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Harmonic Balancer: Function: Common Failure Warning Signs

01/02/2025

So, what is the main function of the harmonic balancer? Well, it is to absorb and reduce, harmonic and torsional vibrations from the engine. Consequently, your harmonic balancer is mounted, on the front of your —READ-MORE

Spark Plug Health The Key to Optimal Engine Performance

Spark Plug Health Is Directly Linked, To Your Engines Performance

12/30/2024

Spark plug health, on today’s engines is very important, and if ignored, can cause serious problems. So, it stands to reason that, weak or bad spark plugs, are a big cause of concern. Spark plug health —READ-MORE

Push Button Start Troubleshooting: Why Won’t the Engine Crank?

12/23/2024

Many newer vehicles have replaced, the traditional key-style ignition switch, with a push button start. As technology advances, our lives become more convenient, but are we also putting ourselves at risk? Will the push button —READ-MORE

Turbocharger: How it Works and Why it’s Essential

12/20/2024

Smaller engines with a turbocharger appeal to consumers, and auto companies. Because, they offer more power, but with the fuel efficiency, of a smaller engine. Turbochargers made it possible, for the smaller engine, to keep —READ-MORE

Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECT) Replacement

Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor: Step By Step Replacement

12/17/2024

The engine coolant temperature sensor, is one of the most important engine management sensors in your vehicle. So, a sensor that is shorted or reading out of range, can’t provide a reliable signal. Consequently, engine —READ-MORE

Carbon Deposits On Back Of The Intake Valves

Carbon Deposits in Engines: Causes, Effects, and Prevention

12/14/2024

So, carbon deposits are formed, by the black soot that collects, and hardens in your engine. Consequently, every engine produces carbon. But, some engines are worse than others. So, the reason all engines have carbon, —READ-MORE

(MAP) Controlled Thermostats: Provide Several Engine Benefits

12/12/2024

So, how do (MAP) controlled thermostats work. And, what are their benefits. First, (MAP) controlled thermostats are electric, and are controlled by the engine’s (ECU). Consequently, this provides precise regulation of the engines temperature, based —READ-MORE