Engine Diagnostics
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...
What does the engine fuel pressure sensor do? The fuel pressure sensor is an important part of the fuel system assembly on most diesel vehicles and some petrol vehicles. It is responsible for analysing fuel pressure levels and sending the information to your...
About low engine fuel pressure: The fuel pump is responsible for sending fuel to your car’s fuel injectors where it enters your engine and provides your car with energy. Low fuel pressure occurs when the fuel pump is not sending fuel with enough force. This...
About fuel consumption: Fuel consumption (or fuel economy / fuel efficiency) is a measurement that depicts how much fuel your car uses. It is usually measured in kilometres per litre (km/L) or miles per gallon (MPG). Your car’s fuel economy depends on several...
What happens if the coolant and oil mix? Oil and coolant are the two most important fluids in your engine. The oil lubricates the engine, allowing it to run smoothly. The coolant keeps the engine at an optimal temperature. Coolant and oil mixing is a bad sign. This is...
What happens when your car overheats? Overheating happens when the engine reaches higher temperatures (generally above 100 degrees Celsius). This can happen for several reasons, but it can usually be attributed to a problem in your cooling system. Overheating can be...
