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Engine Testing

So, engine testing starts when you open the hood. Is a wire loose? Did a vacuum line fall off ? Do not look for a complicated solution to a simple problem.

The vast majority of modern vehicles, are more computerized than ever before. And, truth be told, that’s a good thing. In fact, this computerization allows cars to be thoroughly checked, with self-running diagnostic tests.

As a result, keeping your vehicle in optimal working order. These tests can scan components and a car’s integrated systems for errors or malfunctions before they become truly dangerous.

(O2) Oxygen Sensor - Basic function - Failure symptoms - With testing.
Car Sensors

(O2) Oxygen Sensor – Basic function – Failure symptoms – With testing.

02/13/2022

The basic function of the (O2) oxygen sensor, is to measure the difference; between the amount of oxygen in the exhaust gas and the amount of oxygen in the air. Consequently, with information from the […]

Automotive Engine Valves - Function - Failure - And, how to test them.
Engine Testing

Automotive Engine Valves – Function – Failure – And, how to test them.

02/01/2022

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

Engine Cooling Fan - Is your cooling fan working - How to test it.
Cooling Heating

Engine Cooling Fan – Is your cooling fan working – How to test it.

01/12/2022

Your engine cooling fan, only runs when needed, to help cool the engine. So, a engine cooling fan, relay or control circuit failure is bad news. Because, it can allow the engine to overheat. The […]

Compression Test - How to do it, wet or dry - What do the results tell you.
Engine Testing

Compression Test – How to do it, wet or dry – What do the results tell you.

01/03/2022

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, it […]

Noid Light - Learn how to test fuel injectors, using a noid light.
Automotive Fuel Injector

Noid Light – Learn how to test fuel injectors, using a noid light.

12/18/2021

Learning how to test fuel injectors, using a noid light, is easier than you think. So, a fuel injector noid light kit, should be on your must have tool list. Also, noid lights come in […]

Compression Leak Between Cylinders - No Coolant Or Oil Leaks
Automotive Leaks

Compression Leak Between Cylinders – No Coolant Or Oil Leaks

12/13/2021

So, having a compression leak between cylinders, can allow the compression, to leak from one cylinder to the next. This causes a loss of compression, and sometimes, allows exhaust gasses, back into the intake, depending […]

Running ( Dynamic ) Compression Test - Evaluating individual cylinders.
Engine Testing

Running ( Dynamic ) Compression Test – Evaluating individual cylinders.

12/03/2021

A running (dynamic) compression test, confirms how efficiently each cylinder is pulling air in. Next, retaining it for the correct amount of time, then releasing it, into the exhaust. So, if a cylinder cannot perform […]

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