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

02/26/2023

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 […]

Auto Repair Basics - If You Drive, You Should Learn Basic Repairs
Maintenance

Auto Repair Basics – If You Drive, You Should Learn Basic Repairs

12/20/2022

It can be difficult to make your own vehicle repairs, especially if you don’t know the, auto repair basics. So, the first thing you should do is, get your hands on a good, auto repair […]

Automotive Mechanic - Challenged Every Day, With New Problems
Engine Problems

Automotive Mechanic – Challenged Every Day, With New Problems

12/12/2022

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

Engine Issues - Early Warning Signs - Major Causes Explained
Engine Problems

Engine Issues – Early Warning Signs – Major Causes Explained

12/05/2022

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 […]

Diagnose Engine Problems - With Nothing More Than Your Senses
Engine Problems

Diagnose Engine Problems – With Nothing More Than Your Senses

08/10/2022

By paying attention to your car, you can diagnose engine problems, with your sight, hearing, touch and smell. Most of the time the driver, will be the first to notice, when something is starting to […]

Engine Damage - Look For Gradual Deterioration, Before It's Too Late
Engine Damage

Engine Damage – Look For Deterioration, Before It’s Too Late

07/11/2022

It’s not always easy to recognize, when your vehicle is suffering from possible engine damage. Many symptoms can be overlooked and seen as “normal.” (Engine Damage) While not all symptoms may threaten the life of […]

Repeat Engine Failures - Not Properly Diagnosing The Original Problem
Engine Damage

Repeat Engine Failures – Not Properly Diagnosing The Original Problem

05/29/2022

The installer’s worst nightmare, repeat engine failures; from a lack of proper diagnosis. So, you have replaced an engine, cylinder head, or crankshaft in your vehicle. But, a short time later; you have repeat engine […]

Intermittent Temperature Related Engine Problems - Where To Start !
Cooling Heating

Intermittent Temperature Related Engine Problems – Where To Start !

04/01/2022

Diagnosing intermittent temperature related engine problems, can be a challenge, especially if they affect driveability. Problems that come and go or only occur under certain driving or operating conditions; can be very difficult to troubleshoot. […]

Engine Problems - What are the most common, car engine problems.
Engine Problems

Engine Problems – What are the most common, car engine problems.

03/12/2022

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

Automotive Engine Failure - Common warning signs and major causes.
Engine Damage

Automotive Engine Failure – Common warning signs and major causes.

02/24/2022

Automotive engine failure, is usually one of the last components, that will fail in your vehicle. Still, automotive engine failure, does happen, quite often. But, there are ways that you can, mitigate the damage. Consequently, […]

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  • Crankshaft Position Sensor - (CKP) - Testing And Replacement
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