While a valuable commodity, gasoline is also a headache to deal with once it is old and contaminated. When gasoline that isn’t combusted is introduced into the environment, it can endanger the environment and public health. Not only is it highly flammable and toxic to living organisms, but the uncontrolled burning of gasoline can produce
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Diesel engines are internal combustion engines in which ignition of the fuel is caused by the elevated temperature of the air in the cylinder due to mechanical compression; thus, the name compression-ignition engine (CI engine) which is another name referring to a diesel engine. The diesel engine has a high engine efficiency due to its
Are you looking to change your car oil, and you can’t loosen the oil drain plug? You will be glad to hear that you are not the only one to face this issue when an oil change is due. Fortunately, fixing the issue is doable. Keep reading to learn which way to loosen the oil
Cleaning your carburetor and brakes is a crucial step in maintaining them. Not only does it help to prolong their lifespan, but it also helps to increase their optimal performance. So what do you need to know about the cleaners used to clean carburetors and brakes? Keep reading to learn why and how to use
If you are an amateur in car specifics, then figuring out the correct oil to use is not as easy as ABC. Chances are you have messed up when attempting to be your car’s mechanic. However, an oil change is one of those DIY projects that even an amateur can master. The issue is figuring
Automotive enthusiasts are always searching for the best way to modify their vehicle’s appearance, sound, and performance. And one of the most common vehicle modifications is exhaust sound. Although the resonator muffles your vehicle’s noise, it might also improve its performance and power. On the downside, it restricts the flow of exhaust gases and robs
One major reason for electrical malfunction in your car is dirty electrical contacts due to exposure to the elements and lack of use. Grease, dirt, dust, and oxidation accumulate on the electrical contacts leading to contact failure. The effects of dirty electrical contacts present as electrical contact sticking, overheating contacts, shorting, excess current, and poor
Most car owners with powerful cars want an aggressive sound that will match their vehicle and consider a muffle delete. The muffle is the component in your vehicle’s exhaust system that suppresses engine noise. Quite simply, a muffler delete is a replacement pipe that makes your car loud. But just like any other vehicle modification,
One of the worst things that can happen to your car apart from it stalling in the middle of traffic or failing to start up is leaking. And it is even worse if you have a rear main leak. The rear main leak is synonymous with a potential engine or transmission trouble, the two most
Traction Control (TC) is another crucial addition to modern vehicles that aims to keep them on the road and moving forward even on tricky surfaces. Traction control has evolved from the early days of antilock brakes into more advanced systems that make it easier to keep your tires biting on gravel, snow, or mud. If