THE TOW TRUCK JOURNAL · ALISO VIEJO
Towing Tips and Roadside Know-How for Aliso Viejo Drivers
Straight answers on breakdowns, tows and staying safe on the 73, Aliso Creek Road and around South County.
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Why Your Car Smells Like Rotten Eggs and How to Fix It
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Car Heater Not Working? Causes, Quick Checks, and Fixes
A car heater not working on a freezing morning is more than a comfort problem. Cold air fogs your glass and numbs your hands.…
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What Does the ABS Light Mean? Causes, Safety, and Fixes
What does the ABS light mean when it glows on your dash? It means your anti lock brake system found a fault. The computer…
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EV vs Hybrid: Which One Fits Your Driving Life?
Picking between an EV vs hybrid feels harder than it should. Both cars save fuel. Both cost more than a basic gas car. Both…
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Gas Gauge Not Working: Causes, Tests, and Fixes
A gas gauge not working turns every trip into a guess. The needle sits on full, drops to empty, or bounces around. You never…
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Bulge in Tire Sidewall: What It Means and What To Do Now
You walk to your car and spot a bulge in tire sidewall rubber. It looks small, like a knuckle under the skin. Do not…
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How to Bleed Brakes: A Step by Step Guide for Everyday Drivers
A soft brake pedal means air or old fluid sits in your lines. The fix takes basic tools and about an hour. This guide…
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Car Smells Like Gas: Causes, Safe Checks, and Fixes
A strong fuel odor in your cabin scares every driver. When a car smells like gas, you need answers fast. The cause might be…
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How to Parallel Park Like a Pro: A Mechanic’s Cone by Cone Guide
Nothing makes a driver sweat like a tight curb and a line of cars behind. I have watched grown adults circle a block six…
