Volumetric efficiency is used to describe the amount of fuel/air in the cylinder in relation to regular atmospheric air. If the cylinder is filled with fuel/air at atmospheric pressure, then the engine is said to have 100% volumetric efficiency. On the other hand, super chargers and turbo chargers increase the pressure entering the cylinder, giving… Continue Reading
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J1587 Introduction
J1587 SAE J1587 is a specification which defines emails being sent on a SAE J1708 system. J1708 specifies the information link and actual layers, while J1587 specifies the transportation, system, and application layers. J1587 resembles J1922, which defines emails for a J1708 system as well as the exact same three protocol layers. J1587 is outdated… Continue Reading
Must Have Tools and Equipment Every Aspiring Mechanic Needs
Every aspiring mechanic needs certain tools. You may be someone who wants to qualify in this trade and open your own repair shop or you’re simply a DIY enthusiast who wants to fix your own vehicles in your own garage. Either way it’s vital to know what tools you require to carry out this type… Continue Reading
How To Check Engine Compression
Engines need to have an equal amount of compression in each cylinder to run smooth. If one cylinder is lower it can cause a reduction in horse power, torque and a rough idle. Cylinder leak down tester can be done to test the cause of this status and how well sealed your car engine is. Actually a… Continue Reading
What You Should Know About DTC Faults
DTC faults or Diagnostic Trouble Codes are the codes generated and stored by a vehicles On-board Diagnostic system indicating that a part or section of the vehicle is malfunctioning. DTC Codes identify a specific problem area. Technicians can use the codes to diagnose the problem in causing the OBD to report the fault. On-board diagnostic… Continue Reading
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