Alex's Autohaus

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Technically, the US market gets a variant of the B48 called the B46. They are identical, other than a few small differences that allow the B46 to meet tighter emissions regulations. In addition to failing emissions tests, a failed EGR valve can impact the way your engine runs. The power output between the two is the same.

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RepairSmith

MARCH 28, 2024

Poor engine performance: You need an optimal air-fuel ratio for the combustion process and to start your car. A failed emissions test: If the canister purge valve allows excessive vapor to escape from the charcoal canister, your emissions will likely exceed the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) standard.

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RepairSmith

JANUARY 15, 2024

You won’t be able to start your car in some cases. You mostly won’t be able to start the car when it fails. If you must drive and your car is starting, don’t speed up and make sure your next stop is to a mechanic. However, if you start the car but can’t hear the whirring sound, you might need a fuel pump replacement.

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RepairSmith

JANUARY 21, 2024

While driving with an EVAP leak is technically possible, it isn’t recommended. Here’s why: Your car’s Evaporative Emission Control System captures and stores vapors from the fuel tank and burns them in the combustion chamber during engine operation. Is it Safe to Drive By Fixing an EVAP Leak Temporarily? Let’s find out.

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RepairSmith

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

How to Replace an Engine Air Filter : A Step-By-Step Guide Replacing an engine air filter requires basic automobile and technical knowledge, and that’s why you should let a mechanic handle the replacement. In older cars with carburetors, the filter can be found under a large, round cover. What Causes a Bad Engine Air Filter?

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RepairSmith

JANUARY 9, 2024

You’ll technically be able to start and drive your car with a faulty O2 sensor, but you’ll likely face poor engine performance and a drop in fuel economy. 3 FAQs about Oxygen Sensors How Does a Car O2 Sensor Work? A bad oxygen sensor won’t put your car out of action. How Does a Car O2 Sensor Work?

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RepairSmith

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Emissions issues: A bad throttle body can disrupt the air-fuel balance, leading to your car emitting black smoke from the exhaust and causing more pollution. You might even fail an emissions test, which is bad news for the environment and your wallet.

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