A flashing Check Engine light means that your vehicle’s PCM detects misfires that exceed an acceptable number. But how serious is it? Keep reading to learn how a Check Engine light works and what role the Misfire Monitor plays in determining which cylinder is misfiring. The First “Check Engine” … Read more
Most motorists at least partially understand the function of a vehicle’s spark plugs, recognizing the importance of these pint-sized engine components. After all, a spark-ignition engine would be of little real value without a reliable source of spark. However, a spark plug is only able to function as intended, if … Read more
The smell of gasoline in your cabin is a cause for concern. If you just made a stop at a gas filling station, the smell of gas may continue to linger for a few minutes after a refill. However, if the odor is coming from inside your vehicle, it may … Read more
Most car owners leave the engine diagnosis to the pros. Today’s cars are sophisticated pieces of machinery that make use of such advanced technologies as direct injection, electronic ignitions, onboard computers and numerous sensors. Vehicles from the 1970s and earlier routinely required a tune up once every two years … Read more