Danny’s Engineportal is a blog and online resource dedicated to providing information and solutions for engine-related problems.
We focus on DIY engine repair, offering guidance on engine rebuilding, basic machining, technical details, diagnostic troubleshooting, and testing with potential solutions.
Our site aims to help users solve engine issues, by providing practical information and insights.
We strongly suggest that a visual inspection of the engine, is the first step in proper diagnostics. Is a wire loose ? Did a vacuum line fall off ?
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Analyzing Poor Engine Performance: Common Places To Check
- (EGR) Valve: Allows Exhaust Gas To Re-enter The Intake System
- (PCV) System: Controls Crankcase Emissions And Much More
- Automotive Filters: Enable Flow While Removing Impurities
- Engine Timing: Camshaft And Ignition Timing, Are Totally Different
- Exhaust Smoke: When Do You See It, And What Color Is It
- Idle Issues: Engine Won’t Run At, A Steady And Consistent (RPM)
- Misfires: Usually Happen Because Of Spark, Compression Or Fuel
- Spark Plugs: Actually Have Quite A Few, Very Important Jobs
- Turbocharger – Supercharger: Both Squeeze Out More Power
- Variable Valve Timing VVT: Valve Timing Changes, With (RPM)s
- Poor Fuel Economy: Common Causes, And How To Combat Them
- Reducing Fuel Cost Is Easy: If You Can Follow A Few Rules
- Reducing Fuel Consumption – Keep More Money, in Your Pocket
Basic Hard Engine Parts: Top, And Bottom End Components
- Automotive Rebuild: Is It Worth It – Other Possible Options
- Basic Engine Machining: Lets Talk About The Common Operations
- Connecting Rods: The Link Between, The Piston And Crankshaft
- Crankshafts: Convert Vertical Movement Of Pistons Into A Rotation
- Cylinder Heads: Control Air Flow In, And Out Of The Cylinders
- Diesel Engines: Are Sophisticated, And Often Difficult To Diagnose
- Engine Bearings: Enable Internal Moving Parts, To Spin Freely
- Basic Engine Blocks: A Metal Structure, That Houses Other Components
- Engine Damage And Problems: The Most Expensive Repairs
- Mechanical Problems: Require More Wrenching, And Less Testing
- Oil Pressure: Is Actually Created By, The Resistance, To Oil Flow
- Piston Ring: Seals The Combustion Chamber, And Dissipates Heat
- Engine Bottom End Parts: Know The Parts Inside Your Engine
Belts And Hoses Are Crucial: But, Also Have A Short Life Span
Cooling System: Keeping Your Engine at an Efficient Temperature
Diagnosing Leaks: Tips for Detecting and Resolving Engine Leaks
- Coolant Leaks: Signs and Symptoms of Engine Troubles
- Fuel Leaks: How to Detect, Diagnose, and Repair
- Head Gasket Leaks: Common Symptoms and Repair Options
- Manifold Gasket Leaks: Understanding the Causes and Symptoms
- Oil Leaks: Learn How to Find and Repair Them
- Vacuum Leaking: Common Causes and Solutions
Electrical System: Battery, Charging, Starting, Relays And Circuits
- Automotive Battery: Powering Your Engine and Stabilizing Voltage
- Automotive Relays: A Comprehensive Guide
- Car Alternator: Powering Accessories and Charging Batteries
- Car Starter Problems: How to Diagnose and Solve Common Issues
- Automotive Fuses: Know How They Work and Why They Blow
- Ignition Switch: Understanding its Importance in Vehicle Security
- Push Button Start Troubleshooting: Why Won’t the Engine Crank?
Emission Control: Understanding Pollution Devices
- Crankcase Emission Control: Understanding Blow-By Gases
- Evaporative Emission Control: Understanding the Basics
- Exhaust Emission Control: Lowering Harmful Emissions
- Emission Control Systems – What Are They – How Do They Work
Diagnostic Engine Codes: Are The Way, On-Board Diagnostics Talks To You
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- P0001 Through P0099: Fuel And Air Metering
- P0100 Through P0199: Fuel And Air Metering
- P0200 Through P0299: Fuel And Air Metering (Injector Circuit)
- P0300 Through P0399: Ignition System Or Engine Misfire
- P0400 Through P0499: Auxiliary Emissions Controls
- P0500 Through P0599: Vehicle Speed and Idle Control System
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- P0008 Through U1601: Dodge Cummins
- P0100 Through P0804: Chev/Duramax
- P1111 Through P1783: Power Stroke
- OBD Engine Codes and (CEL) Lights – Learn How to Read Them
- Check Engine Light (CEL) – What Can Cause It To Come On
- Dash Warning Lights – Only Provide A Warning Something Is Wrong
- Reduced Engine Power Warning Light – What To Do And Why?
