Fuel System
Diesel vehicles are a big part of life here in Hamilton – whether you’re running a Toyota Hilux out in Te Kowhai, hauling the boat from Cambridge, or zipping the kids to footy practice in a VW Touareg along Ulster Street. They go the distance, but only if you look...
Diesel engines are awesome for grunt and reliability – but like anything, they need a bit of love to keep ’em running sweet. Whether you’re cruising up and down Te Rapa Road, crawling through peak-hour on Kahikatea Drive, or bouncing over potholes out Ruakura way,...
All about your fuel filter (and why you should care!) Alright, let’s have a chat about fuel filters. You probably don’t give yours a second thought until the car starts spluttering down Kahikatea Drive or idling rough on a cold Hillcrest morning. But this little bit...
Why are fuel lines important? Fuel lines are a vital part of your car’s fuel system. Without a functional fuel line, petrol or diesel will not reach your engine, making your car unusable. The fuel line (or fuel hose) is in charge of delivering petrol or diesel...
What does the fuel filter do? Over time, dust and particles will find their way into your car’s fuel system. Since modern fuel injection systems are very easily clogged, it is important that these contaminants are removed before they reach the injectors and...
About the fuel pump: The fuel pump is responsible for delivering fuel from the petrol tank, through the fuel injectors and into your engine. This allows your engine to burn the fuel. For optimum engine performance, the fuel pump must deliver fuel at the appropriate...
