
The detonation or engine knocking is an unwelcome and damaging sound that emanates from the internal combustion engine, mainly after an oil change. There are different reasons behind this metallic knocking from the engine compartment after an oil change. The reasons include the following: Although regular oil changes are the ground reality of your vehicle,…

The primary job of pistons is to convert the energy released in the combustion chamber into mechanical action. However, like other engine components, pistons usually wear out over time, requiring a replacement. So then, what is the process of removing pistons from bottom of engine and replace? Technically, the process varies according to your vehicle…

The EPC light on your vehicle might be turned on when you turn on the electronics. But as soon as you start the engine, the EPC light goes off. It comes up again when you shut off the engine and the electronics remain on. So, why the EPC light goes off when engine starts? I…

From metal dust to fuel contaminations, a lot of things will accumulate inside the engine to build up sludge. This sludge sometimes reduces the efficiency of the engine. Many mechanics might suggest flushing the engine with kerosene. But is an engine flush with kerosene any good for the engine? It is a debatable topic. Though…

Hearing unusual sounds coming from your car can be unsettling as it could indicate a problem with the various vehicle’s moving parts. However, when noises show up when turning off the engine, the two occasions might be related. Grinding noises after turning off the vehicle can be caused by a simple thing, like a condensing…

Car engines should be cool within the first hour after you shut them down. If the engine remains hot for over 2 hours, there’s something amiss with the cooling system. Low coolant is one of the main reasons your car engine remains hot for more than two hours after shutdown. Other parts of the cooling…

The engine is the core center of your vehicle. And hearing squeaking noise from the engine when idle can be quite alarming and unsettling. Plus, fixing this issue may cost you a grand amount. Generally, the noise can be caused by various factors, such as bad belt tension, worn-out pulley, loose or defective serpentine, and…

Hearing the engine of your automobile make a chirping sound when it’s chilly outside gives you the chills, doesn’t it? If so, you are not by yourself. This problem has been seen by several drivers frequently. So, why do you find chirping noise from the engine when cold? It’s mostly because drive belts and pulleys…