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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR CAR
The engine is the heart of the vehicle and needs periodic maintenance once a year or every 10,000 km at a minimum. The most common precautions are oil and filter changes (air, oil and fuel). But there are other items that require preventative maintenance, such as a timing belt, cables and spark plugs, and coolant.
1- Cleaning the nozzles Magneti Marelli's technical team indicates the cleaning of the nozzles in cases where the vehicle has difficulty starting or high fuel consumption. The valves do not clog, but have internal filters that can be replaced. The diagnosis is made with special equipment that measures the amount of fuel injected. If there is a difference between the injectors, equalization must be done using a specific machine. 2- Direct Injection The same attention given to indirect injection vehicles should be given to direct injection vehicles , explains the Magneti Marelli Aftermarket team. Fuel supply is pressurized to 200 bar and injectors should be checked for signs of trouble. Some injection valves allow repairs, with component replacement and repair identification and / or part replacement being done with the aid of specific equipment. Automobile Remedy blog has useful info about this, check it out right now! 3 - Engine Oil Always use the oil specified in the owner's manual, regardless of vehicle mileage, and change it within the stated time. Never complete the level. If leaking, correct and change oil. Always change the filter along with the oil as this will prevent contamination of the new lubricant by impurities in the old filter. |
4- Hoses
Rubber components in the engine casing age over time and should be checked and replaced preventively, such as fuel and radiator hoses. The service life is five years (such as tires) and after this period can dry out and create cracks.
5 - Candles
The life of a candle is determined by the automakers. In the owner's manuals the user can check the recommendation of changing parts according to these tests. Manufacturer NGK recommends inspecting the sail every 10,000 km or annually. According to NGK Brazil Technical Assistance consultant Hiromori Mori, the driver who wants better performance and driveability can replace his regular spark plug with a special model made of platinum or iridium, provided there are compatible product applications.
6 - Turbo
Usually the turbo is maintenance free. Manufacturers guarantee a service life of up to 200,000 km as long as it is used correctly, simply by performing engine oil changes within the periods specified in the owner's manual as it uses the same lubricant.
7 - Toothed Belt
It must be replaced as indicated by the vehicle manufacturer in the owner's manual. The wear that occurs on the auxiliary bearings and tensioners goes along with the belt itself. In addition, to prevent the new belt from wearing differently than the previous one due to defects in the components working on the old assembly, it is highly recommended to replace all parts of the timing assembly.
Rubber components in the engine casing age over time and should be checked and replaced preventively, such as fuel and radiator hoses. The service life is five years (such as tires) and after this period can dry out and create cracks.
5 - Candles
The life of a candle is determined by the automakers. In the owner's manuals the user can check the recommendation of changing parts according to these tests. Manufacturer NGK recommends inspecting the sail every 10,000 km or annually. According to NGK Brazil Technical Assistance consultant Hiromori Mori, the driver who wants better performance and driveability can replace his regular spark plug with a special model made of platinum or iridium, provided there are compatible product applications.
6 - Turbo
Usually the turbo is maintenance free. Manufacturers guarantee a service life of up to 200,000 km as long as it is used correctly, simply by performing engine oil changes within the periods specified in the owner's manual as it uses the same lubricant.
7 - Toothed Belt
It must be replaced as indicated by the vehicle manufacturer in the owner's manual. The wear that occurs on the auxiliary bearings and tensioners goes along with the belt itself. In addition, to prevent the new belt from wearing differently than the previous one due to defects in the components working on the old assembly, it is highly recommended to replace all parts of the timing assembly.
8 - Radiator
It is very important to ensure that the water is in the correct proportion of additive, which must be specified by the vehicle manufacturer. Periodically, attention should be paid to maintaining the complete cooling system , observing the engine working temperature. Magneti Marelli Aftermarket technicians explain that an engine running above or below operating temperature indicates that service and overhaul are required.
9 - Filters
At least once a year, air, oil, fuel and air conditioning filters should be changed. Technical consultant José Carlos Finardi of Canal 100% Motor does not recommend using washable filters. “I followed a lot of tests when I worked at an automaker that showed inefficient washable filters after first use.”
It is very important to ensure that the water is in the correct proportion of additive, which must be specified by the vehicle manufacturer. Periodically, attention should be paid to maintaining the complete cooling system , observing the engine working temperature. Magneti Marelli Aftermarket technicians explain that an engine running above or below operating temperature indicates that service and overhaul are required.
9 - Filters
At least once a year, air, oil, fuel and air conditioning filters should be changed. Technical consultant José Carlos Finardi of Canal 100% Motor does not recommend using washable filters. “I followed a lot of tests when I worked at an automaker that showed inefficient washable filters after first use.”