Techline Motors
1392 Victoria St N Kitchener, ON N2B 3E2 519-570-1733

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Why did my vehicle fail its emissions test?

We all want to breathe clean air and keep our planet green.  One of the ways to do that is by requiring all vehicles with internal combustion engines to pass an emissions test.  That’s...
Published on: Jul 30, 2023

Techline Motors Automotive Tips: Oxygen Sensor

Many Kitchener drivers hear the term “Oxygen Sensor” and figure it must have something to do with sensing oxygen, but don’t really know much beyond that. Let’s break it down: y...
Published on: Jan 12, 2020

PCV Valve Replacement at Techline Motors in Kitchener

The PCV valve is a little, inexpensive part that does a big job for Kitchener drivers and our environment here in ON. PCV stands for Positive Crankcase Ventilation. The crankcase is the bottom area of...
Published on: Jan 05, 2020

Techline Motors Automotive Tips: Emission System Service

All modern vehicles on ON expressways come with an emissions system. Their purpose is to reduce the amount of harmful emissions getting into the atmosphere. The system draws in fresh air, collects vap...
Published on: Jan 13, 2019

Simple Answers from Techline Motors for Kitchener: Exhaust Service

Question: My car failed its emissions test, what do I need to do?Techline Motors Answer:Let’s get this out of the way: a leak in your exhaust system could be deadly. If Kitchener drivers smell ...
Published on: Dec 09, 2018

Techline Motors Automotive Tips: Diesel Emissions Maintenance

You’ve probably noticed a lot more ON drivers driving vehicles with diesel engines. Diesel is a very popular choice in much of the world and is becoming more commonplace here. North America is j...
Published on: Jun 03, 2018

Techline Motors Automotive Tips: EGR Valve

It is pretty amazing how manufacturers have been able to consistently build more vigorous engines in cars that get better fuel economy while at the same time meeting increasing environmental stan...
Published on: Feb 11, 2018

Exhaust

We've all heard a car or truck in our Kitchener neighborhood that needs a new muffler. But there's more to the exhaust system than just the muffler.The exhaust system has three main fun...
Published on: Nov 19, 2017