Whenever you stop your car and let it sit, your car is idling. As long as the engine is on and the vehicle is not in motion, then you’re idling. However, sometimes engines can idle high or low, depending on its rotational speed. Today we’re going to be going over three different ways an engine can idle and how you should proceed. Let’s dive in. High, Low, and Rough Idle When your car is sitting in park and the engine is running, the engine is still rotating hundreds of times

Vehicles in Maryland are subject to emissions testing every couple of years. The test only takes a few minutes, and if your car is in good working condition, you are likely to pass. But what happens if you’ve failed the MD emissions test? The first step to getting your vehicle to pass emissions testing is to find out what the reason for failure is. Common Reasons for Vehicle Emissions Test Failure Hydrocarbon Failure This can be caused by any of the following: Air-to-fuel mix

The muffler on your vehicle has two main functions: to help direct exhaust gasses out of the engine and to reduce the noise made by your vehicle’s exhaust system that is directed from the exhaust ports to the exhaust pipes. Many common issues with your car’s exhaust can be diagnosed simply by listening for new and unfamiliar noises. Common Exhaust Noises Here are the most common noises your exhaust will make that indicate a problem: Backfiring A loud bang or firecracker noise

Have you noticed the exhaust on your vehicle making a rattling noise? There are a lot of potential reasons your car exhaust could be rattling, but it is predominantly caused by loose parts. Here are the various areas to check when trying to figure out why your car exhaust is rattling. Loose Support Bracket or Mounting An exhaust system is attached to your car with the use of brackets or hangers. Over time, these brackets or hangers can get loose or rusted and fail. If this ha

Not all exhaust leaks are equal. While some can be seen, and others can definitely be heard, there are some leaks which you will not be able to see or hear at all. Regardless of the type of exhaust leak, it’s important you know all the ways to tell whether your car’s exhaust is leaking so you can get it fixed before it causes a larger issue. Increased Noise The first, and most obvious sign a car’s exhaust is leaking is the noise. An exhaust system, when properly functioning,