A transmission temperature sensor is an important component of a car’s transmission system. It is used to measure the temperature of the transmission fluid, which helps to maintain the proper functioning of the transmission.  Where does the transmission temperature sensor is located? The sensor is usually located within the transmission, and it is able to…

Abs sensor wires are electrical wires that connect an anti-lock braking system (ABS) sensor to the brake system. The ABS sensor detects wheel speed and sends the information to the vehicle’s computer, which then adjusts the brake pressure to maintain stability and control during hard braking.  So can you splice an ABS sensor wire? That…

What does the fuel composition sensor do? The fuel composition sensor is a device used to measure the composition of fuel in an engine. It helps to ensure that the fuel is within the optimal range for combustion, which improves engine performance and efficiency.  The sensor also helps to protect the engine from damage caused…

Where is the knock sensor on a 2001 Chevy Silverado? One or two knock sensors were included in Chevrolet’s 4.3-litre Vortec V-6 engines. One for every cylinder bank. Both of them are situated below the intake manifold. These sensors picked up on improper combustion of the fuel-air mixture in the cylinder. The engine control module…

The accelerator pedal’s position in relation to the throttle position sensor determines how far open the throttle valve (or blade) is. The throttle position determines how much air enters the intake manifold of an engine; when it is wide open, more air enters; when it is nearly closed, less air enters. In this article, we…

This article discusses how the ride height sensor works, the basics, failing symptoms, replacement and some related FAQs. So I invite you to stick around until the end to find out what you’ve been looking for.  What does a ride height sensor do?  The distance between the road and a certain point on the vehicle’s…

The tip-over sensor’s main objective is to keep the car from catching fire. Sadly, it frequently occurs that people lose their lives in truck accidents or other incidents because they are unable to escape a burning vehicle in time. In this article, you will find the symptoms of a bad tip-over sensor, with all the…

Knock sensors don’t affect performance when removed, but if they’re functional and necessary to stop the detonation, leave them in place because doing so could save your engine. EGR can be deleted without affecting its performance. Most tuners I’m familiar with are unable to correctly adjust the knock sensor’s sensitivity settings. They are obtained empirically…