RepairSmith

APRIL 25, 2024

Engine code P0442 stands for “Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (Small Leak).” It’s a diagnostic trouble code indicating problems with the Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) System. It prevents fuel vapor from escaping into the atmosphere via the fuel tank or fuel system and directs it to the engine to burn off.

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Girls Auto Clinic

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

The emission inspection tests your vehicle's engine and emissions efficiency or how much pollutants your car puts into the environment. Cars have many sophisticated parts, computers, and sensors that manage and control how much gas your engine uses and how much “junk” comes out of your tailpipe!

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AutoSuccess

OCTOBER 25, 2023

When a customer has a vehicle with a check engine light glowing, and the OBD II reader shows a P0420 or related (P0421, P0430, P0431) code, it’s probably because there’s an issue with the catalytic converter efficiency. It’s also effective after failing an emissions test. Rislone offers a money-back guarantee.

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Motor Verso

OCTOBER 24, 2023

As someone who owns and drives mainly old, oft-modified cars, failing emissions tests (and trying to figure out how to… Read more » The post How To Lower HC Emissions At Idle: 7 Common Causes & Fixes appeared first on Motor Verso.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2023

When a customer has a vehicle with a check engine light glowing, and the OBD-II reader shows a P0420 or related (P0421, P0430, P0431) code, it’s probably because there’s an issue with the catalytic converter efficiency. An inefficient converter itself isn’t a hazard, but it can overheat and damage engine components.

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RepairSmith

MARCH 28, 2024

Noticed a fuel smell from your engine? Well, if it’s accompanied by a rough idle and other engine performance problems, then you might need a purge valve replacement. To help prevent a breakdown or excessive emissions, we’ll discuss what the purge valve does, the replacement process, and repair costs.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Some misfire complaints are a flashing check engine light, and a P0300 to P0312 diagnostic trouble code (DTC) indicates that one or more cylinders are misfiring. The engine usually feels rough, lacks power and uses more gas than usual. For example, if the engine is in open-loop operation, it might not run the misfire monitor.

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RepairSmith

JANUARY 21, 2024

While an EVAP leak will not pose an immediate safety risk, it can reduce your car’s fuel efficiency and affect engine performance if left unchecked. Can an EVAP Leak Cause Engine Misfires? The loss of fuel vapor also affects your car’s fuel efficiency , resulting in reduced mileage and increased emissions. Let’s find out.

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RB Auto Service

MAY 1, 2023

Your exhaust system directs noxious fumes away from your engine and reduces noise. Overall, a properly functioning exhaust system is critical for a healthy engine. The exhaust system filters pollutants from entering your vehicle’s cabin, keeping you and the environment safe. Why Get Regular Checks?

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RepairSmith

JANUARY 15, 2024

It could lead to poor fuel efficiency , stalling , engine damage, or even fires. Since your engine will face fuel starvation, accelerating or driving unnecessarily will overheat and damage the engine. Since your engine will face fuel starvation, accelerating or driving unnecessarily will overheat and damage the engine.

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RepairSmith

JANUARY 29, 2024

The camshaft position sensor (CMP sensor) ensures the engine’s valves open and close at the correct times for smooth engine performance. Illuminated Check Engine Light When the camshaft sensor fails, the Engine Control Unit detects an irregularity in the camshaft’s position data and activates the check engine light.

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Hollenshades Auto Service

JULY 7, 2023

Diesel’s evolution in response to emission standards: This steep change over a relatively short amount of time lead many manufactures to stop selling their existing lines of diesel-engine cars in the US until they could meet the new standards. Efficiency in a thermal engine comes from increasing the temperature of combustion.

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RepairSmith

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

If this fuel filter becomes damaged or clogged, it can restrict fuel flow from the fuel tank to the engine. Note : Besides a fuel pump issue, vacuum leaks in the engine’s intake manifold or vacuum lines and problems with the timing belt can also lead to a whining noise. Your fuel efficiency or gas mileage also takes a hit.

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RepairSmith

JANUARY 15, 2024

Does your engine stall frequently or doesn’t start at all ? If it breaks down, it could lead to issues like engine misfire, poor acceleration, or low gas mileage. A crankshaft sensor detects the position and speed of your engine’s crankshaft. This will lead to difficulty in starting the engine.

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RepairSmith

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Can an Exhaust Leak Cause Engine Failure? Loud Engine Noise An exhaust leak is typically followed by loud engine noise, including rumbling, hissing, or popping when accelerating. This triggers the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to direct more fuel to the combustion chamber. Here’s how: Let the engine cool down.

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RepairSmith

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Bad O2 sensor symptoms , when left unchecked, can result in poor engine performance and cause harmful emissions. Blinking or Illuminated Check Engine Light A continuously illuminated or flashing Check Engine Light (CEL) is an early indicator of a failed oxygen sensor. This can result in an engine misfire or rough idling.

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RepairSmith

JANUARY 9, 2024

You’ll technically be able to start and drive your car with a faulty O2 sensor, but you’ll likely face poor engine performance and a drop in fuel economy. When this happens, you may experience an engine misfire and engine damage (if the issue is unaddressed). You may also see increased emissions or black smoke from the tailpipe.

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Alex's Autohaus

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Depending on the vehicle, this engine has a base output of between 500 and 641. TFSI: 463 kW / 850 Nm ECU Tune (Stage 1) Far and away the best upgrade for this engine (really, any turbocharged engine) is an ECU tune. Keep in mind, downpipe upgrades will prevent you from passing emissions tests and may not be legal in all areas.

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Alex's Autohaus

MARCH 16, 2023

The BMW-made B48 engine has become a mainstay in the Mini brand. The B48 is a versatile engine, with power ranging between 154 and 302 horsepower. This skip in the timing causes a catastrophic miscue in synchronization, which would cause the pistons and valves to collide and render the engine useless.

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TuneAutos

JANUARY 26, 2023

It is responsible for preventing the engine from overheating by keeping the coolant at the right operating temperature (around 90-105°C or 195-221°F). You may also notice that the engine is overheating frequently or that the heater in your car is not running as well as it should. ✔ This article has been fact checked.

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Alex's Autohaus

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Older cars featuring this engine are becoming very affordable. This engine is significantly different from the first generation, and we will be covering the best upgrades for it in a future article. Engine Details The 4.0t Engine is a twin-turbocharged V8 engine featuring a “Hot-V” turbocharger layout.

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Girls Auto Clinic

JULY 25, 2022

You can bring in your car as many times as it needs, plus we added the following required services to keep your vehicle running in tip-top shape: rear wipers, cabin air filters, wheel alignments, tire repairs, and check engine light scans! We added more value for our VID Members!

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Girls Auto Clinic

JUNE 21, 2021

If you have a coupe or sedan that requires conventional oil for the engine, the membership starts at $40 per month for one year. To see all options for our memberships check out our VID page. Does this sound good to you? Become a VID member today.

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PA Auto Inspection

JULY 28, 2021

This is mainly because a larger volume of these gasses being emitted from your vehicle means that there’s an issue with the engine that needs to be addressed. This is where car emissions testing comes in. State Law The state law on vehicle emissions varies, depending on the state.

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