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Know what's wrong before you call.
Plain-language guides to the problems that strand Riverside drivers.
Car Overheating? What to Do Right Now, and What Causes It
A hot engine can turn a cheap fix into an expensive one in minutes. Here's what to do on the spot and how to read the clues.
Car Won't Start? Battery, Starter, or Alternator: How to Tell
Three parts cause most no-starts. The sounds and lights your car makes narrow it down before anyone opens the hood.
BatteriesWhy Riverside Heat Kills Car Batteries
People blame winter for dead batteries, but in the Inland Empire the damage is done in July and shows up later.
DiagnosticsCheck Engine Light On: What It Means and What to Do
Solid or flashing makes a big difference. Here's how to read the light and why a code alone isn't the answer.
BrakesBrake Noises Explained: Squeal, Grind, and Shake
Each brake noise means something different, and one of them means stop putting it off.
GuidesMobile Mechanic vs. Repair Shop: What Can Be Fixed in Your Driveway
A lot more than people think, but not everything. Here's an honest split.
GuidesWhat to Tell a Mechanic When You Call
Five details that get you an accurate quote and the right parts on the first trip.