Camshaft

The camshaft is a shaft of your engine with one or more egg-shaped cams attached to it. As the camshaft spins, the cams open and close the intake and exhaust valves in sync with the motion of the piston. This is a critical job and can impact engine performance at different speeds. If the camshafts…

Coolant

Coolant is the generally accepted term for the liquid that absorbs heat from the engine and releases it through the radiator. As coolant circulates through the system, it transfers heat to the radiator and into the air. The liquid is cooled, fed back to the engine through the cooling system, and the cycle repeats. Coolant…

EGR Valve

The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve is vital to your car’s emission controls. By circulating a small portion of exhaust back into the engine, the valve keeps huge amounts of unburned fuel from being released into the atmosphere. To maintain your car’s efficiency, it’s important the EGR valve is working properly. If the EGR valve…

Fuel Cap

A fuel cap protects your fuel supply by providing a cover for the tank. It’s designed to prevent fuel loss and keep out contamination. Making sure your fuel cap is secured tightly will help decrease fuel loss from evaporation. If your Check Engine light comes on, or if you are using fuel at a higher…