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Engine Knocking – Pinging – Rattling Noise – Most Common Causes

06/23/2025

Are you hearing an annoying, engine knocking, pinging or rattling noise, when you accelerate your engine. For instance, knocking, when working hard under load, like driving uphill, passing a slowpoke or towing a trailer. Then, […]

Dash Warning Lights – Only Provide A Warning Something Is Wrong

06/21/2025

Most dash warning lights, tell you that a fault has occurred inside the vehicle’s system. So, dash warning lights provide an idea – sometimes precise, sometimes vague – of what’s wrong with a vehicle. But, […]

Engine Knocking Ticking Noise – Is This The End Of Your Engine

06/18/2025

So, your driving down the road and all of a sudden you hear, a engine knocking ticking noise. Many assume this engine knocking ticking noise, is the end of their engine and just move on. […]

Fuel Pump Relay – Function – Failure – Testing Procedures

06/09/2025

The fuel pump relay, is activated whenever the ignition is turned on. So, the primary function of the fuel pump relay, is to maintain a steady voltage supply to the fuel pump. Therefore, when switched […]

Engine Rattling Noise – Reasons You May Have Them – Solutions

06/06/2025

You start your engine like normal, but you hear an engine rattling noise, you’ve never heard before. Subsequently, an engine rattling noise, can spring up from a number of different sources. So, the first part […]

Engine Problems Can Be Scary – Learn About The Common Ones

05/31/2025

For most people, diagnosing engine problems is not easy. And, can be scary to even think about. That’s why, our fear of the unknown, is what makes engine problems so scary. So, if you own […]

Oil Pan Gasket Leak – How to Diagnose and Confirm the Leak

05/28/2025

An oil pan gasket leak is something no one wants. But, oil pan leaks are probably the most common leaks. So, it is not uncommon, for the gasket to wear out and start leaking oil. […]

Reducing Fuel Consumption - Keep the Money, in Your Pocket

Reducing Fuel Consumption – Keep More Money, in Your Pocket

04/28/2025

Reducing fuel consumption is a big concern today. All because of the constant increase, in the cost of fuel. However, proactive steps can be taken, by paying attention to your driving habits, and following a […]

Engine Oil Leaks – How To Find Them – Repair Recommendations

04/18/2025

Engine oil leaks, can simply be minor annoyances, or they can be serious threats, to the life of your engine. So, having engine oil leaks, means that you have, less lubricant inside the engine. And, […]

White Stuff Under My Oil Filler Cap – What Is It ? Is It Bad ?

04/07/2025

So, you take the oil cap off of your valve cover, to top off your oil. Then, you find milky creamy white stuff, coating the bottom of the oil cap and down into the filler […]

Valve Stem Seal Failure: Follow The Symptoms and Conditions

04/04/2025

The purpose of the valve stem seal, is to prevent the oil from the cylinder head, entering the combustion chamber. So, the valve stem seal, plays a critical role in controlling valve lubrication, as well […]

Oil Consumption Has Many Causes, But, Worn Bearings Add To It

03/31/2025

Oil consumption is something nobody wants. But, worn engine bearings can make it even worse ? Engine oil consumption past rings, will only get worse, when engine bearings begin to wear out. So, oil consumption […]

Vehicle Noise: What Do You Hear And When Do You Hear It?

03/15/2025

So, hearing unfamiliar vehicle noise, can cause panic in many drivers. Consequently, many do not know enough about vehicle systems, to know if it’s something to worry about or not. That’s why, listening to your […]

Hydraulic Valve Lifter Noise: Usually, A Ticking Or Tapping

03/06/2025

Hydraulic valve lifter noise is usually a symptom, that something may be wrong with your engine. So, all engines make some noise, but when you hear an unusual ticking or tapping noise, it usually means […]

Hard Starting Engine: Cold, Hot, Both or Just After Refueling

02/26/2025

So, a hard starting engine, is not a good sign and can be difficult to diagnose. But, the exact moment in the process of starting, can tell you a lot about, what may be going […]

Rough Idling Engine: What Does It Mean, How To Fix And Test It

02/24/2025

So, a rough idling engine, is a common problem, of which the exact cause, can be difficult to find. Also, the reasons for a rough idling engine can vary. With some being cheap easy fixes, […]

Automotive Engine Valves: Function, Failure, and Testing

02/20/2025

The main function, of automotive engine valves, is to let air in and out of the cylinders. Above all, the valves in your cylinder head, are a vital part of your engine and undergo, enormous […]

Hydrolocked Engine: What Does It Mean – Possible Damage

01/31/2025

When an engine is seized, from taking in a substantial amount of liquid, it is a hydrolocked engine. So, with all internal combustion engines, the internals are all designed, to deal with compressed air. Because, […]

Compression Test: How To Do It, Dry Or Wet – Review The Results

01/29/2025

Doing a compression test, is a good way to measure the condition of the rings, cylinders, and valves. So, if your engine is running rough or is lacking power, consider doing a compression test. Also, […]

Antifreeze In Oil: Means Your Engine Is Leaking Internally

01/27/2025

Antifreeze In Oil, is a sign of an internal leak. And, is usually caused by a bad gasket or engine failure. When Antifreeze mixes with engine oil, it robs the oil of its lubricating properties […]