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The camshaft synchronizer assembly consists of a camshaft position sensor mounted on an oil pump intermediate shaft. The synchronizer is driven off the camshaft, and sends the camshaft rotational position … Continue Reading What does a Camshaft Synchronizer Assembly do for your engine?
What is a tuneup? This type of preventative maintenance can nip problems in the bud and keep your vehicle running smoothly. Here’s why you should get one.
Exactly what is a camshaft position sensor, and how does it work? Learn how camshafts and their sensors help your engine achieve combustion efficiently.
In Coil-on-Plug (COP) technology, since each cylinder has a coil, the PCM controls individual cylinder firings for more precise ignition timing, reduced emissions and better fuel economy. Where are these … Continue Reading What does an Ignition Coil-on-Plug coil do for your engine?
Diesel fuel ignition is highly dependent on temperature. Learn how a glow plug warmer can make cold starting easier and reduce emissions.
Dealing with climate extremes? Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of remote car starters.
Old and failing spark plugs can cause a host of problems in your engine, and it should be expected that you’ll have to change them at least a few times during the life of a vehicle. Luckily, it’s a pretty straightforward DIY that requires close attention, but not many tools. With the right know-how and a few tricks up your sleeve, changing spark plugs is a simple…
Learn about different types of spark plugs, and gain insight into which choice is best suited for your car.
As technology advances, the efficiency of the spark plug has increased, resulting in higher combustion efficiencies. The design evolution has reduced the quenching effect on the flame kernel. The quenching … Continue Reading Did You Know: Spark Plug Evolution
Changing your car’s spark plugs is a necessary form of preventive maintenance. How often should you change spark plugs? Here’s the answer.