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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 16, 2023

BERNIE AUTO CENTRE Automotive Tips: Oxygen Sensor

Many 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: your vehic...
Published on: Feb 23, 2020

PCV Valve Replacement at BERNIE AUTO CENTRE in

The PCV valve is a little, inexpensive part that does a big job for drivers and our environment here in . PCV stands for Positive Crankcase Ventilation. The crankcase is the bottom area of the engine...
Published on: Jan 12, 2020

BERNIE AUTO CENTRE Automotive Tips: Diesel Emissions Maintenance

You’ve probably noticed a lot more 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 jus...
Published on: Sep 29, 2019

Simple Answers from BERNIE AUTO CENTRE for : Exhaust Service

Question: My car failed its emissions test, what do I need to do?BERNIE AUTO CENTRE Answer:Let’s get this out of the way: a leak in your exhaust system could be deadly. If drivers smell exhaus...
Published on: Sep 15, 2019

BERNIE AUTO CENTRE 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: Apr 14, 2019

BERNIE AUTO CENTRE Automotive Tips: Emission System Service

All modern vehicles 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 vapor...
Published on: Mar 03, 2019

BERNIE AUTO CENTRE Automotive Tips: Oxygen Sensor

Many 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: your vehic...
Published on: Feb 10, 2019