by Mark S. Taylor | Oct 27, 2026 | Car Problems & Symptoms
Your car is lurching at a steady speed, and it feels electrical, not mechanical, but you’re not sure. Here’s the answer: yes, a dying alternator can cause jerking, especially the kind that shows up at a steady RPM with your dash lights pulsing along with...
by Mark S. Taylor | Oct 26, 2026 | Troubleshooting
Your engine is stumbling under acceleration and you’ve already swapped the spark plugs, or you’re about to. Here’s the direct answer: yes, a failing alternator can cause sputtering, but it’s an indirect cause, not the first one worth chasing....
by Mark S. Taylor | Oct 26, 2026 | Troubleshooting
Your headlights are glowing brighter than usual, and your dash just lit up with a charging warning or a P2504 code. That’s overcharging, and the fix is almost always a new alternator, since the voltage regulator that’s failing is built into it on most...
by Mark S. Taylor | Oct 23, 2026 | Troubleshooting
You’re wondering if skipping tire rotation is actually going to cost you money, or if it’s just a shop upsell. Short answer: for most drivers, yes, it’s worth doing, since it’s usually free and it protects an expensive set of tires. Keep...
by Mark S. Taylor | Oct 22, 2026 | Engine Problems
Your EPC light came on, and the car may feel weak, jerky, or slow to respond. Don’t replace the throttle body yet—read the fault codes first. This guide walks you through the diagnosis in order, from checking symptoms and scan data to testing the throttle,...
