The modern ignition coils are combined together in a molding to operate inside a single block. The design allow for each cylinder to have its own ignition tower but share coil with nearby cylinders. Without a proper functional coil pack, your ignition system will fail to start the car. In as much as a typical...
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The Benefits Of Replacing Your Nissan ECM
the intricacy of today’s vehicles, including Nissan vehicles, makes them rely on the ECM to manage their various features. Such features include the capability to adjust the gear ratio and air-to-fuel proportion while in motion. While older model vehicles relied on a mechanic to manage all of these features, current cars use computers, which improve...
How to Know If You Need a Jeep PCM Replacement
Jeeps are fun to drive. No matter the conditions of the road, you can access the remote areas on safari with a jeep. Travel on roads you never thought possible with a smooth running Jeep PCM. Sometimes, the powertrain control module faces problems. Knowing the right time to replace it might save you a heartache....
The P0132 Trouble Code, How To Deal With It
What is the P0132 The P0132 trouble code is one of the many diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) stored in a car’s computer. All vehicles have computer modules, commonly referred to as PCM (powertrain control module), which include the ECU (engine control unit) and TCU (transmission control unit). The car brain computers are responsible for monitoring...
The P0172 Code and How To Deal With It!
Fuel and air are very critical for the internal combustion process. Thus, for a successful ignition, a proper amount of fuel and air must enter the internal combustion chamber. If not, your engine might under perform or use too much fuel. The ECU (engine control unit) typically controls the flow of fuel and air into...
The P0131 Trouble Code, How to deal with it!
Diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) help repair technicians and car owners narrow down the origin of a car’s problems. The P0131 is a DTC that signals a malfunction of the first oxygen sensor based off the engine control module readings. A P0131 trouble code indicates that the primary O2 sensor in the engine’s first bank is...
Transmission Problems You Should Not Ignore
Vehicle transmissions that are correctly working are essential components for a reliable car. The transmission provides a means of adaptation for both speed and torque converters in most vehicles and power transmission systems. It is, therefore, crucial to repair it if it experiences any damage, or possibly get a transmission replacement. Notably, replacement costs tend...
What Is A PCM On A Car?
Most modern cars have control modules in the form of onboard computerized control systems, and they control engine performance and terrain handling. The Engine Control Module (ECM) is one of the earliest onboard computer systems for mass-market production cars. Older cars have both the ECM and the TCM (Transmission Control Module) working as independent onboard...
Why The P0136 Trouble Code Matter and Should You Care?
Code P0136 trouble code is one of the many error codes available in the onboard diagnostic (OBD) codes. The diagnostic use various codes to monitor and track engine performance. P0136 deals with the oxygen sensor circuits and low voltages in Bank 1. The oxygen sensors are designed to produce voltages between 0.1 mV and 0.9mV....
Engine Control Module Reset Questions / Answers
Engine problems or simply electrical problems can be annoying. Engine control module related problems might end up being really costly. But sometimes the problems with your vehicle or basic electrical systems are originating in a faulty engine control module, and you’ll only have to do a simple reset to get your engine firing properly again...