Fuel System

Gasoline Direct Injection – New Technology, Causes New Problems

11/28/2022

Gasoline direct injection, is a fuel injection system, that sprays gasoline, directly into the combustion chamber. And, gasoline direct injection, also known as (GDI), has a separate fuel injector, for each of the engine’s cylinders. […]

Electric Fuel Pumps – How Do They Work – How Can They Fail

11/25/2022

So, electric fuel pumps are fairly simple, but rely on many other systems, to function properly. Above all, electric fuel pumps are responsible, for delivering pressurized fuel, from the fuel tank to the engine. Consequently, […]

Gas Getting Into Oil – What Can Cause This To Happen And Why

08/22/2022

When changing your oil, one of the worst things to notice, is the smell of gas in the oil. Because, it means that gas, is somehow making its way into your engine’s oil. However, it […]

Fuel Pump Related No Start Problems – What Should You Check

08/14/2022

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. If […]

Fluid Leak - How To Identify What Is Leaking From Under My Car

Fuel Leak – If You Smell Fuel, This Could Be A Sign Of A Fuel Leak

07/18/2022

Above all, you should never have, a fuel smell in your vehicle. So, if you smell fuel, this could be a sign of a fuel leak. A fuel leak can be dangerous, because it is […]

Fuel System Related Problems – Not Always Easy To Solve

07/06/2022

Fuel system related problems, can be time consuming and difficult to solve. Consequently, anything that might affect the flow and pressure of the fuel system, is going to result in poorer performance. Above all, the […]

Mechanical Fuel Pumps – Basic Information And Troubleshooting

06/27/2022

The standard mechanical fuel pumps found on classic cars, are very reliable. With that said, nothing automotive lasts forever. So, at some point, mechanical fuel pumps will fail. Firstly, most mechanical fuel pumps, are used […]

Fuel Pressure Regulator – FAQ – Do You Have The Correct Fuel Pressure

06/27/2022

A fuel pressure regulator, is an integral part of a vehicle’s fuel system. Most engines use, a fuel pressure regulator now, and there are things that can go wrong with them. So, your fuel pressure […]

Fuel Pump Issues – Excessive Heat – Contamination From Dirt and Rust

06/02/2022

If you are not having any fuel pump issues, the fuel pump should deliver fuel; from the fuel tank to the engine, at the appropriate pressure. So, fuel pumps on most modern vehicles, are electric […]