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What happens if you ignore a check engine light? Key risks explained

Ignoring a check engine light might feel harmless if the car still runs smoothly, but the warning signals more than a mi ...
Stuff

Luna Ring Gen 2 review: packs smarts but lacks finesse

The Luna Ring 2 is an accomplished wellness device, but it’s not a premium-feeling as similarly-priced rivals ...
Cars

When Should the Oxygen Sensor Be Replaced?

Oxygen sensors detect the amount of oxygen in the exhaust. Oxygen sensors usually don’t have a replacement schedule. A bad oxygen sensor can be diagnosed with a code reader or scan tool. A car’s ...
Hot Rod

How Accurate Are Wideband O2 Sensors? A Real-World Lambda Comparison Test

One of the most important measurements we make while tuning an engine is finding out what the actual balance of air and fuel was inside the engine. It doesn’t matter if we have a carburetor, port ...
Wall Street Journal

The $160,000 Mechanic Job That Ford Can’t Fill

KENT, Ohio—Just after 7 a.m. on a recent morning, Ted Hummel leapt up onto the front bumper of a 2019 Ford F-150 and reached under the hood to disconnect a pair of oxygen sensor connectors. It is the ...
SlashGear

Do You Need A Special Socket To Remove O2 Sensors?

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. While it may seem intimidating at first, there are plenty of easy DIY auto maintenance projects that even the most novice DIY-er can handle.
SlashGear

Can You Clean A Car's O2 Sensor? (And Why You Might Need To)

I live in New Jersey, one of the states that mandates inspection for all vehicles newer than 1995. My daily driver, a Jeep Cherokee, happens to be a 1996 model year with an OBD-II sensor, meaning I ...
mechanicbase

8 Symptoms Of A Bad Oxygen Sensor & Replacement Cost

If you’re like most car owners, you probably don’t think much about your car’s oxygen sensors until they are causing a problem. But did you know that a bad oxygen sensor can impact your car’s ...
ConsumerAffairs

How Much Does It Cost to Replace an Engine?

Compare plans tailored to your car & budget. Engine repairs aren’t cheap, but there is good news: You may not need an entirely new engine — just a repair. Even if you do need a new engine, it may be ...
AutoGuide

Are You Making This Costly Mistake with Your Car's Fuel Efficiency?

We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. If your car experiences poor fuel economy, lacks power, feels sluggish, idles rough, or has an illuminated check ...
The Providence Journal

What's the life expectancy of continuously variable automatic transmissions? | Car Doctor

Continuously variable transmissions (CVTs) can be reliable with proper maintenance, especially using the correct transmission fluid. Simultaneous illumination of brake system, ABS, and AWD warning ...