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	<title>Happy Jap's Auto Repair</title>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 20:46:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>Synthetic Lubricants</title>
		<link>http://www.happyjaps.com/wordpress/2008/11/06/synthetic_lubricants/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 20:46:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Synthetic lubricants can save time and money in many ways.  Reduced wear and maintenance, extended oil change intervals and better fuel economy head the list of benefits.  An oil change for a typical 4 cylinder car using synthetic oil only costs about 15% more than using conventional oil, but the oil can last up to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Cold Start</title>
		<link>http://www.happyjaps.com/wordpress/2008/11/06/cold-start/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 20:04:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A cold start occurs when the engine is at ambient temperature. Cold starts can actually cause more wear on the engine than normal use does. It takes time for engines to circulate oil through themselves. Typically this is less than a second, but the engine is actually running without oil during this time.  Lower temperature [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Check Engine Light</title>
		<link>http://www.happyjaps.com/wordpress/2008/09/25/check-engine-light/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:36:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Modern vehicles use computers that feature on board diagnostics (OBD). These computers use sensors to watch various engine functions. When one of these sensors detects a signal that is outside of the range set by the car manufacturer, it turns logs a diagnostic trouble code and turns on the check engine light. This light indicates [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Diagnostic Trouble Code</title>
		<link>http://www.happyjaps.com/wordpress/2008/09/25/diagnostic-trouble-code/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:36:30 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Codes generated by the on board diagnostic system. A mechanic can use these codes to find out exactly what is happening inside the engine.
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		<title>On Board Diagnostics (ODB)</title>
		<link>http://www.happyjaps.com/wordpress/2008/09/25/on-board-diagnostics-odb/</link>
		<comments>http://www.happyjaps.com/wordpress/2008/09/25/on-board-diagnostics-odb/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:34:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[On board diagnostics are built into every modern car. The computer in the car monitors signals from sensors in and around the engine to monitor its health and performance.
These diagnostics can help a mechanic see what is going wrong on the car, but not why. It is important to remember that there is nothing that [...]]]></description>
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		<title>EVAP System</title>
		<link>http://www.happyjaps.com/wordpress/2008/09/25/evap-system/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:19:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Responsible for keeping raw gasoline fumes inside the tank. Uses filters and hoses to process air entering and leaving the system.
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		<title>Turn Off That Check Engine Light!</title>
		<link>http://www.happyjaps.com/wordpress/2008/09/24/check-engine-lights-and-your-fuel-cap/</link>
		<comments>http://www.happyjaps.com/wordpress/2008/09/24/check-engine-lights-and-your-fuel-cap/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 20:15:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>rex</dc:creator>
		
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Did you know that your check engine light can be turned on by something as simple as a loose gas cap? The vapors above the liquid fuel in your gas tank are one of the largest volumes of hydrocarbons in your car. The EVAP system is responsible for managing these vapors. Air entering and exiting [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Drive Train</title>
		<link>http://www.happyjaps.com/wordpress/2008/09/24/drive-train/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 18:54:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Refers to the parts that make the car move. This includes the engine, transmission, driveshaft, differential, and more.
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		<title>Remanufactured Parts</title>
		<link>http://www.happyjaps.com/wordpress/2008/09/24/remanufactured-parts/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 18:53:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Some parts on cars can be rebuilt by specialty companies and sold again at a lower cost. This is most common with driveshafts and alternators. These parts typically lost signifantly less than the new part. When purchased from a reputable company, will usually perform as well as a new part.
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		<title>Driveshaft</title>
		<link>http://www.happyjaps.com/wordpress/2008/09/24/driveshaft/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 18:51:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Used to transfer movement from the transmission to the wheels.
On rear wheel drive cars they typically run down the center of the car, underneath the floor to the rear axle.
On front wheel drive cars there are 2 running from the middle of the car outwards to the wheels, just behind the engine.
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