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Six Steps to Diagnosing a Bad Catalytic Converter

A catalytic converter is a component that aids in reducing the level of pollutants present in the vehicle's exhaust gases. The by-products of combustion, when left unfiltered will be detrimental to the environment. As with other components of the vehicle, the cat converter may fail, requiring it to be addressed immediately. Generally, when any…

REPAIR INJECTOR

The injector repair "How To" section of our site is here to help when you need that little bit of extra knowledge to get your project up and running. From the list below select the video or article that is related to info for the product line desired. Symptoms of Bad Fuel Injectors The…

Sanden AC Compressor: R134a Important Information

R134a/PAG Oil Handling Precautions: As a conscientious member of the global community, Sanden Corporation with its subsidiaries is committed to the elimination of CFC-based refrigerant. This manual focuses on the service information for Sanden compressors intended for use with R134a and PAG oils. 1. Always follow the safety precautions as suggested by the…

HOW TO REPAIR WINDOW REGULATOR

Windows are the main means of ventilation in a vehicle. The window glasses can be rolled up or down to fix them at a position depending on the comfort of the occupants. The window regulators help serve this function in the window mechanism. This article covers information on the working and the types of window…

Air Intake Cracks and Leaks Examples

One of the common issues that causes the mass air flow sensor to read incorrectly is an air leak in the intake system. An air leak may not seem very serious but it allows dirt and debris into the engine which can cause issues down the road. When the air passes through the mass…

Buyer’s Guide: How to Buy an Intercooler

How to Buy an Intercooler An intercooler is a component used in vehicles with turbo or superchargers. It cools the pressurized-hot air entering the engine from the turbo, thereby preventing the engine from premature wear and detonation. An intercooler is so called because it is usually placed in between turbos in a multiple-turbo system.…

Headlights

Introduction: Headlights have many parts associated with it, but they are all intended to serve the same function. Each headlight is designed to illuminate the road ahead at night-time or in low-visibility conditions such as severe fog or rain. It can be switched to provide high and low beams, as needed. The high beam provides…

What is a FICM?

It is known that fuel is delivered into an engine to mix with the air and produce the power needed for a vehicle. The fuel has to be introduced into the engine at a specific time and the amount of fuel entering the cylinder is also crucial in determining the power generated by the engine.…

How to Diagnose a Failed Turbocharger?

Turbocharger Tips

Turbocharger Not Working? A failed turbocharger can be much more than just an internal issue, the turbo failure may have occurred due to external issues. Turbochargers are designed to operate in very specific tolerances that don’t leave much room for variation. Failures can occur for a number of reasons from metal fatigue to…

How To Troubleshoot Steering

Steering Tips

Troubleshooting Steering & Suspension Problems From about.com;The steering and suspension systems of the car are fairly robust and generally not too much goes wrong with them. With the advent of rack and pinion steering and the use of MacPherson strut suspensions, a lot of moving parts have been eliminated. Things still can go wrong and…