Engine Archives - Import Car
Unlocking Peak Engine Performance

Unveiling the truth about ignition systems and engine performance optimization. Sponsored by The Group Training Academy.

Timing The BMW N53 And N54

The BMW N53 (naturally aspirated) and N54 (turbocharged) engines were among the first BMW engines to come with variable valve timing on the intake and exhaust camshafts. The N53 and N54 straight-six has unfairly earned a bad reputation for reliability with technicians due to timing chain and variable valve timing problems. The reputation comes from

Solving Intermittent Overheating

New cooling systems anticipate and influence changes in coolant temperature.

Mercedes-Benz M272 and M273 Intake Manifolds Causing DTC P2006

Late-model Mercedes-Benz cars equipped with 3.0L and 3.5L V6 engines (M272 or M273) have experienced performance problems.

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Solving Mystery BMW Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Something as simple as checking the DTCs can go off the rails when the code isn’t translated properly by your scan tool.

Jaguar/Land Rover V8 Engines

This engine is unique due to the high-pressure fuel pumps driven by the crankshaft using a chain that turns the oil pump.

Mercedes-Benz Biturbo V8 Engine

The Mercedes-Benz M176, M177 or M178 engines can be found in almost every Mercedes Benz class since 2015, from C to S, as well as many SUVs. The V8 Biturbo engine is one of the first mass-produced engines with the turbochargers nestled in the V of the engine and intake manifolds where the exhaust manifolds

Engine Build: Evo Wagon – Turbocharged Evo 9 Engine

The goal is to make this turbocharged Evo 9 engine an 8-second, 1/4-mile, 1,000-hp monster.

Audi TFSI/FSI: Oil Consumption And Carbon Buildup

Carbon and fuel problems with the 2.0L FSI engine have multiple causes, symptoms and solutions.

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Best Practices for Turbo Services (VIDEO)

Turbo performance can only be impaired by mechanical damage or debris. Sponsored by Standard Motor Products.

Jaguar V8 Engine Service for 4.0 and 4.2-Liter Types

Make sure you have the vehicle identification number ready when ordering parts.

Engine Components (VIDEO)

Engine management components are notoriously complex. This video is sponsored by The Group Training Academy.