If you are having trouble determining what your car’s Common engine codes mean, this article will help. Learn about the P0128 code, EVAP system, and CKP sensor. Identifying common engine codes is easy when you know the cause. Follow these tips to fix common problems and avoid costly repairs. Read this article to find out… Continue Reading
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Understanding Engine DTC Codes
There are many reasons your car may have engine DTC codes. Some are manufacturer-specific and may not have anything to do with emissions. However, these codes can still be useful to troubleshoot a problem. Here is a brief look at some of the most common ones. Learn about their meaning and characteristics below. You can… Continue Reading
What Do EOBD Codes Mean?
When your car gives you a “9” or an “8,” the issue may be related to the transmission or a sensor. If you see an “8” in your car’s computer screen, you should contact your dealer right away. In the meantime, you can look up the meaning of eobd codes. Learn about the OBD communication… Continue Reading
Ford DTC List – How to Find and Clear DTCs on Your Ford
Having a Check Engine Light on? If so, you probably have an errant Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) on your car. If this is the case, this article will explain what these codes are and how to clear them. Read on to learn how to find and clear your Ford’s DTC. This article will be useful… Continue Reading
What to Do When Your Car Displays an Ob11 Code
You may have a problem with your vehicle’s transmission if you get an ob11 code. You can fix it by replacing the transmission or its related parts. In this article, you’ll learn about the most common causes of this code, and what to look for. You may also see an “8” for sensor failure. In… Continue Reading
How to Test Vehicle’s Sensors
After you retrieve the trouble codes from your vehicle’s on-board computer, you can now check the car sensors. Always refer to your service manual for specifications on your make and model vehicle. The first trouble code to check is the throttle position sensor (TPS). The TPS is located either on the side of the carburetor… Continue Reading
How to Tell if Your Car Speakers Are Blown
Your car stereo is one of those things that you take for granted until something goes horribly awry. When you get in your vehicle you expect to be able to turn it on and your favorite station or CD will start like it always does and sound good. If it doesn’t go on or if… Continue Reading
The Good Oil on Exhausts Gas Turbochargers
The rising number of turbocharged vehicles in the market should translate to new sales potential for aftermarket workshops. Although the service life of a turbocharger should be identical to that of the engine, certain circumstances like poor maintenance, inadequate lubrication or excessive exhaust gas will require premature replacement. A turbocharger is designed to match the… Continue Reading
Is Synthetic Motor Oil Better For Your Car?
Transcript: In this video we’re going to be talking about why synthetic motor oil is better than conventional motor oil. And I’m also going to be including a demonstration to help prove some of these points now there’s all kinds of different ways in which you could talk about the differences between synthetic and conventional… Continue Reading
Common Vehicle Noises & Sounds and What They Mean
Fixing a car is much easier when you know what the problem is. All too often a car owner will have real problems with their automobile driving down the road and the second they pull into a repair shop the car starts running fine. This is a common phenomenon and frustrates mechanics everywhere. The only… Continue Reading
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