Automotive technology has progressed significantly over the past several decades. Many of a vehicle’s functions, which were once static by design, are now variable under systematic computer control. Much advancement of this type has arisen out of the industry’s need … Read more
When you’re driving down the road or starting up your car, the last thing you want to see is a check engine light. But for thousands of drivers every day, that’s exactly what happens. But once you read the code, … Read more
When you’re driving down the road, the last thing you want to see on your vehicle’s dashboard is a check engine light. But at some point or another, it’s bound to happen. But when you finally wrench your heart out … Read more
Today’s vehicles rely heavily upon the use of highly intricate data transmission networks, in order to facilitate efficient operation. These networks allow each of a vehicle’s individual modules to communicate with one another, thereby streamlining the operation of multiple systems. … Read more
Single overhead and dual overhead camshafts have been a part of automotive, marine, motorcycle and aircraft engines since the early 20th century. Some of the first cars with a single overhead camshaft (SOHC) were the British designed 1902 Maudsley and … Read more
Once you’ve read your check engine light using an OBD2 scanner or diagnostic tool, you’ll get a letter and string of numbers that don’t mean much to the untrained eye. But what exactly is a code P0013, and how serious … Read more
The newer cars get, the more features get jam-packed into each one. While all those new features can have a slew of performance advantages when everything is working correctly, it also means that more features can pop that check engine … Read more
Few circumstances can be as aggravating, as those surrounding the sudden onset of a check engine light on your vehicle’s dash. For many, the very sight of a check engine light conjures up frustration and dismay, as one is left … Read more
A vehicle’s variable valve timing (VVT) system improves engine performance and fuel efficiency. It regulates the opening and closing of the exhaust and intake valves, in turn, controlling the fuel-air mix. This control allows for more power, better fuel economy, … Read more
The camshaft position sensor (CMP) is just one of the many electrical parts found in a vehicle. We’ll go over what this component is, the symptoms of a bad camshaft position sensor, and what you can expect its replacement cost … Read more