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There isn’t anything worse for a car owner to hear than the news that their car needs a new engine. But the truth is sometimes the engine in your car simply dies. While there are things you can do to help keep your engine healthy and your car on the road, it is also important …
Dear Car Guy, I keep hearing about carbon build-up and that it can hurt my car. Can you please explain what carbon build-up is and how it can impact my engine? Thank you, Bill Q., Phoenix, AZ Hi, Bill, Many car manufacturers are now using direct-injection (DI) technology in their new designs because it increases …
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Does your car sputter when you step on the accelerator? If yes, it could be because you are low on gas. However, if your tanks are full, then it could indicate a different kind of car trouble starting from either the fuel system in your car or a faulty exhaust or even worn out parts. …
A common complaint we hear at Virginia Auto Service is that a customer’s car starts fine but then the engine dies immediately. Of course, most people will simply restart the engine in the hopes that the car will start. However, this may not happen in most cases. If the problem lies with either the electrical …
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The right air-to-fuel ratio is an important aspect of good engine maintenance. When this ratio is maintained, the circumstances inside the internal combustion chamber of the engine are ideal for ignition and general functioning of the car engine. It is the job of the control unit of the engine to control the various components, including …
Why Maintaining the Right Mix of Fuel and Air is Crucial to Your Car Engine Read More »
Motor oil is often considered the lifeblood of your vehicle. Having regular oil changes is probably one of the most important maintenance tasks performed on your vehicle. Motor oil lubricates the moving parts of your engine, reducing friction and keeping the engine cool. When the oil is new and unused it is a transparent and …
What is Motor Oil Sludge – And How Can You Prevent It? Read More »
We’re sure you’ve seen it, a car pulled off to the side of the road, steam pouring out from under the hood. Maybe it has even happened to you. This unpleasant phenomenon is caused by an overheating engine. It is a common occurrence in Phoenix, Arizona, especially in the summer months. Heat is, by far, …
What is engine misfire? When your vehicle’s check engine light appears on your dashboard, your engine is misfiring. CarMD states that a misfire is when one or more of your engine’s cylinders are not providing power to the vehicle, with raw fuel possibly running into the catalytic converter. To avoid expensive repairs or possibly even …
The engine is the heart of your vehicle. And, just like your own heart, if you aren’t taking proper care of it, things can go wrong. Here are 10 things that are bad for your engine: Not Enough Oil Oil not only keeps your engine lubricated and running smoothly, but it also provides cooling, cleaning …
You pull out of your parking spot and you see it, a puddle of fluid has built up under your car. This is not a good feeling. Thankfully, with a little know how, you can easily determine if these spots are a harmless leak, or something that you should have fixed right away. Analyzing the …
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