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Why does the car alarm sound when the lights are on? The relay switches polarity from positive to negative, acting as a polarity inverter. Note: It is assumed that the alarm is either using another relay to make the actual parking lights blink, or there is a diode at the connection with the lights. If not, every time the car's lights are turned on, the horn will sound! Where do you find the car alarm system? Find the alarm system. If you have a factory car alarm, check in your owner’s manual as a guide. The alarm system is usually...

Does sudden braking damage car? Hard braking can damage your car as well by triggering its ABS, or anti-lock braking system. However, triggering the ABS in situations that don't need it can also damage your car by leaving you with a less-responsive brake pedal after the fact. What happens to your car when you break hard? The heat and pressure generated when slamming on the brakes can cause tears and cracks in the hoses. Such damage can result in fluid leaks that eat away at your brake pads. Left unchecked, brake fluid levels can become low and render your brakes...

Can transmission fluid get into your radiator? A separate fluid passage circulates the transmission fluid through a portion of the radiator to cool the fluid. Sometimes, a leak develops in the radiator between the coolant passage and the transmission fluid passage, and the coolant gets into the radiator. Does coolant affect shifting? On some occasions, transmission fluid may be contaminated from coolant in the radiator. This is called cross-contamination and does occur on occasion. Generally speaking, symptoms of low fluid levels or fluid leaks will include gear slippage or slow shifting. How often you should change coolant? HOW OFTEN SHOULD...