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Ignition Switch: Understanding its Importance in Vehicle Security

10/19/2024

Today, the ignition switch is a complex device, that powers numerous electrical and electronic systems, throughout the vehicle. In fact, the newest version, identifies the drivers key and allows him, to activate the starting system. […]

Automotive Fuses: Know How They Work and Why They Blow

10/10/2024

Automotive fuses, protect the circuits in your vehicle, from excessive current flow. So, if an electrical item in your vehicle stops working, the first thing to do is, check the automotive fuses. Engineers size automotive […]

Head Gasket Leak: External vs. Internal Leaks

10/07/2024

The last thing anyone ever wants to hear are the words “you have a head gasket leak”. So, your vehicle has started overheating, but you cannot find the source. Engine overheating is often the first […]

Looking At Variable Valve System (VVT) System On Engine

(VVT) Variable Valve Timing: Enhancing Engine Performance

10/05/2024

(VVT) Variable Valve Timing, is a 2-stage, hydraulically controlled cam phasing system. So, as engine technologies improve and become less expensive, (VVT) variable valve timing, continues to improve performance and economy. Car makers have now […]

Spark Plug Problems: Function, Failure And Replacement

10/03/2024

All spark plugs wear out as they age and at some point, will cause spark plug problems. Because, after enduring abuse for thousands of miles, you really can’t expect them to last forever. Good spark […]

Engine Surging: Causes and Solutions

10/02/2024

Engine surging, will cause the engine to momentarily lose (rpms). Then, suddenly regains normal engine speed. So, engine surging can affect drivability. And, can also cause error codes to appear in your OBD-II system. Consequently, […]

Timing Belt Failure: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions

09/29/2024

Timing belt failure, can cause catastrophic engine damage. But, timing belt failure can be avoided, by keeping the timing belt in good operating condition. So, timing belt failure, has always been a topic, no one […]

Radiator Caps: Their Importance and Their Multiple Functions

09/26/2024

Radiator Caps, are designed to ensure that, the prescribed pressure in the cooling system, is maintained at all times. And, this is done by allowing air to escape, when the pressure exceeds a preset amount. […]

Engine Cranks But Fails to Start: Causes and Solutions

09/25/2024

What should you do, when your engine cranks, but fails to start. If your engine cranks normally, at least you know your battery is good, and the starter motor works. So, before your car would […]

Electric Engine Cooling Fan With Connector

Engine Cooling Fan: Maintaining the Proper Coolant Temperature

09/24/2024

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

Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Location

Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor: Failure Signs: Testing

09/23/2024

The engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensors function, is to monitor the temperature of the engine’s coolant. So, most engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensors operate, using electrical resistance to measure the temperature of the coolant. The […]