Car Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

Fuel Pump Related No Start Problems – What Should You Check

02/04/2024

The fuel pump runs continuously while your engine is running, delivering high-pressure fuel, to the fuel rail and injectors. The fuel pump keeps cool by staying submerged in fuel, or else it would overheat. So, […]

Abnormal Exhaust Noise, Common On 02-05 Ford 6.0L Diesels

01/28/2024

Abnormal exhaust noise, on 02-05 Ford 6.0L Diesel Engines, is a growing concern, as these engines become older. Consequently, many of these engines would fail inspections. Because, of exhaust noise. So, the source of this […]

Valve Lash – Getting All The Facts For Setting And Adjustment

01/26/2024

The term “valve lash” is often used when talking about, valve train adjustment. A valve lifter follows the contour of the camshaft lobe, and transfers that motion to open and close the valves. (sometimes referred […]

Oil Mixed With Coolant – In The Cooling System – Cleaning Tips

01/24/2024

Engine oil mixed with coolant, in the cooling system, is very common. Especially, after a blown or leaking head gasket. So, you opened your coolant tank or the radiator cap, and see that the coolant […]

Diesel Engine Issues – The Answers May Be In The Exhaust Smoke

01/20/2024

Diesel engine issues, are frustrating, and can be costly to repair. Computer generated fault codes, only go a certain distance, to point you in the direction of the problem. Consequently, finding and solving diesel engine […]

Cylinder Leak Down Test – What Are The Results Telling You

01/16/2024

Doing a cylinder leak down test, especially in conjunction with a compression test. Should allow you to quickly determine, the basic condition of any engine. So, a compression test is a “dynamic test” (engine moving). […]

Rear Engine Oil Leaks – Finding The Real Location Of The Leak

01/15/2024

Rear engine oil leaks, that are confused with a rear main seal leak, are usually an oil pan gasket leaking. Consequently, an oil pan gasket is also, much less expensive to replace, than a leaking […]

Automotive Engine Overheating – Causes And Consequences

01/14/2024

Automotive engine overheating, happens when your engine fails to run, within a “normal” temperature range. Consequently, a relatively constant operating temperature is absolutely essential, for proper emissions control, good fuel economy and performance. So, a […]

OBD1 – Trouble Code Information, For Honda 95 & Earlier Models

01/11/2024

So, it’s the weekend, you’re out enjoying the open road. And, WHAM, your OBD1 “Check Engine” light rears its ugly head. Now, you are wondering, what is wrong with the engine? So, all you need […]

Vacuum Leak Detection – The Safe Way To Find Vacuum Leaks

12/31/2023

A Vacuum leak can trick you, and your car computer into believing a particular sensor, or system needs fixing. Then, you start replacing components, hoping you’ll fix the problem, unsuccessfully. Often, a vacuum leak makes […]

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