Engine No Start Conditions: Common Causes and Solutions
- Engine Turns Over But Will Not Start: What To Check First
- Engine Will Not Turn Over: What To Check First
- Car Starter Problems: Causes and Solutions
- Engine Cranks But Fails to Start: Causes and Solutions
- Alternator or Battery Failure: How to Diagnose and Save Money
- Car Battery – Know What Can Go Wrong, Before You Disconnect It
Engine Sealing: Includes, Oil, Coolant, Vacuum And Combustion
Exploring Engine Noises: Understanding the Causes and Solutions
Fuel Systems: Understanding How They Store and Deliver Fuel
- Fuel Pressure Regulator: Control, Function, and Troubleshooting
- Electronic Fuel Injectors: Atomize The Fuel, Into A Fine Mist
- Fuel Pump Relays: Supply Higher Power, Used By The Fuel Pump
- Electric Fuel Pumps: How They Work and Common Failures
- Engine Fuel System: Signs of Trouble and What to Check
- Fuel System Related Problems – Not Always Easy To Solve
- Reducing Fuel Consumption: Keep More Money, In Your Pocket
- Poor Fuel Economy: Common Causes, And How To Combat Them
- Reducing Fuel Cost Is Easy: If You Can Follow A Few Rules
- Fuel Leak – If You Smell Fuel, This Could Be A Sign Of A Fuel Leak
- Fuel Injectors: Usually Only Fail, In One Of Three Different Ways
- Common Engine Problems – Noises, Leaks, Overheating, And Fuel
- Loose Gas Cap: Most Common Cause For A Check Engine Light
General Car Maintenance: Your Owners Manual, Is You Bible
Ignition Systems: Boosting Voltage for Efficient Combustion
- Ignition Coils: Take Low Battery Voltage, Then Amplify It
- Primary Ignition System: Battery, Low Voltage Side Of The Circuit
- Secondary Ignition System: Spark, High Voltage Side Of The Circuit
- Ignition Switch: Understanding its Importance in Vehicle Security
- Push Button Start Troubleshooting: Why Won’t the Engine Crank?
- Automatic Shutdown (ASD) Relay – Function – Failure – Testing
- Distributorless Ignition System – Get to Know the Components
- Spark Plugs: Actually Have Quite A Few, Very Important Jobs
Links: Your Comprehensive Guide to Tech Resources
- Abbreviations and Acronyms: Decoding Automotive Terms
- Fuel Pump Diagnostic Guide: For Electric Fuel Injection
- PDF Files for Automotive Reference Tools: A Comprehensive Guide
- Serpentine Belt Routing Guide: Common Belt Routing Diagrams
- SKF Torque Specifications: Front-Rear-Axle-Nut-Hub-Mount-Lug
- Torque Specifications: Proper Torque Specifications And Sequence
Lubricants And Oils: Essential for Engine Health
- Engine Oil Additives: Enhancing Performance and Protection
- (PCV) System: One Of The Biggest Causes, Of Engine Oil Sludge
- Engine Oil Sludge: Is Caused By Your Engine Oil Breaking Down
- Zinc Additives In Engine Oil, Do We Need Them Anymore
- Engine Lubrication Problems – Lack Of Oil, Causing Engine Wear
- Engine Sludge Can Be Reduced: If you Know Where To look
Miscellaneous Topics: A Comprehensive Guide
Motorcycle ATV Repair: Expert Tips to Keep Your Ride in Shape
Overheating Engine: Understanding the Risks and Solutions
- Car Radiators: Allow The Engine Coolant, To Dissipate Heat
- Engine Cooling Fans: Move Air Through The Rad, When Needed
- Rad Caps: Help Regulate Temperature, While Staying Pressurized
- Thermostats: Maintain Temperature, By Controlling Coolant Flow
- Water Pump: Keeps Engine Coolant, Moving Through The Engine
- Coolant Recovery Tank: What Does It Do and Why Do You Need It
- Automotive Engine Overheating – Causes And Consequences
- Cylinder Head Cracking – Overheating Is The Most Common Cause
- Intermittent Temperature Related Engine Problems, Where To Start
- Engine Antifreeze Coolant: What Does It Do?, Why You Need It?
- Common Engine Problems – Noises, Leaks, Overheating, And Fuel
- Engine Coolant: What Are The Basics You Really Need To Know
- Engine Coolant Leaks: How To Find Them – External And Internal
Repair Tips: Take The Scare, Out Of Basic Engine Repair
Reviews: Common Engine Problems, By Make And Model
Sensors: Monitor And Control, Various Engine Parameters
- Crankshaft Camshaft Sensors: Monitor The Crank/Cams Position
- Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor: Monitors Temperature
- Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve: Manages Your Engine’s Idle Speed
- Knock Sensors (KS): Are Used To Detect Engine Knock/Detonation
- Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor: Getting The Correct Amount Of Air
- Oxygen Sensors (O2): Measure The Oxygen Level In Your Exhaust
- Throttle Position Sensor (TPS): Updates The (ECM) About Air Flow
- Automotive Sensors: Monitoring Your Vehicle’s Vital Signs
Testing Procedures and Fixes: Keeping Your Vehicle On the Road
- Cooling Heating System: Also Shares, Many Of The Same Parts
- Electrical System Testing: Sensors, Relays, Ignition, Starter, Battery
- Engine Mechanical: Compression, Leak, Power Balance, Vacuum
- Fuel System Testing: Fuel Pump, Injector, Regulator, Relay, Sensor
- Head Gasket: Manifold Leaks: Happen, Internally And Externally
So, whether you are a mechanic or a car enthusiast. There is a lot you can learn, from your fellow mechanics, automotive repair professionals and car lovers.
Thank You !!