Year: 2015

Round, black, and easily forgettable–that’s your average car tire. Often, we don’t think about them until we need to change them, whether the tread is wearing low or we get a puncture. However, it’s well worth considering them more often, as not only are they vital to your safety, but tires also have a big…

The throttle position sensor is one of many sensors that relay information to the computer. This information is necessary for proper engine management. The throttle position sensor’s function is to relay to the computer the position of the throttle plates, from closed to wide-open throttle. This information is necessary for the engine to determine the…

The instrument which informs you and let you know how fast your car is moving is speedometer. There are generally two types of speedometers. FIRST TYPE: In one type of car the speedometer head is connected to the output shaft of the transmission by means of flexible speedo cable. Which is attached to the pinion…

Gas is expensive, even if you drive a fuel-efficient car. It’s important to maintain your vehicle with regular tune ups and home checks to make sure you’re getting the most out of your automobile. If you notice a sudden drop in miles per gallon (mpg), don’t run straight to a mechanic. Instead, check on these…

Regardless of age, mileage, make, or model, occasional engine problems are an inevitable part of car ownership. While proper maintenance may help reduce the need for car repairs it is not a guarantee that a car will not break down. As a car accumulates miles the chances of engine problems increase; however, not all engine…

The timing chain or timing belt makes your engine run. The only difference between a timing belt and a chain is that belts are made out of rubber, while timing chains are metal chains. The chain connects and synchronizes the camshaft and crankshaft, while governing the combustion in your internal combustion engine. In some engines,…

The function of the throttle position sensor, aka TPS, is to supply information to the car’s computer about the position of the car’s throttle. The throttle position sensors contain electro-mechanical moving parts which are prone to wear and tear, which eventually add to the cost of car repairs. Malfunctioning of a TPS can result in…

One of the more frequent problems with modern vehicles is a bad throttle position sensor (TPS). The tiny thing that keeps your car working, often falls prey to regular wear and tear, and therefore must be taken care of. Did You Know? Most modern-day throttle position sensors employ non-contact type elements, like two magnets and…

Fleas caused the Black Plague. A few misplaced carbon atoms sank the Titanic. Tribbles crippled the Enterprise. Sometimes, the smallest and most seemingly innocuous things can cause the biggest problems, and that certainly is true of one little sensor on top of your engine. These days, engines have become so utterly dependent on this simple…