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What is a fuel injector?

In Automotive Diagnostics by HomeTowne Auto Repair & Tire

Certain components need to be in good working order in order for your vehicle’s engine to run properly. Its performance can be impacted when there is a problem with the fuel injectors. These parts are responsible for sending fuel to the cylinder, allowing the engine to operate. A 2008 Jeep Wrangler that was brought to HomeTowne Auto Repair and Tire …

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Maintaining your vehicle’s coolant level

In Vehicle Fluids by HomeTowne Auto Repair & Tire

Written by Erin Flynn When I started my Volkswagen Beetle a few days ago, I heard a beeping sound and noticed that one of my dashboard lights was blinking. A few seconds later, it turned off. I learned, later on, that it had been the coolant level light. One of the staff members from HomeTowne Auto Repair & Tire checked …

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Check engine light may indicate catalytic converter problem

In Automotive Diagnostics by HomeTowne Auto Repair & Tire

A catalytic converter helps reduce pollution by changing a vehicle’s exhaust emission. Ray from HomeTowne Auto Repair & Tire installed a new one on a Dodge Caravan on Monday. The vehicle was brought to the shop when the check engine light came on.  When checking the O2 sensors on the computer, he realized that the catalytic converter wasn’t working properly. …

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Oil leaks in Toyota Tundra’s and Sequoia’s

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Oil leaks are a common problem with some Toyota Tundra’s and Sequoia’s. HomeTowne Auto Repair and Tire has certified technicians who can help solve them. This week, Technician Ray addressed an oil leak by replacing a camshaft cover seal. The seal was located between the camshaft housing and head of the Toyota V8 engine. To get to the seal, he needed …