Engine Diagnostics
What causes smoke to come from the engine? There are several different things that can cause your engine to produce smoke while you are driving. However, it generally means that something is burning that shouldn’t be. If you notice smoke coming from your engine...
About Oil Consumption Correct oil levels are vital to the health and longevity of your car’s engine. Oil lubricates the various parts inside your engine, preventing them from creating friction. When oil burns, leaks or loses its effectiveness, engine parts may...
About car service / oil change reminder lights: Car service reminder lights are a helpful feature that alerts drivers when it’s time for regular maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, and other important services. However, these lights can sometimes...
What is high car engine oil pressure? High oil pressure can be a serious issue in a car’s engine as it can cause damage to the engine over time. High oil pressure can be caused by a number of factors such as worn or damaged oil pump, malfunctioning oil pressure...
About the throttle body: The throttle body is an important part of your car’s air intake system. Inside the throttle body is a small plate that opens in response to the accelerator pedal being pressed down. When the plate opens, air is let through the throttle...
What is the Idle Air Control (IAC) valve? The idle air control valve is an important engine component found in most cars. Its role is to increase and decrease engine idle speed so that your car can idle smoothly regardless of operating conditions. The idle air control...
