Piezoelectric injectors are special devices used to inject fuel into a vehicle’s engine. They are equipped with special piezoelectric elements that allow precise control over the amount of fuel delivered to the engine. How do piezoelectric injectors work? Piezoelectric injectors work by harnessing piezoelectric properties. While the engine is running, electric pulses are sent to […]
What Can Cause Rough Engine Idle?
Idle, commonly referred to as “tickover,” is the lowest possible engine speed needed for the engine to be able to run without stalling. Engaging it causes the unit’s revs to drop practically to zero. Some drivers, however, encounter a situation in which the system begins to run roughly at idle. This seemingly harmless phenomenon can […]
Air conditioning in your car in winter? It makes sense!
For most drivers, car air conditioning is associated with the summer months, when temperatures outside the windows exceed 20°C and more. This system significantly improves driving comfort - especially when the interior has become very hot. It is worth knowing, however, that switching on the popular “AC” makes sense not only in summer. In today’s […]
Clogged DPF Filter - What Are the Symptoms and Consequences of a Blocked Diesel Particulate Filter?
A clogged DPF filter significantly worsens the performance of the exhaust and drivetrain systems, and the engine loses a great deal of efficiency. This significantly reduces driving comfort and increases fuel consumption, and over time it can lead to serious consequences. How do you know that the DPF is clogged? How can you prevent it? […]
Clogged fuel pump pre-filter - what are the consequences?
Modern cars have technologically advanced engines that are highly susceptible to various kinds of contamination. Even the smallest particles of dirt can affect the engine’s operation and lead to faults or the complete destruction of the fuel system. Its protection is provided, among other things, by the fuel pump pre-filter, but for many reasons it […]
Piston Damage and Its Causes
With a cracked piston or significant piston damage, the vehicle’s engine will not run properly and we will feel its rough operation. A characteristic knocking sound will be heard, and white smoke may come out of the exhaust pipe. If we notice such symptoms, it is best to head to a diagnostic station as soon […]
Dirty Coolant
Coolant should retain its original colour from the start to the end of its service life. However, there are cases in which it becomes contaminated. What causes this? How can it be prevented? Today’s post will deal precisely with dirty coolant - welcome. What is coolant responsible for? Coolant is a fluid that carries away […]
Red Deposits Inside the Engine
An engine performs best when it is provided with the right conditions. As it is an extremely complex mechanism in which many processes take place, all contamination can disrupt its proper operation. Today we will discuss where the red deposits inside the engine come from and what effects they can cause. Where do deposits in […]
Unpleasant Smell from the Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is now standard in new cars - it makes our journeys more pleasant by providing the optimal temperature. However, it is worth remembering that it requires considerable attention from us, because when neglected it can have the opposite effect. It happens that an unpleasant smell starts coming from the air conditioning. This is […]
Black Smoke from the Exhaust Pipe
The exhaust fumes coming out of a car should be transparent, and this indicates that everything is working as it should. Black smoke from the exhaust pipe, on the other hand, may be a harbinger of serious problems and a fault occurring in the power unit. Do not ignore such a sign - react as […]