What You Need to Know About a MAP Sensor
The manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor is used by the powertrain control module (PCM) to monitor intake manifold pressure. Since pressure is inversely proportional to vacuum, the PCM can also determine engine vacuum and load from the MAP sensor signal. In some...
Chevy Engine Abuse
Do you have a Chevy Cruze that’s unexpectedly broken a flywheel or crank pulley bolt? This is a failure that might be somewhat confusing unless you have this information.
Don’t Trust the Intake
When replacing an engine due to internal damage, extreme care must be taken when transferring the intake manifold to the new engine long block.
What Can Happen When An Engine’s Variable Valve Timing Fails?
For nearly as many years as internal combustion engines have been in operation, automakers have been trying to maximize fuel atomization by manipulating engine timing. Early cars, trucks, and motorcycles used mechanical manipulation of ignition timing; later ported...
What Is an IAC or Idle Air Control Solenoid?
Your engine’s primary air intake valve connects to the IAC or Idle Air Control Solenoid Valve. Check out the common warning signs of IAC problems.