The dreaded emissions test is coming eh? That means it’s time to get your car in tip-top shape and make sure there won’t be any embarrassing surprises when you get to the testing center. We’ve all been through this, especially those of us that live in major metropolitan areas. Let’s take a look at what […]
You’re driving down the road and that pesky check engine light comes on. ‘What could it be this time?’ you ask yourself. One of the more common issues, especially with older vehicles, is an evaporative emissions system leak. Fortunately, despite its commonality, these issues are pretty easy to fix. They are also easy to diagnose, […]
Have a Check Engine light on with no code? There are a number of reasons that this may be happening. From mechanical to computer to outdated equipment, there are still plenty of ways to see why the light came on, what the actual issue is, and what needs to be done to fix it. Let’s […]
There is a lot of confusion when it comes to timing belts and timing chains, even among some in the industry. There are some critical differences between the two that make quite a difference in how the car drives. Let’s take a look at the differences between timing belts and timing chains, and which is […]
The original concept was so simple. The auto industry throught, ‘Why don’t we create a diagnostic scanning device that can monitor the different parts of a car?’ With that, OBD scanners were born. Over the years they have evolved to meet different regulations and test varying parts of the car, both remotely and from within. […]
Today we’re going to take a look at two of the most popular Innova 3160 models – the Innova 3160g and the Innova 3160e. Check Engine with Innova 3160e or 3160g There isn’t a lot of great information on the internet about the two diagnostic scanners, so we wanted to compile a list of similarities […]
When it was first released in the seventies, ABS (anti-lock braking system) completely revolutionized how brakes work. They also revolutionized how brakes are marketed, as it became not only a trendy thing to have ABS, but a necessity in many eyes. Which is better between abs and non abs system The truth is that ABS […]
When you are looking for a new car, or wanting to sell your current one, A VIN number is something you need to know. If you’ve been involved in an accident and need to make an insurance claim, do certain maintenance, or any number of other situations involving the vehicle, this is also good information […]
Beginning in 1981, automakers have been required to add a 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to each vehicle they make. It basically serves as the car’s fingerprint or social security number, for example, as no two vehicles have the same VIN number. How to check a VIN number If a seller isn’t willing to share […]
If you think you have a misfiring cylinder, there are a number of questions likely popping into your head. Most drivers will experience this issue at some point during their lives. What causes a cylinder to misfire While it is important that you have the issue looked at quickly, the engine in most cases will […]