If you own a Ford vehicle, you’ve probably seen the “Service AdvanceTrac” warning on the dash. While there are many reasons this light may be illuminated, it is possible to reset the warning yourself. What is AdvanceTrac? AdvanceTrac is Ford’s branding for their electronic stability control system. A stability control system uses wheel speed sensors, … Read more
Today’s vehicles are heavily reliant upon data transmission to facilitate proper operation. Data is relayed between numerous engine related sensors, and an engine’s operating computer, known as the ECM (engine control module). This integrated communications system is known as a vehicle’s on-board diagnostics network. In the present, properly diagnosing driveability and functionality related vehicle issues … Read more
Every vehicle with an internal combustion engine contains an exhaust gas recirculation system, also known as an EGR system. The purpose of this system is to reduce the level of nitrogen oxide emissions which get produced during the combustion process of a gasoline engine or diesel engine. Basically, when exhaust gas comes out of the … Read more
When a mechanic goes to diagnose a serious problem with your vehicle, they will usually hook up a scanning tool to the power control module. The computer of the module will then provide the scanner with a troubleshooting code which signifies the problem of the vehicle. For instance, the diagnostic trouble code “P0700” signifies that … Read more