Magnus Sellén, Author at Mechanic Base

Hi, I’m Magnus, the owner and the writer of Mechanic Base. I have been working with cars for 10 years, specialized in diagnostics and troubleshooting. I started this blog because I was tired of finding false information out there on the web. I hope you enjoy my content!

P0456 OBD2 Trouble Code: Evaporative Emissions System Small Leak Detected

7 Causes Why Your Car Vibrates When Stopped or Idling

8 Causes Why Your Car Shakes When Accelerating

How to Remove Window Tint

Serpentine Belt Symptoms, Location & Replacement Cost

6 Causes of Transmission Fluid Leaks & Repair Cost

8 Causes Why Your Car Won’t Accelerate

Shock Replacement Cost

How To Read a Tire Size

Strut Replacement Cost

Wheel Bearing Replacement Cost

Brake Rotor Replacement Cost

Average Wheel Alignment Cost

Water Pump Replacement Cost

P0455 OBD2 Trouble Code: EVAP System Leak Detected (Large Leak)

P0700 OBD2 Trouble Code: Transmission Control System TCS Malfunction

P0440 Code: Evaporative Emission Control System Malfunction

P0445 Code: Evaporative Emission Control System – Purge Control Valve Circuit Shorted

5 Causes of a Car Engine That Cranks But Won’t Start

10 Best Automotive Scan Tools for Car Diagnostics

8 Best TPMS Reset Tools

10 Best Double DIN Head Units

10 Best Battery Maintainers

Slip Light – What Does It Mean & Causes

CV Joint Symptoms, Location & Replacement Cost

P0014 OBD-II Trouble Code: Camshaft Position B – Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1)

6 Causes of Oil on Spark Plugs

How to Buy a Car Without a Title

8 Causes of Engine Ticking Noise

Symptoms of a Bad U-Joint & Replacement Cost

Is it Safe to Drive with a Nail in My Tire?

Which Gas Stations Have The Best Quality Gas in the US?

VDC Light – Causes & Fixes

Most and Least Expensive Cars to Maintain

Is it safe to drive with an EVAP Leak?

Rear Differential Noises – How to Diagnose it

How to Prevent Diesel Fuel Gelling

AGM vs. GEL Batteries -Differences

How to Fix a Coolant Leak

700r4 Transmission Specifications, Identification & Information

Rod Knock – Causes, Information, and Fixes

Timing Belt Symptoms, Location & Replacement Cost

10 Best Car Air Fresheners

Low Fuel Pressure Symptoms & Causes

Oil Change: How to Change Engine Oil at Home in 10 Steps

DPFE Sensor Symptoms, Function & Replacement Cost

Resurface vs. Replace Brake Rotors/Discs – Information

5 Reasons Why Your Brake Lights Don’t Work But Tail Lights Do

Low Oil Pressure Symptoms, Causes & How to check the oil pressure

Transmission Rebuild or Replace?

How to Reset TPMS Warning Light at home

Brake Pads Symptoms, Function & Replacement Cost

10 Best Engine Air Filters for Cars

6 Best Remote Car Starters

Intake Air Temperature Sensor (IAT) Symptoms, Location & Replacement Cost

7 Common Sticking Brake Caliper Causes & Prevention

How to Clean the Inside of the Windshield in Your Car

Using a Car Broker to Buy a Car – Tips & Information

How to become an Automotive Technician in 2021

How to Prepare Your Car for Long-Term Storage

How to Start a Car With a Dead Key Fob

5 Causes Why a Starter is Not Engaging

ABS Sensor Symptoms & Replacement Cost

10 Best Multimeters

White Smoke from Exhaust – Main Causes & Fixes

Different Types of Power Steering Fluids & Information

Manual vs. Automatic transmission – Pros, Cons & Information

9 Best Sunglasses For Driving

How Much to Tip a Car Wash & Information

What does BHP and Torque mean in a car?

What is an MP3 Decoder? Information

High Oil Pressure Causes & Symptoms

EGR Valve Symptoms & the Replacement Cost

Transmission Shift Solenoid Symptoms, Location & Replacement Cost

10 Best Head-Up Displays (Hud) For Cars

How to Reset Airbag Codes/Light – With or Without a Scanner

Head Gasket Symptoms, Function & Replacement Cost

Steering Angle Sensor Symptoms & Replacement Cost

P0190 OBD-II Trouble Code: Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction

How Much Does a Car Paint Job Cost?