Most popular

What causes spark plug wire to arc at coil boot?

What causes spark plug wire to arc at coil boot? The root cause is usually a misfiring spark plug. Over time a spark that is jumping can damage the plug wire or coil boot as the case may be. With the spark plug out I would advise running a compression check on that cylinder. How long does it take for a spark plug wire to arc? A connection is made to apply 12vdc to a coil. Current starts to flow but it is opposed by the induction of the coil. The voltage slowly overcomes the induction and more current flows....
Other

What causes yaw sensor replacement on Hummer H3?

What causes yaw sensor replacement on Hummer H3? YAW sensor replacement after C0186 or C0196 fault code (Lateral Accelerometer/Yaw Rate Circuit) for Hummer H3. This was caused by blocked sunroof drain tubes causing water to leak into the car and affecting the YAW sensor. What should I do if my Hummer H3 won't reboot? Gm recommends that you power down the vehicle for 15 seconds to give the StabiliTrak time to reboot. If it works after firing your H3 back up, great! If not, it may be time to have it serviced. What causes a Hummer H3 to lose its...
Easy tips

Why does my GMC Canyon have an ABS fault light?

Why does my GMC Canyon have an ABS fault light? Why cant GM get rotors right, they always warp. I expect a abs fault light in my future as my rotors are going out of round bigtime already at 3k miles on my 2007, when they get bad enough it screws up the abs sensor and the light will appear. Why cant GM get rotors right, they always warp. Why does my ABS fault light keep going on? 2nd time the ABS fault light went on happened this morning. Last time at the dealership they replaced the brake light switch...
Other

Are rotor bolts necessary?

Are rotor bolts necessary? No need to replace those screw(s). They are only there to keep the rotor in place during assembly so that in won't fall off until you have the wheel in place and tightened which is what actually holds the rotor. Can a park tool be used to remove a rotor? After all the bolts are safely out, remove the rotor. If the rotor came with new bolts, check them for an aerobic threadlocker. If the bolts have no threadlocker, you can use thread prep such as Park Tool TLR-1 inside the hub rotor mounting holes. Can...
Most popular

Where is the SDM airbag control module located?

Where is the SDM airbag control module located? Location of Airbag Control Module (where is the module located in my vehicle?) How to remove SDM airbag control module (sensing diagnostic module) & seat belt pretensioners on a Chevy Camaro 2017, 2018, 2019 Can You unplug the SRS airbag control module? You are now safe to unplug the airbag control module harness wiring plugs. All airbag srs components must be installed and connected properly before installing the airbag control module. This includes air bags, seat belts, clock spring and impact sensors. Disconnect the battery and bolt down the module and then...
Most popular

When does traction active go on in Yukon Denali?

When does traction active go on in Yukon Denali? I have a 2005 Yukon Denali 75,000 miles and this same problem started about five months ago. The Traction Active goes on during acceleration between 20-30 mph about 5% of the time when starting from a complete stop, seems to happen more frequently in warm (80+F) weather. SUV looses power just as RichardA wrote. Why does my Yukon Denali lose all power? My 2003 Yukon Denali with 60,000 miles is acting funny. When starting from a dead stop, it sometimes loses all power and the message “TRACTION ACTIVE” shows up on...
Most popular

What kind of gas does a 2011 GMC Acadia take?

What kind of gas does a 2011 GMC Acadia take? Gasoline 2011 GMC Acadia/Fuel type What is the gas mileage on a 2011 GMC Acadia? Fuel EconomyCity17 MPGHighway24 MPGCombined19 MPG What kind of mpg does GMC Acadia get? All-wheel-drive Acadia models are very close at 16/23/19 mpg. Properly equipped, the Acadia can tow up to 5,200 pounds. What are the ratings of the 2011 GMC Acadia? 2011 GMC Acadia Review 1 Compliant ride 2 seating for up to eight passengers 3 adult-friendly split-folding third-row seat 4 massive cargo area 5 top safety scores. 6 Compromised outward visibility 7 large size...
Most popular

How do you remove a fuel pump from a Toyota Tundra?

How do you remove a fuel pump from a Toyota Tundra? Fuel tank connector. Now that the tank is removed from the truck, you can remove the fuel pump assembly. First, remove the two fuel lines on top of the fuel pump assembly; this is done by prying the clips off and pulling the lines out. Next, you need to unscrew the retaining cap on the fuel pump assembly. Where is the fuel line on a Toyota Tundra? Emissions line. At the top of the tank, remove the wiring harness as shown in Figure 5, then remove the two fuel...
Common questions

Can petrol engines have governors?

Can petrol engines have governors? The Woodward PSG governor is a speed-droop governor for controlling speed of small diesel, gas, and gasoline engines, or small steam or industrial gas turbines, isochronously or with droop. The governor is used to control engines or turbines driving alternators, dc generators, pumps, or compressors. What happens to an engine without a governor? Without a governor, you would need to adjust the throttle manually each time your lawn mower ran across a dense patch of grass or the engine will stall. A governor does the job for you by detecting changes in the load and...
Easy tips

How do you change the fuel tank in a Toyota RAV4?

How do you change the fuel tank in a Toyota RAV4? Install the sender gauge with the 5 bolts. Install 7 new fuel tank cushions onto the fuel tank as shown in the illustration. Install the 4 tube clamps to the fuel tank. Install the tube with the 4 clips. Set the fuel tank on a mission jack. Lift up the mission jack. Fold back the 2 cushion rubbers. Where is the fuel tank door located on a car? The fuel tank door moves on a hinge, which is mounted to the body, usually found on one side or the...