Engine Diagnostics
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...
Why won’t your car start? Inside your car’s engine is a mixture of air and fuel, supplied to the engine via the fuel pump. When you turn the key, the ignition will cause the engine’s air/fuel mixture to ignite. The ignition system is powered by your...
Why is your engine louder than normal? It is normal for your engine to produce noise. However, a loud engine can often point to problems in your engine, engine mounts or exhaust system. Excess engine noise is often caused by rumbling or shaking within the engine bay,...
