The cabin air filter is generally a pleated paper filter placed in the outside air intake to the passenger compartment. It is designed to remove dust pollen, mold, spores and other contaminants from the outside air that enters your vehicle. A clogged or dirty cabin air filter can significantly reduce air flow through cabin vents,…
The camshaft is a shaft of your engine with one or more egg-shaped cams attached to it. As the camshaft spins, the cams open and close the intake and exhaust valves in sync with the motion of the piston. This is a critical job and can impact engine performance at different speeds. If the camshafts…
Coolant is the generally accepted term for the liquid that absorbs heat from the engine and releases it through the radiator. As coolant circulates through the system, it transfers heat to the radiator and into the air. The liquid is cooled, fed back to the engine through the cooling system, and the cycle repeats. Coolant…
On many vehicles, drum brakes are an integral part of the braking system. When so equipped, they’re typically found on the rear wheels of a vehicle. They not only slow and stop your vehicle, but also may function as the parking or emergency brake. Drum brakes work on the same principle as disc brakes. When…
The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve is vital to your car’s emission controls. By circulating a small portion of exhaust back into the engine, the valve keeps huge amounts of unburned fuel from being released into the atmosphere. To maintain your car’s efficiency, it’s important the EGR valve is working properly. If the EGR valve…
