Warrant of Fitness
Why did your car’s lights cause it to fail a Warrant of Fitness? A working set of lights is vital to the safety and visibility of your vehicle, especially at night. It is important that lights are replaced when they break. This is done to prevent accidents and...
About your car’s fuel system: In modern vehicles, many different components work together to bring fuel from the fuel tank to the engine, where it is burnt to power your car. In most systems, a fuel pump is used to pump petrol through the fuel hoses (or fuel...
Why are airbags important? During a crash, airbags deploy rapidly to cushion the occupants and help reduce the severity of injuries. They can help protect against head, neck, and chest injuries, which are some of the most common and serious types of injuries sustained...
Your seat belts (or safety belts) are one of the most important safety features in your vehicle. They protect you in the event of a crash. For this reason, they must be functioning correctly for you to pass a Warrant of Fitness. Over time, seat belts have become more...
About the driveshaft: The driveshaft is a large, cylinder-shaped shaft which transmits torque and rotational energy between the engine and wheels. It rotates at high speeds which then turns a geat to rotate the wheels. In order for a driveshaft to work correctly, it...
What does the combination valve do? A combination valve (also known as a proportioning valve or brake valve) is a common part found in vehicles with front brake discs and rear brake drums. As its name suggests, the combination valve takes on a combination of different...