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- A Pillar
- Absolute oil viscosity versus KInematic oil viscosity
- AEB Automatic Emergency Braking: Enhancing Safety
- Automatic Emergency Braking: Enhancing Vehicle Safety
- Autonomous Emergency Braking: How it keeps you safe
- Here’s what makes an AGM battery so desirable
- How ABS Brakes Work: A Detailed Explanation
- How Active Wheel Speed Sensors Work
- How to Change a Car Battery Without Losing Adaptive Memory
- The Adaptive Cruise Control Feature: How It Works
- Understanding ADAS: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
- Understanding the Benefits of an Active Motor Mount
- Understanding the Role and Function of an AC Accumulator
- What is an Alternator in a Car and How Does it Work?
- What is an Anti-Rattle Clip and How Does it Work?
- What is Keep Alive Memory? How the PCM loses adaptive memory
- Why carmakers use an alternator decoupler pulley
- Why the shop recommends fuel induction service
B
- A Closer Look at Brake Pad Backing Plate in Disc Brake Systems
- Ball Joint Guide: Understand Your Car’s Suspension
- Blind Spot Warning 101: What You Need to Know
- Brake Pad Shims — how they reduce brake noise
- Brake rotor cooling vanes — Why they’re important
- Understanding Blowby in an Engine
- Understanding the Boost Pressure System Monitor
- Why Your Brake Dust Shield Matters More Than You Think
C
- Catalyst Monitor — What does it tell you
- Cold cranking amps — What are they and how many do you need
- Comprehensive Component Monitor
- Cranking amps — What does the term mean?
- Crankshaft Sensor Relearn: Understanding the Process
- CV Joints — How they work and how they fail
- How a Catalytic Converter Works: A Complete Guide
- How Camber Works: Understanding Tire Tilt and its Effects
- How Negative Camber causes tire pull and wear
- Oil catch can — Should You Install One on Your Car?
- The Role of Crankshaft Position Sensors in Engine Performance
- Understanding the Importance of the Camshaft Position Sensor
- Understanding Water Pump Cavitation: Causes and Effects
- What is a tire contact patch
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- Double fine wire electrode spark plug — Why it’s better
- The Importance of Drag Reduction Clips in Brake Systems
- Understanding a Distributorless Ignition System: How It Works
- Understanding Detonation Piston Damage
- Understanding Dexos oil: The Standard for GM Engine Oils
- What is a drive cycle and how to perform one
- Why You Should Use Dielectric Grease on Spark Plugs
Dashboard Warning Lights
Honda
VW
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- A Guide to EGR Valve Operation and NOx Reduction
- EGR Readiness Monitor — How it works
- Getting the Evaporative Emissions System Monitor Ready
- Understanding the Exhaust Gas Readiness Monitor
- Understanding the Role of an Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
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- FNC Brake Rotor
- Freeze plug, core plug, expansion plug
- Fuel System Monitor — I/M Fuel System Monitor
- Fuel Trim: What the numbers mean
- The Importance of Forward Collision Warning System
- What is the firing order for a 4 cylinder engine?
- Why the shop recommends fuel induction service
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- Exploring the Advantages of a G3000 Cast Iron Brake Rotor
- How galvanic corrosion affects your car repairs
- Understanding GAP Insurance: Protecting Your Investment
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- How an Ignition Coil Works: A Comprehensive Guide
- Idle air control valve
- Understanding an Interference Engine: What You Need to Know
- Understanding the Role of Intake Air Temperature Sensor
K
- Don’t Get Fooled by Cold Kinematic Viscosity Oil Ads
- How a knock sensor works
- What is Keep Alive Memory? How the PCM loses adaptive memory
L
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- How a MAF Sensor Determines Air Volume and Density
- Misfire Monitor — I/M Readiness Monitor
- Understanding the Benefits of an Active Motor Mount
N
- Noack Test: Measuring Evaporation Loss in Motor Oils
- NOx Aftertreatment Monitor Not Ready
- The Role of the Catalyst Readiness Monitor in Diesel Engines
O
- Demystifying OEM: What Does It Stand For?
- How Does the Oxygen Sensor Heater Monitor Work?
- Oil catch can — Should You Install One on Your Car?
- Oil shear and viscosity
- The Role of Oxygen Sensor Monitor in Vehicle Performance
- Understanding Oversteer: Causes and Solutions
P
- How Diesel Particulate Filters Work
- The Advantages of Projected Square Platinum Electrode Spark Plugs
- The Importance of the PCV Positive Crankcase Ventilation System
- Understanding Jumper Pack Peak Amps Ratings
- Understanding Pour Point Depressants in Engine Oils
- Understanding Pre ignition in Internal Combustion Engines
- Understanding the Causes of Parasitic Battery Drain
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R
- OBDII Readiness Monitor
- Rear Cross Traffic Warning: Enhancing Safety While Reversing
- Rodent Repellent for Cars: Preventing Wiring Damage
- Understanding Reserve Capacity versus Amp Hours
S
- Oil shear and viscosity
- Secondary Air Readiness Monitor — What it does
- Shift Interlock Solenoid Bypass: How Does it Work?
- Stabilizer bar, Sway bar
- Steering Angle Sensor
- Understanding Lead Acid Battery Sulfation and How to Avoid It
- Understanding Superheat in a car AC System: A Complete Guide
- Understanding the Meaning of a Salvage Title
- Understanding the Role of the Steering Angle Sensor
- What is a strut on a car?
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- A Comprehensive Guide to Automatic Transmission Fluids
- Throttle body and throttle plate
- Tier 1 Supplier: The Basics of Automotive Parts Manufacturing
- Timing belt tensioner — Everything you need to know
- Title Washing
- TPMS Monitoring System: How it works
- Transfer layer and brake pad bedding procedure
- Understanding How A Turbocharger Works
- Understanding the Role of a Tier 2 Supplier
- Understanding the Role of Tone Rings in Automotive Technology
- Understanding the Treadwear Rating System
- Understanding Tie Rod Ends: Functions and Components
- Understanding Torque Steer
- Understanding Torque to Yield (TTY) Bolts
- What is a tire contact patch
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- How To Conduct A Volumetric Efficiency Test
- The Significance of Viscosity Index in Motor Oil and Lubricants
- VIN Number: The Unique Identifier of Your Vehicle
- Viscosity Index Improver: What it is and how it works