by Automotive Instincts | Sep 22, 2021 | Uncategorized |
Control arms, bushings, and ball joints may not be common household terms for many vehicle owners. You may have never even heard of them, but they are critical components of your vehicle’s suspension system that allow your tires to smoothly go up and down in a...
by Automotive Instincts | Sep 10, 2021 | Uncategorized |
The basic principles of the electric spark ignition system have not changed in nearly a century, but the method by which the spark is created and distributed has greatly improved with advances in technology.There are three basic types of automotive ignition systems:...
by Automotive Instincts | Aug 25, 2021 | Uncategorized |
The parking brake in your vehicle is often referred to as the hand brake, e-brake, or emergency brake. However, because most modern braking systems have failsafe measures and warning systems, such as on-dash brake warning lights and low fluid level sensors, the...
by Automotive Instincts | Jul 31, 2021 | Uncategorized |
Have you ever wondered what happens when you put your key in your vehicle’s ignition, turn the key, and your engine starts and continues running? Today, I’m going to tell you. For the ignition system to operate properly, it must be capable of doing two...
by Automotive Instincts | Jul 9, 2021 | Uncategorized |
Your air filter is one of the most important parts of your engine. For each gallon of fuel burned, up to 10,000 gallons of air is required for your Asian Imports engine to function properly. If your Asian Import consumes 40 gallons of fuel each month, it is also...
by Automotive Instincts | May 24, 2021 | Uncategorized |
Brake fluid is a type of hydraulic fluid used in hydraulic brake and hydraulic clutch applications in vehicles. It is used to transfer force into pressure, and to amplify braking force. Simply stated, when you apply your foot to the brake pedal, brake fluid transfers...
