Engines & Components

Diesel engines use glow plugs to heat the engine enough for diesel fuel to ignite. See our guide glow plug types and fixing problems.

A common trouble message for many vehicles is the P0302 engine code. What should be done to fix it?

If the coolant temperature sensor fails, your engine will be less efficient and could even blow up. Here’s what you need to know.

A cold air intake is a great way to boost horsepower and efficiency. Our guide explains cold air intake parts and how to build one.

OBDII readers and scanners are great tools for accessing vehicle data. See our guide for using OBD readers and interpreting codes.

Light-duty cleaning can be done with the carburetor on the engine. See our guide to carburetor maintenance.

Voltage regulators maintain the balance of electrical power in your vehicle. Learn what a voltage regulator is and how it works.

All liquid fuels are dirty. Hence, the fuel filter is critical for a vehicle's performance. Here's what you need to know.

The crankshaft position sensor (CPS) is a vital sensor. If it fails, follow these steps to track down the problem and fix it.

The timing belt transfers the rotation of the crankshaft via the crank timing gear to the camshaft gears. Here's what you need to know.

The most notable sign of needing to replace a serpentine belt is a loud squealing while the engine is running.

Our guide explains what the oil warning light means, if it is safe to drive, and how to solve the issue.

When a car battery doesn’t keep its charge, you can get stuck. Here’s how to locate a parasitic draw and repair it.

A little bit of battery corrosion on the terminals is usually not a problem. Follow our easy steps to get your battery cleaned up.

Carefully handling your dead car battery is important because batteries are toxic. See our full guide to car battery disposal.

It's easy to check your engine oil level. But this guide provides next-level expert tips, including how to read oil color.

It’s critical to watch oil levels so you can correct oil-burning issues before they cause damage. Watch for these trouble signs.

See our guide to the causes and remedies for low oil pressure, which should be fixed asap to avoid serious engine problems.

A charged battery should be 12.4 to 12.6 volts at rest. This is a sign of a healthy, fully charged battery.

Swapping an old battery for a new one can be easily accomplished in less than an hour.

Auto emissions systems keep our air clean. Discover how each sub-system and part works together to reduce vehicle pollution.