Category: Exhaust
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Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve: Keeping Your Emission Clean
EGR Valve: What It Is and Why It Matters at Meineke in Buckner When you want to reduce emissions and keep your engine running efficiently, your Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve plays a key role. Because it helps lower combustion temperatures, it reduces the formation of harmful nitrogen oxides (NOx). Whether you’re navigating the streets…
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Vapor Lock: Everything You Need to Know to Avoid It
Vapor Lock: What It Is and When to See a Mechanic When your engine suddenly stalls or struggles to restart on a hot day, vapor lock could be the culprit. Since it disrupts the flow of fuel to your engine, vapor lock can leave you stranded without warning. Whether you’re cruising through Louisville or heading…
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Oxygen Sensors: What You Need to Know to Save Money and Fuel
Oxygen Sensors: Why They Matter and When to See a Mechanic Your car’s oxygen sensors help keep your engine running efficiently by monitoring oxygen levels in the exhaust. Since they ensure the correct fuel-to-air ratio, they play a crucial role in fuel efficiency, emissions control, and overall performance. But when an oxygen sensor fails, you…
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Catalytic Converter: Keeping Your Lungs Safe from Harm
What Does Your Car’s Catalytic Converter Do and Why Is It Important? Here in St. Matthews we love the wide, open spaces in our beautiful parks. And part of keeping our air clean is the unassuming job of your car or tuck’s catalytic converter. In fact, it’s your car’s catalytic converter that plays a crucial…
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Rusted Muffler? How it Happened & How to Prevent It
What Causes Your Car or Truck’s Muffler to Rust and How to Prevent It Imagine you’re headed to a fun filled Thanksgiving Day at family’s in Buckner. But, before hopping into your car, you notice your muffler is sadly rusted. Your vehicle’s muffler plays a critical role in reducing noise and directing exhaust safely away…