Many people today resort to engine reprogramming, whether petrol or diesel. What does this operation involve? What are the procedures, the purpose and the consequences on the vehicle’s performance? Here are some explanations. What is engine reprogramming? Let’s clarify the…
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) Cleaning: How It Works
Contents – DPF: What is a particulate filter? – What does the DPF do? – How does the DPF work? – DPF: What is the additive technique? – When should I replace my DPF? The DPF stands for Diesel Particulate…
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What Is the Role of Your Car Exhaust System
Summary – Composition of the exhaust system – Role of the exhaust – Replacing the exhaust pipe – Mufflers: what are the regulations? The exhaust system is one of the most vulnerable parts of motorization, and its importance has increased…
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Engine Fouling: Should You Perform an Engine Descaling?
In today’s combustion engines, whether gasoline or diesel, carbonaceous residues called “calamine” accumulate and cause fouling that impairs their proper functioning. This phenomenon is caused by the multiplication of short trips (in town, for example), low engine speeds, eco-driving, and…
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Understanding Car Mechanics: What is Lower Engine?
Contents – Lower engine: the principle of the engine – Lower engine: constitution – Lower engine: maintenance – Lower engine: maintenance costs The lower engine is a mechanic’s term for the lower part of the engine, but what exactly is…
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4×4 Off-Road Tyres: Characteristics and Specificities, Points of Sale
Contents – 4×4 off-road tyres: characteristics and specificities – Points of sale for 4×4 off-road tyres While off-road vehicles offer the advantage of choosing between city and country, their tyres must meet certain specific requirements to guarantee total…
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Car Topics | What Is a Sandwich Plate
Contents – Sandwich panel: installation – Sandwich panel: practical advice – Cost of installing a sandwich plate The sandwich plate is a housing with a metal interface (steel or aluminum alloy) placed between the engine block and…
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Diesel Injection System | What is Common Rail Direct Injection
Contents – Principle of the previous injection systems – Functioning of common rail direct injection – Specific case of gasoline direct injection – Advantages and disadvantages of common rail direct injection Common rail direct injection is a name…
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