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Engine Coolant: What Are The Basics You Really Need To Know

08/12/2024

Engine Coolant, is a mixture of antifreeze and water, used to collect heat to regulate engine temperature. So, as the temperature outside changes from hot to cold, engine coolant is pumped throughout the cooling system. […]

Crankshaft Position Sensor Being Unplugged

Crankshaft Position Sensor – (CKP) – Testing And Replacement

08/07/2024

Crankshaft position sensors (CKP) read ignition timing, the (RPM) signal, and determine engine speed. But, when the crankshaft position sensor (CKP) fails, it stops transmitting the readings. Consequently, the crankshaft position sensors (CKP) readings, contain […]

Automotive Mechanic Checking for Engine Problems With Laptop

Automotive Mechanic – Challenged Every Day, With New Problems

07/30/2024

Today, being an automotive mechanic, means a lot more than just changing oil and replacing belts. So, there are a lot of difficult situations that automotive mechanics face, on a day to day basis. For […]

Piston With Piston Rings and Their Location

Engine Piston Rings – How Do They Work – How Can They Fail

07/22/2024

First, engine piston rings, have one of the most important jobs. Because, they seal the combustion chamber, while dissipating heat. And, they need to ensure that no oil reaches the combustion chamber, while keeping the […]

Fuel Injector With Buildup of Carbon Deposits On It

Fuel Injector – Deposits Can Build Up And Clog The Fuel Injector

07/19/2024

A dirty or clogged fuel injector, can cause classic engine problems. For instance, a lean misfire, rough idle, hesitation and loss of power. So, it doesn’t take much of a restriction in a fuel injector, […]

Display of Dash Warning Lights and Symbols

Engine Issues – Early Warning Signs – Major Causes Explained

07/17/2024

So, one minute your engine is running fine. Then, the next, you’re sitting on the side of the road, wondering what happened. Consequently, diagnosing engine issues, is not always easy. And, can be even harder […]

Oxygen Sensor (O2) Mounted on Exhaust Manifold

Oxygen Sensor (O2) – Rich Or Lean Engine Codes, What To Check

07/15/2024

Replacement of a good Oxygen Sensor, is a common mistake made by (DIY) mechanics all the time. So, before replacing any Oxygen Sensor, you must find the real problem first. First, the Oxygen Sensor is […]

Engine Spark Knock Images Showing Normal and Premature Combustion

Engine Spark Knock: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions

07/08/2024

Engine spark knock, sounds like a metallic knocking, pinging or rattling noise, coming from your engine. Engine spark knock, is usually heard, during moderate to heavy engine acceleration. And, usually occurs after the engine, has […]

Gasoline Direct Injection Image Spraying Fuel into Cylinder

(GDI) Gasoline Direct Injection: How It Works and Its Benefits

07/01/2024

(GDI) is a fuel injection system that sprays gasoline, directly into the combustion chamber. So, (GDI) uses a separate fuel injector, for each cylinder. As a result, this allows for direct access, to the combustion […]

Engine Not Starting: Common Causes and Solutions

06/25/2024

There’s nothing quite as disturbing, as your engine not starting. Unfortunately, it’s also, one of the most common types of engine problems. So, before your car would not start, did you notice anything out of […]

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

06/23/2024

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, […]