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When The Spark is Gone

When the Spark is Gone! Replacing spark plugs in modern vehicles can be a demading experience for today’s technicians. Not only have spark plug designs changed, the ignition systems that create the...

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HIgh Mileage Woes! Frank’s Automotive Repair

HIgh Mileage Woes!! Frank’s Automotive Repair Although some exceptions exist, most manufacturers of 1996 and newer vehicles specify replacing spark plugs at 100,000 -mile intervals. The exceptions...

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CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS DONE TO PASS EMISSIONS

CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS DONE TO PASS EMISSIONS So the check engine light is on! What does this mean? If your check engine light is illuminated, it’s best to take it in for diagnostic testing. Because while...

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Check Cylinder Compression – Frank’s Automotive

Check Cylinder Compression – Frank’s Automotive Perform a cranking compression test (spark plug removed, ignition isabled and throttle held wide- open). Note the reading on your compression gauge and...

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Basic Ignition Checks At Frank’s Automotive

Basic Ignition Checks At Frank’s Automotive Naturally, random misfire cause by a loss of spark or a weak spark may simply be due to fouled spark plugs, ecessive plug gap, faulty spark plug wire, weak...

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