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Are you confused where to find the engine code on an Audi or Volkswagen? You’re in luck, because we can help you find your vehicles engine code so you can get the part you need.   Where to find the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) on an Audi or VW   You can find the engine…

This section about turbochargers features articles which explain the most salient topics of turbos. If you are here to know all about turbos or are looking for additional information to make your installation go off without a hitch, this section is for you. We hope that turbo enthusiasts will find this section interesting and useful.…

     The supercharger serves the purpose of aiding the engine in generating more power. It sends more air into the engine making it acquire more fuel, thereby generating more power. The superchargers and turbochargers perform the same function. The way they get energy to operate differs; the supercharger takes energy from the engine while the…

     Air is essential for life. That’s a correct statement. You need air to breathe. No argument there. But air isn’t good everywhere, all the time. Take your brake system, for example. Air in your car’s brake system can have disastrous consequences – not only for brake parts like the pads, rotors and master cylinder,…

  On most vehicles, the throttle body is what you’re actually controlling when you step on the gas pedal. It controls the amount of air fed into the engine, while giving a signal to the ECU so the appropriate amount of fuel is delivered at the same time. Nowadays it’s controlled electronically, but if your…

A critical component of today's modern vehicle is the sensor that measures the amount of oxygen in the exhaust gases. This sensor works with the vehicle's Electronic Control Unit (ECU) to constantly maintain the operational efficiency of the engine. If the oxygen content in the exhaust gas is too high (a lean mixture) or too…

How to Buy a Radiator   Cooling systems in an automobile help ensure that your car parts are working at an optimal temperature. Vehicle components normally generate a lot of heat when they are functioning. Their operating temperature should be maintained in a certain range to ensure an ideal performance and longer lifetime. Radiators, basically…

How Does a Turbocharger Work? Turbochargers are commonly used on truck, car, train, aircraft and construction equipment engines. The way a turbo works is quite unique. Since we all know that the engine pushes out exhaust gasses when running, the gasses are forced through the natural piping from the combustion chamber and pushed into the…

How to Buy Headlights   The headlights are one of the important safety features of your vehicle, that allow you to see the road ahead at night or during foggy weather conditions. Without headlights, you will find it difficult to see the road ahead clearly, which can endanger both you and other drivers. These important…

How to Buy a Steering Pump   A power steering pump provides the required hydraulic pressure to steer your automobile with a minimal effort on the steering wheel. Knowing about the working of a steering pump and its possible causes of failure and their symptoms can help you in addressing the problems at an earlier…