Pro Tips, News & Events

Unlock the secrets of your John Deere serial number. This guide shows you how to decode modern 17-digit PINs and older 13-digit numbers to find the right parts, identify your model’s year, and troubleshoot with confidence. Learn where to find the tag and what each digit means.

Your Caterpillar serial number holds the key to its build year. This guide shows you where to find the PIN, how to read it, and how to perform an official lookup using Cat’s SIS system for 100% accuracy. Find your machine’s exact manufacturing date easily and reliably.

Don’t panic over a flashing dashboard. Our guide decodes all Komatsu Warning Light symbols using a simple traffic light rule. Learn what to do for red/yellow lights and common fault codes to prevent damage.

Struggling to find the right parts? Your Bobcat serial number is the key. This guide shows you where to find it, how to decode its format, and how to use it to order correct parts every time. Get your machine back to work faster with our simple lookup tips.

That dreaded engine knock is more than just a noise—it’s a critical warning of rod bearing failure. Learn what causes these essential parts to fail, the 7 signs to watch for (like low oil pressure and metal in your oil), and the preventive maintenance steps that can save you from a seized engine and thousands in repairs. This guide covers everything from diagnosis to replacement.

Is your car cranking but not starting? The Toyota P1604 code, or ‘Startability Malfunction,’ is a common but frustrating issue that often comes with a check engine light and can leave you stranded. This guide breaks down the mystery behind the P1604 code. We explore the most frequent causes, from a simple weak battery to issues with the fuel or ignition systems. Learn a step-by-step diagnostic process to accurately find the problem and discover the right way to fix it, so you can get your Toyota starting reliably again.