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Engine Rattling Noise – Reasons You May Have Them – Solutions

06/06/2025

You start your engine like normal, but you hear an engine rattling noise, you’ve never heard before. Subsequently, an engine rattling noise, can spring up from a number of different sources. So, the first part […]

Emission Control Systems – What Are They – How Do They Work

06/04/2025

Emission control systems help control fuel fumes, while cleaning engine producing exhaust gases. So, emission control systems, have been efficient in reducing air pollution, caused by automotive engines. And, emission control systems, depend on a […]

Engine Problems Can Be Scary – Learn About The Common Ones

05/31/2025

For most people, diagnosing engine problems is not easy. And, can be scary to even think about. That’s why, our fear of the unknown, is what makes engine problems so scary. So, if you own […]

Oil Pan Gasket Leak – How to Diagnose and Confirm the Leak

05/28/2025

An oil pan gasket leak is something no one wants. But, oil pan leaks are probably the most common leaks. So, it is not uncommon, for the gasket to wear out and start leaking oil. […]

Engine Sludge – Causes and Prevention Tips

05/25/2025

Engine sludge forms, as the engine oil oxidizes and breaks down. During oxidation the oil combines with dirt, fuel, metal particles, water, gases, and coolant. As a result, leaving behind deposits, recognized as engine sludge. […]

Reducing Fuel Consumption - Keep the Money, in Your Pocket

Reducing Fuel Consumption – Keep More Money, in Your Pocket

04/28/2025

Reducing fuel consumption is a big concern today. All because of the constant increase, in the cost of fuel. However, proactive steps can be taken, by paying attention to your driving habits, and following a […]

Bad Radiator Cap – A Cheap Fix, For a Potential Disaster

04/22/2025

First, when was the last time you checked to see if you had a, bad radiator cap ? The radiator cap is a very important part of the engine’s cooling system. But, it is often […]

Engine Oil Leaks – How To Find Them – Repair Recommendations

04/18/2025

Engine oil leaks, can simply be minor annoyances, or they can be serious threats, to the life of your engine. So, having engine oil leaks, means that you have, less lubricant inside the engine. And, […]

Engine Timing Belt – Sets The Mechanical Heartbeat Of The Engine

04/14/2025

Neglecting your engine timing belt, could destroy your engine from the inside out. So, the timing belt, is a very simple part, but it can also be a ticking time bomb. Depending on the year, […]

White Stuff Under My Oil Filler Cap – What Is It ? Is It Bad ?

04/07/2025

So, you take the oil cap off of your valve cover, to top off your oil. Then, you find milky creamy white stuff, coating the bottom of the oil cap and down into the filler […]

Valve Stem Seal Failure: Follow The Symptoms and Conditions

04/04/2025

The purpose of the valve stem seal, is to prevent the oil from the cylinder head, entering the combustion chamber. So, the valve stem seal, plays a critical role in controlling valve lubrication, as well […]

Oil Consumption Has Many Causes, But, Worn Bearings Add To It

03/31/2025

Oil consumption is something nobody wants. But, worn engine bearings can make it even worse ? Engine oil consumption past rings, will only get worse, when engine bearings begin to wear out. So, oil consumption […]

Valve Springs Can Cause, Floating Valves and Pumped Up Lifters

03/26/2025

Valve Springs, have a very basic job, but how they do it, is very important. By the time they have 100,000 miles on them, they have probably lost up to 10%, of their tension. The […]

Automotive Engine Failure: Warning Signs And Major Causes

03/24/2025

Automotive engine failure, is usually one of the last things to happen in your vehicle. Still, automotive engine failure, does happen more than you think. But, there are ways that you can reduce the amount […]

Fuel Getting Into Engine Oil: Learn The Cause, Effect And The Fix

03/20/2025

First, fuel getting into engine oil is bad. Because, it lowers the lubricating qualities of the oil. And, it lowers the engine oil viscosity, causing the oil to thin out to a dangerous level. Above […]

Valve Job: Why Would You Need One – Causes – What To Expect

03/18/2025

You may have heard the term, valve job, because older engines frequently needed their valves reconditioned. You rarely hear about, valve problems or valve jobs in today’s engines. Because, modern (OHC) engines, have fewer parts […]

Vehicle Noise: What Do You Hear And When Do You Hear It?

03/15/2025

So, hearing unfamiliar vehicle noise, can cause panic in many drivers. Consequently, many do not know enough about vehicle systems, to know if it’s something to worry about or not. That’s why, listening to your […]

(O2) Oxygen Sensor: Function – Failure Symptoms – With Testing

03/10/2025

The, (O2) Oxygen Sensor, measures the difference, between the amount of (O2) in the exhaust gas. And, the amount of (O2) in air. So, with that information and other sources, the (ECU) can decide, whether […]

Hydraulic Valve Lifter Noise: Usually, A Ticking Or Tapping

03/06/2025

Hydraulic valve lifter noise is usually a symptom, that something may be wrong with your engine. So, all engines make some noise, but when you hear an unusual ticking or tapping noise, it usually means […]

Fuel Wash: What is it – Check If You Have It – Common Causes

03/03/2025

There is a condition, that adds to many engine failures, generally referred to as, “fuel wash”. Above all, there is only thing protecting your cylinder walls and bearings, from fuel wash. Consequently, that is, the […]