Dica NGK: know how to take care of your car and preserve the environment

Malfunctions can increase fuel consumption and emission of polluting gases São Paulo, September 2021 – Keeping the car overhauled is a condition not only to ensure the correct functioning of the components, but also to contribute to environmental preservation.. Segundo a NGK, Japanese multinational manufacturer and specialist in spark plugs, It is essential for the driver to pay attention to small malfunctions that can increase fuel consumption and the emission of polluting gases. Spark plugs According to Hiromori Mori, NGK Technical Assistance Consultant, spark plugs are items that wear out during engine operation.. That is why, automakers recommend in vehicle manuals a certain mileage for the exchange. "When worn out, spark plugs also interfere with the useful life of other components., like cables and ignition coils", claims. If you do not have the vehicle maintenance manual, o ideal é fazer a inspeção da vela uma vez por ano ou a cada 10 mil km, what happens first. Oxygen sensor A tip for the driver is to ask the trusted mechanic to observe during the overhaul how the long-term mixture adjustment is going.. In a simple way, this setting indicates how much correction the injection system needs to apply in the injection time, that is, in the injected fuel mass. When the setting is too high, indicates that there is something wrong with the injection system. "The verification is very simple and performed using an automotive scanner. This information is based on information from the oxygen sensor", points. Pelo menos uma vez por ano ou a cada 30 mil km, the repairman must check the correct functioning of the oxygen sensor, as well as the blend adjustment. Mori explains, yet, that the guarantee of lower emission levels is directly linked to the engine in correct operation, that is, within the calibration standards. "The driver can ask the trusted mechanic to follow the maintenance plan recommended by the assembler in the vehicle manual. Problems in the ignition and injection systems, in addition to affecting emissions, impact on fuel consumption", alert. Due to the period of validity of the vehicle inspection in some cities like São Paulo, many workshops have gas analysis equipment, which can be used to check if the vehicle has any pollutant emission problem, according to expert. The way you drive matters too In addition to preventive maintenance, the driver can adopt simple habits that contribute to environmental preservation. “Always calibrate the tires, keep the vehicle in line and even change the way you drive are recommendations. Smoother acceleration and braking and the use of constant speed favor fuel economy and reduced gas emissions", NGK's Technical Assistance Consultant ends.