Throttle position sensors are unique among engine sensors, in the sense that these are the only sensors that directly “translate” driver inputs into changes in the vehicle’s speed. As such, throttle position sensors play a critical role in how well … Continued
As any Boy Scout will tell you, making fire requires three main ingredients. These are air, fuel, and heat. This principle remains true when it comes to creating fire in your engine as part of the combustion cycle. The air … Continued
Perhaps one of the most important gaskets in your entire engine is that which sits between the cylinder head and engine block. This particular gasket is subject to extreme heat, extreme pressures, and comes into contact with fuel, engine oil, … Continued
When it comes to engine heat, balance is key. If you run too hot, your engine overheats causing a catastrophic and very expensive failure. On the flip side, if you run too cold, you increase component wear and significantly decrease … Continued
In the USA, the vast majority of vehicles today are produced with automatic transmissions. Elsewhere, such as Europe and Asia, manual transmissions are more popular, but their availability has slowly declined as they make way for increasingly popular automatic transmissions. … Continued
Perhaps one of the most important maintenance items necessary for your engine’s longevity is the oil filter. Most DIY mechanics religiously change their oil filters, along with their oil, at regular intervals to ensure that their engine continues to operate … Continued
Modern engine designs, and higher under-hood temperatures are placing increasingly heavy loads on engine cooling systems, and the radiator cooling fans are the only things that stand between effective engine temperature management, and engine failure caused by overheating. What Is … Continued
When driving a vehicle, most would agree that the gas pedal is the most fun place to set your foot. However, a heavy right foot wouldn’t be all that great if you couldn’t scrub off the speed with a good … Continued
If you have ever wondered what control arm bushings are, what they do, and why they are critically important parts of any automotive suspension system, this article will answer all the questions you have ever wanted to ask. This article … Continued
One question we often get asked is whether you need to replace both your car’s front and rear brake pads at the same time. The short answer is that you can replace your brake pads in pairs (front or rear) … Continued