Danny's Engineportal : Page 5 of 13 : Helping Solve Engine Problems

Hard Starting Engine: Cold, Hot, Both or Just After Refueling

02/26/2025

So, a hard starting engine, is not a good sign and can be difficult to diagnose. But, the exact moment in the process of starting, can tell you a lot about, what may be going […]

Rough Idling Engine: What Does It Mean, How To Fix And Test It

02/24/2025

So, a rough idling engine, is a common problem, of which the exact cause, can be difficult to find. Also, the reasons for a rough idling engine can vary. With some being cheap easy fixes, […]

Automotive Engine Valves: Function, Failure, and Testing

02/20/2025

The main function, of automotive engine valves, is to let air in and out of the cylinders. Above all, the valves in your cylinder head, are a vital part of your engine and undergo, enormous […]

Engine Antifreeze Coolant: What Does It Do?, Why You Need It?

02/18/2025

Engine antifreeze coolant, plays a very important role, in keeping your cooling system, functioning efficiently. So, the main purpose, of engine antifreeze coolant, is to prevent water from freezing. While at the same time, raising […]

Ignition Coil: Function, Coil Types, Failure Symptoms, and Testing

02/14/2025

The function of the ignition coil, is to produce a high voltage, from a low voltage. Because, the high voltage from your ignition coil, is needed to ignite the fuel, and start the engine. So, […]

Engine Oil Consumption Is On The Rise: Where It Goes, And Why

02/12/2025

So, engine oil consumption, is now going up, as the oil change intervals, become higher. But, most modern engines, don’t suffer from, engine oil consumption. That’s why, many vehicle owners, forget to regularly check their […]

Starter Motor Going Bad: May Display A Few Warning Signs First

02/09/2025

The starter motor, is what gets your engine running, when you turn the ignition key or push the start button. So, a starter motor, gets a lot of wear during its life. As a result, […]

Fuel Injectors: Usually Only Fail, In One Of Three Different Ways

02/05/2025

So, today’s fuel injectors are a vital part, of a complex fuel management system. Fuel injectors, are basically a spray nozzle, that atomizes the fuel. Then, performs the final stage of delivery, to the engine. […]

Low Oil Pressure: Troubleshooting, Actually Starts At The Dipstick

02/02/2025

Low oil pressure is something no one wants, but it happens more often than you think. Consequently, low oil pressure, can cause damage to different engine components, spelling trouble for your engine. A good place […]

Hydrolocked Engine: What Does It Mean – Possible Damage

01/31/2025

When an engine is seized, from taking in a substantial amount of liquid, it is a hydrolocked engine. So, with all internal combustion engines, the internals are all designed, to deal with compressed air. Because, […]

Compression Test: How To Do It, Dry Or Wet – Review The Results

01/29/2025

Doing a compression test, is a good way to measure the condition of the rings, cylinders, and valves. So, if your engine is running rough or is lacking power, consider doing a compression test. Also, […]

Antifreeze In Oil: Means Your Engine Is Leaking Internally

01/27/2025

Antifreeze In Oil, is a sign of an internal leak. And, is usually caused by a bad gasket or engine failure. When Antifreeze mixes with engine oil, it robs the oil of its lubricating properties […]

Serpentine Belt: Function – Failure Signs – Easy Replacement

01/23/2025

The serpentine belt, is probably the most commonly used belt today. The belt snakes its way, through multiple accessories, the crank pulley, an idler pulley or two, and a tensioner. This one long belt runs […]

Exhaust Manifold Leaks: Causes, Failure Signs, Potential Damage

01/20/2025

So, exhaust manifold leaks, can be dangerous. And, also cause other costly problems. The function of the exhaust manifold, is to collect the exhaust from each cylinder. And, then combine it, into one pipe. It […]

Engine Coolant Leaks: How To Find Them – External And Internal

01/17/2025

Checking your cooling system for engine coolant leaks, is easier than you think. So, engine coolant leaks can happen, anywhere in the cooling system. Fortunately, nine out of 10 times, engine coolant leaks, are easy […]

Radiator: Engine Overheating Causes and Consequences

01/14/2025

Your radiator, helps your engine operate within a “normal” temperature range, of about 195 to 220 degrees F. However, as effective as today’s engines are, they still waste a lot of the heat energy they […]

4 Liter Jeep Engine Was Famous: But, Was Not Without Its Faults

01/11/2025

The 4 liter jeep engine, is one of AMC’s, best known engines. So, the 4 Liter Jeep Engine, was introduced in 1986, for the 1987 model year. But, is the last in the line, of […]

GM 3100 – 3400 Engine Issues: Heads, Manifolds and Rocker Bolts

01/07/2025

GM 3100 – 3400 engine issues, are still happening and are being repeated. We still have leaks, installation problems, as well as cylinder head and rocker bolt issues. That’s because, most people are still confused, […]

Valve Lifters: Hydraulic vs. Mechanical (Solid), Learn the Difference

01/04/2025

So, valve lifters, come in either hydraulic or mechanical (solid). But, what is the real difference, between them. Both, hydraulic and mechanical (solid) valve lifters, have the same job, but do it differently. They both […]

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 […]