Engine Coolant Temperature Diagnostics
While old-school cooling system service often Âfocused on coolant leaks and overheating engines, let’s begin thinking “new-school” by looking at modern cooling systems through the eyes of the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor.
Truck Stop: Heavy-Duty Coolant Maintenance Tips
WIX Filters, a global manufacturer of filtration products celebrating its 75th anniversary, has developed the following coolant maintenance tips:
1930 Ford Model A To Take on Ocean to Ocean Waterless Coolant Challenge
Evans waterless coolant will once again be the coolant choice for the Vintage Adventurer’s next world record attempt. Australian motoring enthusiast Rod Wade, aka the “Vintage Adventurer,” is preparing to set a new world record in the Ocean to Ocean Driving Challenge as he drives his 1930 Ford Model A against the clock from New York to
The Real World: Testing Your Coolant Knowledge
All types of antifreeze contain corrosion-inhibiting chemicals to protect bare metal surfaces from electrolytic attack. Though automakers disagree on which chemical additives work best in their vehicles, essentially any kind of antifreeze will work in any vehicle. But, how well will it protect the cooling system? And, for how long? And will it void the OEM warranty? These are important questions that need to be answered before choosing an antifreeze for a particular vehicle application.
BMW N54 Turbo Problems
Here are some common problems or failures that you should be on the lookout for.
A Closer Look At Radiator Cores
Maintenance and correct coolant are crucial to avoid engine problems.
Checking The Auxiliary Water Pump
A car or truck comes into the shop with a complaint of poor heater performance. The issue may be the auxiliary water pump.
Diagnosing Misfires
What if there are no codes and a misfire is intermittent? This is where it gets complicated.Â
CVT Transmission Service
Like any automatic transmission, the condition and level of fluid in a CVT unit will determine the performance.
Oxygen Sensors And Catalyst Efficiency
Newer air/fuel ratio or wide-band sensors can detect a wide range of fuel conditions.
