Everybody loves a full-lock drift or a smoky donut, but keeping the steering at full lock can have implications for the power steering pump and belt. Andrew Markel explains how power steering fluid can become superheated and damage the pump. Also, the plastic reservoir can be melted by fluid and the belt can be prematurely worn. Sponsored by INA, a Schaeffler brand.
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What if there are no codes and a misfire is intermittent? This is where it gets complicated.
What is a misfire? Is a misfire when the cylinder does not fire? Is it when the cylinder fires too soon or too late? The answer is “yes” to both questions. Some misfire complaints are a flashing check engine light, and a P0300 to P0312 diagnostic trouble code (DTC) indicates that one or more cylinders are misfiring. This is the easiest misfire to diagnose. But, what if there are no codes and a misfire is intermittent? This is where it gets complicated.
Following best practices and using appropriate equipment ensure customer satisfaction and safety.
Use a scan tool that can look at special direct fuel injection parameters and perform bidirectional tests.
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This function of the power management system uses several modules to decide when the engine needs to stop and start.
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Over time, the oil filter can collect enough contaminants to become restricted.
The key to servicing these systems is proper information and understanding precisely how these systems operate.
