Top 5 Symptoms of Engine Trouble

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Top 5 symptoms of engine trouble
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INTRODUCTION
We dont always appreciate what we have until
its gone - which can be quite an inconvenience
when its your engine! Looking after your
vehicles engine is crucial, and knowing how to
recognise potential problems can help prevent
future driving disasters! Here are a few common
symptoms of engine trouble
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1. Warning lights

• If your dashboard lights turn off automatically
  shortly after starting your engine, then all is
  well. If not, then there may be a problem. You
  should pay special attention to these warning
  lights
• Oil pressure.
• Battery charge.
• Brake system warning light.
• Engine warning light.

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2. Jerking
Driving should be absolutely smooth and easy,
free from surging, jerking, or stalling. If your
car is moves in an unusual way while driving it
may indicate an engine problem. These problems
can include faulty spark plugs or clogged fuel
lines.
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3. Rude noises
Certain sounds like a tapping or popping sounds
in your car can indicate tiny detonations taking
place within your engines cylinder. This can
result in expensive piston damages. Listen out
for these noises should they occur, it may be
that your car needs a service.
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4. Foul smells
Unusual smells can indicate serious engine
troubles. It may indicate oil or coolant leaking
from their conventional closed-loop systems.
Worse, it may indicate harmful exhaust fumes
invading your cars interior. DO NOT ignore these
issues have your vehicle looked at as soon as
possible.
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5. Smoke signals

• If your vehicle is producing smoke, this can
  indicate engine problems.
• Blue smoke This signifies the escape of oil from
  its intended passage into the engine.
• White smoke This signifies the mixing of
  antifreeze with your cars fuel supply.

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A final tip
Do not ignore any warning signs that may indicate
a problem with your engine engine failure can be
dangerous, expensive, and at the very least
inconvenient! Service your car regularly to
reduce the risk of engine problems, and
remember Prevention is always better (and often
cheaper!) than cure.
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