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ndian automobile industry is dominated with a wide variety of car models. These car models falls in various different categories based upon the size, body structure, price and even the type of car engines.

Old and new cars running on Indian roads have different engine specifications. Apart from differentiating between petrol, diesel and electric engines, Indian cars are also outfitted with engines that have their own authenticity and uniqueness. Some of the most common and popular unique engine types are Hyundai’s kappa engine and Maruti Suzuki’s K series engine.

Though the engines differ in their specifications, they face the common problems and troubles. Car engine problems need special observation and care to maintain the engine performance and effectiveness. There are ways that are helpful to sort out engine problems but only when the causes of car engine problems are known.

Here are top 5 causes of car engine problems:



Improper cooling system is the major cause of engine problems. This prevents the process of engine cooling and overheats the car engine. Heated engine hampers the performance of the car. Improper cooling system also includes worn out fan belts and poor performance of cooling fan. Any sort of leakage in the cooling system also overheats the car engine. Check the cooling system of the car thoroughly for leakage, worn out articles and proper working because it plays a vital role in maintaining the actual engine performance.

Damaged and worn out engine components like distributor cap, rotor, spark plugs and ignition wires also contribute to improper functioning of the car engine. Worn out components result in engine surging, engine heating and creates faulty engine sounds. Damaged seals and valves results in excess of oil consumption and damaged exhaust pipe causes a hissing sound. In order to prevent faulty engine sounds, ensure that the engine components are in good condition and if not replace them.

Changes in the engine oil level, oil type and oil grade directly influences the working of the car engine. If a different grade and type of oil is used in the car engine, it will immediately respond to the change signaling a fault in the engine. The oil type and grade should be as per the recommendations. Mixture of moisture or dirt with the engine oil also hampers the performance. Always check the user manual prior to changing the engine oil. Put the correct amount of oil of the right type and grade.

Dirty and worn out oil filters also causes a great pose to engine performance. If the filters are not well cleaned, it will distract the flow of engine oil and affect the performance and effectiveness. A simple way to get out of this engine problem is to take good care of the filters and keep them clean.

Some fault in the ignition system including the rotor ignition, ignition wires, and spark plugs directly affects the working of the car engine. This enables the car engine to respond slowly to the ignition process. The best way to deal with this problem is to maintain the ignition system and replace the damaged spark plugs and ignition wires. Also ensure that the ignition time is set correctly.



 

 

 

 



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