August 2026What is a TPS? (Throttle Position Sensor)You know you have an accelerator pedal; step on it and your vehicle is supposed to go. But did you know there is a part in your vehicle that keeps track of where the throttle is? It's called the Throttle Position Sensor, or TPS. The TPS is a sensor that helps your vehicle figure out the right m... Read More Posted in Warranty on August 30, 2026 TCB your PCV (PCV Valve Replacement)Your gasoline engine goes through some exhausting work. Yes, it's truly exhausting, as in: it produces exhaust! And when your engine starts behaving like it's exhausted, such as running poorly or getting lousy fuel economy, the trouble may be something called a PCV valve. Did you know it's a se... Read More Posted in Warranty on August 23, 2026 Breathe Deep in Libertyville With a New Cabin Air FilterPoor interior air quality is nothing to sneeze at, and Libertyville auto owners might be interested to know that more and more new cars are coming equipped with a cabin air filter. Check your vehicle owner's manual, but they typically need to be replaced at around 12,000 to 15,000 miles (19,000... Read More Posted in Warranty on August 16, 2026 Why a Trip Inspection Is a Good IdeaAt Car Fix Libertyville we get a lot of Libertyville drivers asking about vehicle trip preparation. That's a big deal. You could be driving through mountains and deserts in some pretty lonely areas around IL, so it's important to know that the vehicle is up to the task and won't leave you stran... Read More Posted in Warranty on August 09, 2026 Light Up your Life (Headlamp Replacement)Did you know that having a burned out headlight can result in your rearview mirror reflecting some flashing lights? In other words, you might get pulled over by the police for only having one working headlight, because in most places it's against the law. Not only is it illegal to drive with on... Read More Posted in Warranty on August 02, 2026 |
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