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Engine in need of tune up
From time to time, engines may fall out of their optimum performance range. This can be the result of poor ignition timing, improper fuel/air ratios, dirty or worn spark plugs,or valves that open and
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Jul 2, 2010 - category: EngineEngine is running lean
When the engine is not receiving enough fuel in the fuel/air mixture, it is said to be running lean. This usually results from a defect in the fuel delivery system, resulting in a loss of engine power
created: Aug 21, 2008 - last edited: Jun 28, 2010 - category: EngineEngine Knock
Engine knock, also called knocking or pinging, is the sound from early ignition in the combustion chamber. The fuel/air mixture ignites on the piston's compression stroke too early, and the resulting
created: May 9, 2010 - last edited: May 9, 2010 - category: EngineEngine misfire
An engine misfire occurs when the fuel/air mixture in a cylinder fails to ignite.
created: Aug 21, 2008 - last edited: Jun 7, 2010 - category: EngineEngine Running Rough
If the engine is running rougher than usual, there is a problem with the fuel delivery or ignition systems. A likely cause is a cylinder is firing at the wrong time or misfiring. The firing order is d
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Jul 2, 2010 - category: EngineEngine seized
A seized engine is a situation where one or more pistons have become stuck inside a cylinder. This can happen if the engine is not used for a very long time, or if the engine overheated or ran without
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Jan 15, 2011 - category: EngineEngine Sludge
Engine sludge is a substance form by dust, gasoline, oil, coolant, and blow-by mixed together by the moving engine parts. Certain engine oils contain detergents that break up sludge.
created: May 11, 2010 - last edited: May 11, 2010 - category: EngineExcess fuel in the system
The engine runs on a specific proportion fuel and air depending on factors like speed and humidity. If more fuel enters the combustion chamber, the ignition will produce an inefficient burn. This will
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Jun 28, 2010 - category: Fuel SystemExcess play in a wheel bearing
Excess play in a wheel bearing can cause the wheel to lean. This lean can create excess pressure on brake components, which may cause them to bind.
created: Jun 7, 2008 - last edited: Oct 30, 2010 - category: Brakes
