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Lean Fuel Mixture

A lean fuel mixture means there’s too much air and not enough fuel in an engine’s combustion chamber. This exceeds the ideal ratio (of around 14.7:1 for gasoline).

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Fuel Pressure Regulators - Commonly Fail In One Of Two Ways
Fuel System

Fuel Pressure Regulators – Commonly Fail In One Of Two Ways

10/07/2025
All fuel-injected engines, have fuel pressure regulators to maintain a regulated high-pressure level. Fuel pressure regulators, must keep the pressure constant, in order for all the components of the system to work properly. Consequently, if […]
Engine Stalling - Proper Troubleshooting And Maintenance
Poor Performance

Engine Stalling – Proper Troubleshooting And Maintenance

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Engine stalling problems, can be hard to find and are often, sensor or temperature related. And, are more likely to occur, during cold weather or when starting a cold engine. So, this kind of engine […]
(O2) Oxygen Sensor
Emission Control Systems

(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 […]
Oxygen Sensor (O2) Mounted on Exhaust Manifold
Emission Control Systems

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 […]
(O2) Oxygen Sensor in Exhaust Manifold
Emission Control Systems

(O2) Oxygen Sensors – Function, Failure Symptoms, And Testing

03/22/2024
EVERY VEHICLE BUILT SINCE THE EARLY 1980’s, HAS ONE OR MORE (O2) OXYGEN SENSORS INTEGRATED INTO THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. So, (O2) oxygen sensors, confirm, that the proper air/fuel ratio, is actually reaching the engine. Consequently, […]
Writing Engine Assessment Report
Engine Problems

Common Engine Problems – Noises, Leaks, Overheating, And Fuel

03/17/2024
We all know it’s important to take care of your vehicle’s engine. But, there are some common engine problems, that just get overlooked. So, as a vehicle owner it is important that you’re constantly on […]

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