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Recognizing engine problems early can save money
Catch it early
Whether it's a slight shimmy and shake when travelling
down the highway, gas mileage dropping off or some other
odd behaviour, vehicles usually alert their owners to engine
troubles long before they become critical. Paying attention
to these problems can prevent frustrating roadside
breakdowns or expensive repair bills. (Ms photo)
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MS — Engine troubles are many
drivers' worst nightmares. Whether
they occur out on the road or they
prevent drivers from leaving their
driveways in the morning, engine
troubles can quickly derail plans and
cost drivers substantial amounts of
money.
Thankfully, engine troubles are
often noticeable long before cars
break down. Drivers who learn to
recognize the signs that suggest
engines might be in need of work
can avoid being stranded on the road
or at home.
• Vehicle shaking: One telltale
sign of engine trouble is when a
vehicle shakes while it's moving.
Drivers of old cars and trucks may
not expect the smoothest of rides,
but cars that shake, sometimes
violently, could be experiencing
problems.
Sometimes a car might shake if its
spark plugs need replacing. That's
an easy, inexpensive fix that drivers
can do on their own in a matter of
minutes. A more serious cause of the
vehicle shaking could be problems
with its timing belt or fuel intake
system. Drivers who inspect and/or
replace their spark plugs but notice
their vehicles are still shaking
should take their cars into their
mechanics immediately.
• Sudden gas mileage reduction:
Drivers who notice they're not
getting as much bang for their gas
bucks as they used to might have
engine troubles to blame. According
to Pep Boys, a dropoff in gas
mileage might be indicative of an
issue in the compression stroke of
the engine. Such an issue can
typically be fixed by having the fuel
system serviced, which will clean
the fuel system and can help restore
the vehicle's performance and
reduce emissions.
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• Noises: If driving has become as
noisy as a rock concert, drivers
should take heed that this could be
indicative of engine trouble. Pep
Boys notes that noises typically
indicate abnormalities in the
combustion flow. Such noises may
include knocking, hissing and
popping. Vehicles making these
noises should be taken to a mechanic
immediately.
• Stalling: Vehicles that jerk or
stall also may be experiencing
engine troubles. While old spark
plugs might be the culprit, stalling or
jerking may indicate clogged fuel
lines or fuel filters. Such issues may
also be traced to issues with the
vehicle's computer system. Bring
such issues to the attention of a
mechanic, and reduce their
frequency with regular oil changes.
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