Category: Engine Problems and Fixes

Do you ever hear a rattling noise when you let off the gas pedal? You are not alone if this occurs. Many drivers face this issue and it can be extremely frustrating. In this blog post, we will look into what causes engine rattling when we release the throttle. Engine noise when releasing the accelerator…

It can be a frustrating feeling when your car won’t start after you’ve just turned it off. You might be asking yourself “why won’t my car start after shutting it off?” There could be many reasons why this might be happening, including: This blog post will provide 8 tips to help you get your car…

A rough idle is defined as any idle that exceeds 800 RPMs, falls below 800 RPMs, or alternates between them. Usually, this indicates a clogged idle air control valve which regulates engine airflow at idle and keeps your car’s engine at approximately 800 RPMs. In this article, I’ll show you how to clean your idle…

If your car is bogging down or hesitating when you try to accelerate, you may have a problem with the engine. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the most common reasons why your S10 may be bogging under acceleration and what you can do to fix it! Key Takeaway Why Is Your…

A blown head gasket can be a big headache. It is not the price of the head gasket itself, it is the labor cost that scares many car owners. In order to get to the head gasket, the mechanic has to remove a lot of components, including tearing up the engine itself. Many car owners…

Is your car making a rattling noise on a cold start? Any kind of noise can be an indicator that something has gone wrong inside the engine. But, why do cars make a rattle noise specifically on a cold start? I will go into detail and try to explain as much as possible. So, if…

A variable valve timing solenoid is responsible for the distribution of oil in the engine based on the timing. Over time, these things can get clogged especially if you don’t change your oil frequently. The variable valve timing solenoid can get sludge and debris that will prevent it from opening and closing properly. This will…

Do you want to know how to check if your variable valve timing solenoid is bad on your car? In this article, I am going to show you how to inspect a variable valve timing solenoid also referred to as a variable valve timing oil control valve, and how to know if it’s bad. The…

Carbon buildup on the pistons is actually very common, especially on older engines. It doesn’t matter how you maintain it, carbon buildup is a product of the combustion of gasoline. Is carbon buildup on pistons something that you should take care of? Carbon buildup on pistons can lead to abnormal combustion because the carbon has…

If your idle air control valve gets clogged with carbon buildup, your car will have a very poor idle. This has happened to me before. I will tell you right away, you don’t have to be a mechanic to clean your air control valve. I will guide you through the steps on how to clean…