engine-temperature

3 Easy Steps: How to Add Coolant to Your Car

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When your engine is hemorrhaging antifreeze, it can be a major cause for concern. If you’re lucky, you may only need to top off your coolant. However, if you’ve noticed a puddle of coolant underneath your car or if the temperature gauge on your dashboard begins to spike, it’s a sign that you need to … Read more

3 Easy Steps to Test Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor

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Featured Image: [Image of an ECT sensor] The engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor is a vital component in your vehicle’s engine management system. It measures the temperature of the coolant and sends this information to the engine control unit (ECU). The ECU uses this information to adjust the air-fuel mixture, ignition timing, and other engine … Read more