Signs of a Bad PCV Valve

Your PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) valve plays an imperative role in the functioning of your vehicle’s PCV system. This is what works within your engine to prevent unwanted gases, known as blow by, (hailing from the combustion chambers) from building up in the crankcase. The crankcase is not designed to accommodate for the high pressure…

Car Maintenance

How to Fix the EPC Light on a Vehicle

There’s a yellow “EPC” lit up on your dashboard, but you have no idea what it means. So, where do you go from there? It can be difficult to keep track of all the many different icons on your dashboard, let alone the aspects of your entire vehicle. Being comprised of so many intricate parts…

EGR Valve

The Importance of Valve Stem Seals

Valve stem seals are small components within your engine, however the role they play in the grand scheme of things is quite significant, relative to their size. In this quick guide, we’ll be discussing the importance of these integral parts, including what they are, how they work, symptoms of failure, along with what you can…