine. Although some technicians may change the oil filter every time the oil is changed, the industry norm is every other time. It’s also worth noting that synthetic oils are made to last longer.

Car Battery

One of the most likely parts to wear out with heavy use on a car is the car battery. The battery is prone to stop working in the beginning stages of your vehicle’s life span. It is in charge of initiating and operating the vehicle’s electrical systems. If your car battery is showing signs of wear and tear, you should consider replacing it sooner rather than later. If possible, a competent professional should keep an eye on this and advise you in the appropriate route.

Suspension

The suspension is susceptible to damage with heavy off-roading use and can render your car undrivable. In most cases, suspension breakdowns result from collision or just plain old use over time, as in the case of ball joints and control arms. When components such as these fail, it can lead to disastrous consequences, including losing control of your vehicle as well as permanent suspension damage. Because of these factors, it is always best to have your suspension checked regularly.

We hope our list has inspired you to take care with the daily maintenance to ensure that even with heavy use, your car still runs just like new! Car parts just need some TLC to make sure they keep you safely on the road.

Common Power Steering Issues To Have Repaired

August 18, 2021 By Emily Joswiak Leave a Comment

We count on our cars to take us where we need to go every day. It’s frustrating when something goes wrong and suddenly our car isn’t acting as it should. One function that we expect to work properly every day is our power steering. It’s essential to pay attention to the common power steering issues to have repaired before they turn into a bigger problem.

Leaking Fluids

Power steering uses a fluid that moves the pressure in order to make the wheels turn. If you find an unknown fluid leaking from your vehicle, make sure to have it checked. You may hear a grinding noise as one of the first signs there’s a leak.

Power steering hoses wear out after years of use, showing signs of age as they harden and crack. The couplings connecting the hoses also wear out over time. Both issues cause leaking of power steering fluid. If it goes on too long, you’ll find yourself on the road, suddenly unable to steer.

Ball Screws

Ball screws are used in power steering components to convert rotational motion into linear motion (assisting in the motion of the wheels). Ball screws are preferred because of their rotational ability and lack of friction. To keep the steering system working smoothly, ball screws must be well lubricated. Over time, if not well-maintained, a ball screw will need rebuilding or replacing if it has worn out. Once rebuilt, you can use the ball screw again, just as if it were new.

Belt Issues

When the drive belt slips, you can’t turn your car in a different direction. If you’re driving and hear a whining noise as you turn, have the drive belt checked. It drives the pump, and without it, fluid pressure is gone.

Steering Pump

It’s unavoidable—as our cars age, the pumps age as well. Seals and other parts break down over time, leading to fluid pressure loss. As with most common power steering issues to have repaired, you’ll know you possibly have a steering pump problem when you hear odd noises while steering.

It’s best to have a regular, yearly maintenance schedule with a trusted mechanic so you can catch all of these issues early and avoid steering problems while on the road.

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