A blower motor is a combination of a motor and a fan that forces air through the vents into the passenger cabin. Its speed is controlled by a resistor. The blower motor is a part of the climate control system. In certain Mercedes models, there may be a problem with the blower, which does not…
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Buyer’s Guide: How to Buy Air Suspension Parts
How to Buy Air Suspension Parts Air suspension systems, which were used in heavy-duty vehicles like trucks, are now commonly used in mainstream automobiles. Earlier air suspension systems essentially replaced the coil springs with air bags. Modern air suspension systems include various components such as the air compressor, dryer, air lines and solenoids…
Read moreHow To Bench Bleed a Step Bore Master Cylinder
How To Bench Bleed a Step Bore Master Cylinder Step-by-Step Procedure to Bench Bleed a Step Bore Brake Master Cylinder Video Transcription: When installing a master cylinder, it is important to get all the air out of the system. If you don't, it can cause poor brake performance. A soft or non-responsive brake pedal…
Read moreREPAIR THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR
How To Repair Throttle Position Sensor The throttle position sensor in your vehicle serves as a potentiometer (a three-terminal resistor with a sliding contact that forms an adjustable voltage divider used for measuring electric potential). It sends variable voltage signals to your car's computer with respect to the position of the throttle plates. The…
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The oil basically functions as a lubricant that ensures a smooth movement between the metal parts of the engine while preventing them from overheating. This page explains the significance of oil pump in maintaining the engine parts. Symptoms of a Faulty Oil Pump Function of an Oil Pump The oil pump compresses the oil…
Read moreWhat are the Pros and Cons of a Supercharger?
Pros of a Supercharger Despite being considered a grandpa in comparison to turbochargers, superchargers were only invented a few years before the turbocharger. Some advantages of a supercharger include: No Lag A supercharger has no lag and consistent power delivery. Power delivery is instantaneous because the supercharger is driven by the engine’s crankshaft. Increased Horsepower…
Read moreAC Speed Sensor Install
Introduction: The AC speed sensor measures the speed of the compressor and the engine. The air conditioning amplifier compares the speed of the compressor and engine, to prevent the compressor from locking down. The AC speed sensor is otherwise called as a lock-up sensor. It is usually located in the rear or bottom of the…
Read moreWhat is Active Steering?
Active steering first appeared in the BMW 5 series in 2003. According to BMW, “Active Steering offers precision, agility, and comfort in every driving situation.” What does that mean for the driver? It means that active steering will enhance your car’s driving performance when you are driving in city traffic, when you are parking…
Read moreWhat are the Pros and Cons of a Turbocharger?
Pros of a Turbocharger There are many pros to having a turbocharger in your vehicle. The advantages of having a turbocharger over a supercharger include: Increase in Power Bottom line, a turbo gives your vehicle more power and allows for smaller engine displacements to product much more power relative to its size. Higher Efficiency Turbos…
Read moreRemove and Replace an Alternator
Step By Step Guide The alternator supplies power to the vehicle’s electrical needs. Therefore, knowing how to remove and replace an alternator is very important for all of you do-it-yourselfers. Plus, the huge benefit of saving a bunch of money is always nice too. Step 1 Locate the battery and disconnect the battery cables.…
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