Category: Car Repair

How-To Replace A/C Compressor Clutch and Bearing   Tools Need : *Nut driver/screw driver to remove fender liner splash shield. Mine were 10mm.*Long-handled box wrench or serpentine tensioner tool in whatever size yours is. Mine was aftermarket and used a 13mm. If you are fairly strong you can use a regular length box, but I’m […]

HOW DOES IT WORK? Some vehicles are equipped with a brake system that is called a disc-drum set up. This refers to the style of brakes on the front and rear of the vehicle. Rear drum brakes have been the standard for many years in the automotive industry. Drum brakes generally cost less to produce […]

Replacing a turbocharger can be challenging. Modern car engine bays are compact and many turbo units are fitted in confined spaces where tool use is difficult. Some vehicle manufacturers recommend engine removal to replace a turbocharger. To replace a typical turbo you’ll first need to remove: Remove all air intake ducting Remove turbo heat shields – With […]

When you need to get your car back on the road as soon as possible, you’ll want to take it to an auto repair/mechanic company. But you don’t want to bring yours into just any shop. You want a reliable, experienced team that knows what they are doing. You want Sydney Car Repair for all […]

You’ve been in an accident and your vehicle needs repairs. If you’re like many of our customers at Sydney Car Repair, you want to know what to expect when it comes to getting your car back. After all, accidents are traumatic enough without having to add the stress of uncertainty into the fold.  We know […]

What is dent removal and repair? Dent removal and repair is the reshaping of dented car panels to return the damaged parts to their factory-like condition by using a number of different techniques and specially designed tools. How are dents removed or repaired? The most common way dents are removed is paintless dent repair, (PDR), […]

What is a shock absorber? Your car’s rear shock absorber is an essential part of a vehicle’s suspension system. It is usually made up of a cylindrical container filled with a liquid or gas with a piston located in the center. It is designed to absorb the shocks generated by uneven road surfaces while driving. […]

What Is A Rear Main Seal? The rear main seal within your car has the job of keeping the oil inside of the rear of the engine. This is where the crankshaft connects with the transmission. The crankshaft converts linear energy into rotational energy, letting the car drive forward. Symptoms your crankshaft rear seal requires […]

What is a timing belt? Timing belts are made up of a composite rubber construction with nylon reinforced cords to provide a longer belt life. Car timing belt keeps all the internal moving parts of an engine in sync. It also sometimes powers the water pump, oil pump and injection pump. It is usually located […]

What is a drive belt? The drive belt is one of the critical parts of your car. It is found under the hood and connected to the crankshaft pulley, which allows them to transmit drive to the accessories they are connected to. There are two types of car drive belt V-type – Sits in the […]