Auto Smoke Leak Detector Videos by Creators #739

I have heard of numerous diy methods to detect those pesky vacuum leaks but it usually involves the use of a propane connected to a hose or carburetor spray cleaner aimed at suspected leak sites while the engine is running Both of these methods can present a nasty fire hazzard when used around a hot engine Smoke machines are a better method but the cost of these machines is way beyond the. I found a disco smoke machine at a garage sale for $10, and converted it to look for automotive leaks. The technicians found an oil leak and offered to run the diagnostic test where they insert dye into the engine to see where the leak is coming from The test costs about $120 and i’d like to know if this is worth the cost. If you have a leak, it prevents the vacuum from being maintained and a sensor trips the check engine light The smoke test is one wherein smoke is pumped into the air spaces in your gas tank and fuel system, and the smoke will be forceed out the leak, telling the shop where it is. My “check engine” light came on and firestone complete auto care diagnosed it as an evaporation control canister & fuel vapor storage can leak & offered to fix it for $955.00 When pressed for more information they said that it was a small leak and probably not a significant problem And i understand that a diagnostic does not mean an automatic smoke test But, correct me if i’m wrong, but if there’s a minor evap leak, wouldn’t a smoke test be the proper procedure to detect the leak, rather than just assuming it’s the cannister purge valve I mean, just assumed that was standard procedure for a minor evap leak. Is it necessary to position the camshaft correctly to seal valve openings when performing a smoke test for vacuum leaks Or would either the intake or exhaust valve be completely closed in each combustion chamber for any given position in the rotation of an engine? The autozone report suggests i may need to replace evap leak detection pump module, which seems costs several hundreds according to my research online One mechanic say i need to have smoking test to find out problems first. I would get one of these, plus a 10 year ionization type smoke detector and place both of them on the floor of the car for a couple of trips, then install them in your house. Is the low pressure port on the compressor or somewhere else Get a new valve cap at the dealer or auto parts store The cap should not allow a leak Some service ports will leak a little That is why the external cap is used Put the cap on and check the port with a soap and water solution and see if it leaks then