How to Troubleshoot Car Air Intake Problems

Nothing is more troublesome than a car that won't run. Even with today's high-tech computerized cars the basics of troubleshooting is the same as it always has been. Try finding the problem before going to the garage. The more knowledge you have the better service your car will get.

Instructions

1

Check the intake tube that is factory installed in your vehicle. It is under the hood on the left wheel well.

2

Determine if any screws or clamps are loose and tighten them immediately.

3

Oversee the car lifted by a hoist and check the muffler and the lower air intake system.

4

Examine the higher and lower pipes, hoses and clamps to see if any corrosion exists.

5

Investigate the cleanliness of the air flow filter. White is clean; black is excessively dirty. If the filter is gray, it needs to be changed.

6

Isolate the lower pipe in the fender--in rainy parts of the country, the lower pipe can actually bring water into the engine. Move its location if this is the case.

7

Feel the urethane connector with your hand. Check for cracks, corrosion and bubbles that can cause leaks.