Tag: Exhaust
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What is the relationship between oxygen sensors and the car engine performance?
Almost all vehicles manufactured after 1980 have oxygen sensors. A car oxygen sensor on a recent model will be positioned in the engine’s exhaust manifold. It’s a spark plug-shaped mechanism that is a significant component in your vehicle’s emissions control system. It was first introduced in 1976 and was made virtually mandatory on all cars…
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Dealing with your annoying car emission
For better understanding, before we begin with our topic, I’ll introduce two valves which have very important roles to play in a car’s emission system. They are EGR valve and PCV valve which stands for Exhaust Gas Recirculation and Positive Crankcase Ventilation respectively. EGR valve regulates the flow of spent exhaust gas back into the…
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Troubleshoot Exhaust Noise & Leaks
Exhaust noise always means trouble. But even if you can’t hear anything, it may be leaking. Any time you are under your vehicle to change oil or do other repairs, you should take a few minutes to inspect the exhaust system. Though most original equipment exhaust systems typically go about five to seven years before…