HOW DO YOU KNOW IF YOU’RE DRIVING WITH A CLOGGED FUEL FILTER? Here are five of the bad fuel filter symptoms to watch for: You have a hard time starting car. If the problem is the fuel filter, and it isn’t changed soon, you may find that your vehicle won’t start at all. Mi...
The EGR sensor is a significant component within an exhaust system of the vehicle that observes the flow & composition of the exhaust gases which are recirculated back into the vehicle engine. So this helps the ECU (engine control unit) to adjust the operation of the EGR valve, which in tu...
Symptoms of a bad thermostat can be divided into two types:Thermostat stuck open: When the thermostat is stuck open, the engine temperature drops below normal when driving, especially on the highway in cold weather. A stuck-open thermostat can also cause a lack of heat from the heating syste...
A bad PCV valve may stick or not close properly. This allows an excess of oxygen to enter the combustion chamber. Excess oxygen dilutes the air/fuel mixture ratio, causing a “rich” fuel mixture. A rich mixture can lead to a build up of back pressure in the exhaust system, which can...
Symptoms of a bad alternator Proper alternator operation Alternator Testing with a voltmeter Temperature Compensated Alternators A bad way to test an alternator Voltage regulator tests Wiring tests Older Vehicle Regulators How long can a car run with a bad alternator? Bypassing the Voltage Regulator on...
Power loss can also happen due to a bad spark plug,bad fuel filter,failing fuel pump, timing belt, etc. But failed head gasket could also be the culprit. What’s the cost of repairing blown head gasket? The cost of repairing a blown head gasket can range between $1000 to $2000dependin...
Verify that there is fuel in the vehicle. Turn the key on and listen for the fuel pump noise. Lack of fuel pump noise indicates a bad fuel pump, fuel pump relay or fuel pump fuse. Engine Turns Over But Does Not Try to Fire
Symptoms of Bad Battery CablesYour car's interior lighting dims.Your engine is slow to crank.Your engine fails to start.You hear a clicking noise when you
Increased braking distanceis a clear sign of bad or failing brake boosters. Warning lights, such as the ABS, or anti-lock braking system, will activate if you have an electronic brake booster system failure. Fluid leakage is typical for hydraulic booster failure. Electronic brake boosters housed...
Knowing the bad PCM symptoms helps to spot the troubling point and seek a solution. A poorly running engine The PCM is the brain behind the operation and regulation of the fuel system. Various engine components and sensors send the PCM data about the functions of the engine. The module analy...