The engine is the heart of the automobile, the vital organ of any car. Keep your engine running smoothly with some maintenance and repair tips from the articles that follow.
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Before replacing calipers be sure to perform brake system tests that eliminate other possible vehicle problems that might cause the fade or excessive pedal travel. Refer to the Ford Light Truck Shop Manual, Section 12-01, for diagnostic procedures and adjustments that may be necessary. Read on to find out more.
Fluid Service: Avoiding the Wallet Flush Denver CO
Automotive equipment manufacturers have been quick to respond by manufacturing a variety of fluid-flushing machines designed to remove dirty, oxidized fluids from engines, cooling systems, automatic transmissions, power steering pumps, braking systems and drive axle assemblies. In most cases, these machines will shorten fluid replacement times by automatically installing an equivalent volume of factory-fresh fluid.
Master Cylinders: Reliable, Hard-Working Components Still Need Periodic Inspections Denver CO
A master cylinder piston is designed to allow the driver to compensate for a low brake pedal by pumping the brake pedal. The master cylinder bore incorporates a "breather" port located behind the piston cup, which allows brake fluid to flow into the cylinder as the brake pedal is depressed.
BMW Engine Repairs Denver CO
BMW has found it necessary to move to extended service intervals, involving condition-based oil changes and excessively separated maintenance inspections. Oil sludging, overheating problems and emissions faults are the direct result of the lack of reasonable maintenance. For more details of BMW engine repairs, read on.
Moil Oil: Zinc in Oil Denver CO
We always fear that the reduced levels of zinc and phosphorus will not properly protect the engine. Mobil Oil has answered the question that has been on the minds of a lot of hot rodders.
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BMW Engine Repairs Denver CO
BMW has found it necessary to move to extended service intervals, involving condition-based oil changes and excessively separated maintenance inspections. Oil sludging, overheating problems and emissions faults are the direct result of the lack of reasonable maintenance. For more details of BMW engine repairs, read on.
Catalytic Converter Tech Feature: Diagnosing P0420 or P0430 DTCs Denver CO
Although modern OBD II technology has simplified catalytic converter diagnostics, it’s still important to understand the basics of catalytic converter operation when dealing with a P0420 or P0430 diagnostic trouble code (DTC). Read on for more detailed information in the following article.
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It is a moral dilemma that many shops encounter on a regular basis. It starts when a good customer comes in with the engine light a blaze. Running your usual diagnostics, you encounter a catalytic converter efficiency code, slow to responded oxygen sensor or some proprietary fuel trim code. Other than the light, the customer has not noticed any other running problems.
Engine Builders Have More Options Than Ever Denver CO
The foundation of every engine is the cylinder block. Whether you are rebuilding a stock engine or building up a street performance engine, a circle track engine, drag engine, marine engine or whatever, you have to start with a good, solid block that’s machinable and free from cracks and other defects.
Engine Tuning & Chassis Upgrades Denver CO
The smaller displacement engines that are turbocharged or supercharged tend to be the most likely chosen to be upgraded because of their power-to-weight ratio. Read on to have a closer look.
Fluid Service: Avoiding the Wallet Flush Denver CO
Automotive equipment manufacturers have been quick to respond by manufacturing a variety of fluid-flushing machines designed to remove dirty, oxidized fluids from engines, cooling systems, automatic transmissions, power steering pumps, braking systems and drive axle assemblies. In most cases, these machines will shorten fluid replacement times by automatically installing an equivalent volume of factory-fresh fluid.
Master Cylinder Denver CO
Although the mechanics of modern master cylinders seem deceptively simple, today's dual-piston or tandem master cylinders still require the utmost in care and attention to maintain safe, reliable operation. The tandem master cylinder contains two piston assemblies; one for each axle set or diagonally located pair of brakes. Each piston assembly has two lip seals mounted in grooves on the pistons.
Master Cylinders: Reliable, Hard-Working Components Still Need Periodic Inspections Denver CO
A master cylinder piston is designed to allow the driver to compensate for a low brake pedal by pumping the brake pedal. The master cylinder bore incorporates a "breather" port located behind the piston cup, which allows brake fluid to flow into the cylinder as the brake pedal is depressed.
Moil Oil: Zinc in Oil Denver CO
We always fear that the reduced levels of zinc and phosphorus will not properly protect the engine. Mobil Oil has answered the question that has been on the minds of a lot of hot rodders.
Phenolic Pistons Denver CO
Before replacing calipers be sure to perform brake system tests that eliminate other possible vehicle problems that might cause the fade or excessive pedal travel. Refer to the Ford Light Truck Shop Manual, Section 12-01, for diagnostic procedures and adjustments that may be necessary. Read on to find out more.
Replacing Oxygen Sensor: Saving the Environment and Your Customer's Catalytic Converter Denver CO
The performance of the O2 sensor tends to diminish with age as contaminants accumulate on the sensor tip and gradually reduce its ability to produce voltage. This kind of deterioration can be caused by a variety of substances that find their way into the exhaust such as lead, silicone, sulfur, oil ash and even some fuel additives.
Selling Services: Understanding the Importance of Bearing Grease Denver CO
Overfilling a bearing with too much grease can cause excess churning of the grease during operation and high temperatures, resulting in overheating and excess grease purging∗ (leaking). Overheating occurs because the heat generated cannot dissipate correctly, continually building until damage occurs.
Tech Tip: Cool Fix for a Ford Diesel Denver CO
Ford truck, SUV or van owner may complain of a crank/no-start condition, lack of power and coolant leak. Some vehicles equipped with a 6.0L diesel engine may exhibit those symptoms, along with oil in the coolant. The coolant leak creates a low coolant condition, which may cause the engine to overheat or result in no cabin heat.
Tech Tip: GM Liquid Gasket/Engine Sealants Information Denver CO
The GM Powertrain engineering specification for applying this sealant is an even bead, 3 mm (0.118”) in diameter. Due to the high viscosity of the sealant, a dispenser is required to meet this specification. The GE-48326 Sealant Dispenser provides the ability to apply the sealant to specification using one hand, even in areas not accessible, using the P/N 12378521 Engine Sealant cartridge and caulking gun.
Tech Tip: GM's A/T is Stuck in 2nd/3rd Gear Denver CO
Some customers may comment on one or more of the following conditions: the MIL is on; the transmission is defaulted to second gear (4L80/85-E); the transmission is defaulted to third gear (4L60/65-E); or the instrument cluster is inoperative. If you want to know how to solve the problem, it's the wise choice for you to continue reading.
When Should You Replace an Oxygen Sensor? Denver CO
Knowing how the oxygen sensor operates and what makes up the exhaust gasses that flow past the sensors and through the catalytic converter can help in determining when to replace and prevent future problems.
