by Mark S. Taylor | Nov 29, 2025 | Maintenance
Got a tire that keeps losing air? I see this all the time in my shop. The small valve stem might be the problem. I’ll show you how to do this job at home. Replacing a tire valve stem takes 15-30 minutes and costs $5-15 for parts. A shop will charge $20-50 for...
by Mark S. Taylor | Nov 27, 2025 | Maintenance
Your Check Engine light is on. You see an EVAP code. The car runs fine, but the light will not go away. In many cases, the fix is simple: replace the EVAP canister vent valve. In this guide, I’ll show you how to replace an EVAP canister vent valve in plain language....
by Mark S. Taylor | Nov 23, 2025 | Maintenance
Is your car acting weird? Does it stall for no reason? Do lights pop on and off? These could be signs of a bad ECM. The ECM is your car’s brain. It tells the engine what to do. At TheCarBuzz, We’ll show you the signs to look for. You’ll learn what to...
by Mark S. Taylor | Nov 21, 2025 | Maintenance
If your car is making strange noises, smells like rotten eggs, or isn’t running as smoothly, you might have a bad catalytic converter. This part of your car helps control emissions and keeps the engine running clean. But when it fails, your car’s performance drops,...
by Mark S. Taylor | Nov 20, 2025 | Maintenance
A bad rocker arm often makes a loud ticking or clicking noise, causes engine misfires, and reduces power. Left untreated, it can lead to bent valves and costly repairs. If you notice any of these symptoms, don’t wait! Quick action can save you from bigger engine...
by Mark S. Taylor | Nov 20, 2025 | Maintenance
A bad expansion valve can turn your cool drive into a sweat fest. The expansion valve, or thermal expansion valve (TXV), controls how much refrigerant flows through your car’s AC. When it fails, cooling drops fast. This tiny part has a big job. It keeps pressure...
