Engine cylinder 2 misfire reduces your engine’s power and can lead to severe complications. The P0302 OBD2 code triggers when cylinder 2 experiences misfires. Knowing which cylinder has problems is very beneficial when preparing to make repairs. The cost of getting your engine fixed can be astronomical, and you have no idea how many of those repairs are needed just because the wrong code was set. With an OBD2 scanner tool, it’s easy to track how engine performance is changing …
If your oil smells like gas, there’s probably a pretty severe problem. It’s likely to be something to do with an overly rich fuel mixture, broken piston ring(s), or a problem with the PCV valve. Oil and gasoline shouldn’t mix. It’s the oil’s job to lubricate the engine and, to some degree, keep it cool and clean it. Gas is quite simply there to explode and thus drive the motor. The oil comes from the sump, driven by the pump, …
Is your head gasket leaking oil? Sorry to be the bearer of bad news but a blown head gasket is going to be very expensive to repair. But the good news is, if you’re seeing oil leaking externally, that might not be a head gasket problem. Instead, it might be a valve cover gasket problem. While equally important, it’s a lot less expensive than replacing a head gasket. In this post about head gasket leaking oil, we’ll explain everything you …
Is your car misfiring? Do you have difficulty starting the engine? These are just a couple of the signs that you have a faulty coil pack. What’s a coil pack you ask? Well, simply put it’s an electronically controlled pack of ignition coils. We’ll discuss all about the coil pack in this post. From the symptoms that you have a faulty coil pack to how to test them. Afterward, we’ll also let you know how much you may need to …
Every car since 1996 uses a universal OBD-2 system that allows you to scan the diagnostic system. The scan will return a list of trouble codes (if there are any) that can help you to find the source of your car’s troubles. One of these codes is the P0306 trouble code, a powertrain-related code. If you’ve come across this code recently, we’ll discuss everything you need to know about this. From what the code means, to how to fix the …
Having a car comes with a lot of responsibilities. They are highly demanding, high-performance equipment that necessitates constant attention and service, particularly engine maintenance. Your oil should be changed every 8,000 to 15,000 miles, according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. In reality, simply changing your car’s oil can help your engine last longer. Otherwise, here you can find out how to fix a seized engine. While there are many other vital things to do to maintain your car’s engine, keeping the …
P0300 Chevy is created when your engine experiences a misfire that is not limited to a single cylinder. This code is sometimes used in conjunction with others, such as P0301, which indicates a misfire on cylinder 1 (cylinder 1 being the first cylinder in the firing order). It’s usually the engine’s front-most cylinder. If these engine codes are also present, diagnose them first because they are most likely the source of this error code. Your check engine light will illuminate …
Are you getting a cylinder 1 misfire and the code P0301 and you want to learn more about how to tackle this problem? Well, if this is the case, then you are at the right place because, in this article, there will be quite a lot to cover on this topic. Car Diagnostics Engine Misfire The Problem Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Fix Conclusion FAQs Doing your own research before you go out there and try to solve the problem is always …
To fix an issue where your car starts then dies immediately unless I give it gas you will need to identify the root of the problem. Even if it’s possible for you to fix it yourself, if you don’t know much about cars, it’s worth considering letting a qualified mechanic handle it. Idle Air Control Valve Faulty MAF Sensor Leaky Fuel Pump Engine Control Unit Frequently Asked Questions Here are 12 typical issues you should investigate: 1. Idle Air Control …
Today, ignition control is directly controlled by the engine control module (ECM), the primary computer in the car. But what if the ICM goes bad? What are the symptoms of bad ignition control module? The spark plugs are ignited by the ignition module. For the engine to function properly, each spark plug must ignite at the precise moment. When to ignite the spark plugs is decided by the ignition module using information from the crankshaft position sensor or camshaft position …