Andrew Markel explains how electronic thermostats can increase efficiency and decrease emissions through controlled heating.
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The improved flow of exhaust gas to the turbocharger results in quick response and powerful torque buildup.
The Audi Valve Lift System (AVS) was first introduced in 2008 on the 2.0 TFSI engine and V6 turbocharged engines. The system changes the amount of lift of the intake and exhaust valves. The camshaft has two lobes that are controlled by an electric solenoid. The system can do a neat trick with the valves. The throttle body can be 100 percent open and the air ingested into the engine is controlled by the valves. The advantage is that the obstruction of the throttle butterfly is minimized. Also, the air entering the engine is less turbulentÂ
Troubleshooting the problem comes down to knowing the failure, vehicle or fixtures.
The choice to reflash is the hardest because there is no one solution or single path to follow.
Most articles will tell you to use a torque wrench, but they never explain why.
Cabin air filters will protect the health and well-being of the driver and passengers.
The most common failures you will see are related to the wiring and connectors for the TCU.
Hydro-boost vehicles are not hard to work on, but they do require service information and a working knowledge of the system.
False activation incidents involve the ABS modulator taking over braking or intervening to restore vehicle stability.
On most systems, idle speed is completely controlled by the throttle plate angle.
