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Fuel System
I’d like to give you a quick overview of the fuel system. It starts with the fuel tank. The fuel pump is located inside the tank and pumps fuel out to the engine. Somewhere alo...
Published on: Jul 31, 2022
Gasoline Direct Injection
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Question:My new car has a “GDI” engine. What does that mean to me and other Colorado Springs vehicles with this new type of engine?The Auto Werks Answer:GDI stands for...
Published on: Feb 01, 2022
Proper Grade of Gas
There are a lot of misconceptions about fuel grades – and by fuel grades I mean the octane rating. With names like “Standard," “Super," “Plus," and “Premium,” it&rs...
Published on: Sep 01, 2020
Fuel System Service at The Auto Werks
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The Auto Werks post contains a quick overview of the fuel system. It starts with the fuel tank. The fuel pump is located inside the tank and pumps fuel out to the engine. Somewhere along the ...
Published on: Aug 09, 2020
Better Service, Better Fuel Economy in Colorado Springs
Maintaining your car or truck will make it more efficient. It works the way it was designed to and that means it uses less fuel: And you save money.
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Published on: Nov 18, 2019
Your Nose Knows Gasoline
Each time we fuel up our vehicles, we get a little whiff of gasoline, so the smell is very familiar. There shouldn’t be any gasoline smell in or around your vehicle when you are away from the ga...
Published on: Sep 08, 2019
E85 Fuel Safety For Colorado Springs Drivers
This automotive safety warning is coming from a very unusual source: fire fighting experts. You’ve probably heard of E-85 gasoline. Some newer vehicle models are specifically built to run ...
Published on: Jul 25, 2019
Fuel Saving Tip from The Auto Werks: Gas Cap
This fuel saving tip for Colorado Springs residents is so simple you won't believe it. It has to do with your gas cap. The first thing is to make sure it's screwed on tight. If it's loose, gas vapor w...
Published on: Sep 13, 2018