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What Type of Sensors Exist Are In My Car?

What Type of Sensors Exist Are In My Car?

With more and more advancements in the automotive industry, the more sensors there will be placed in cars. Sensors are simply attachments that communicate with your vehicle's internal computer. Without them, you simply would have no warning if something is going wrong with your car.   The downside of sensors is that they're not perfect. They can sometimes fail or even give you false information. It's not common for them to malfunction, but when they do, you'll need to fix it pronto. Certain vehicles have more sensors than others, and different manufacturers will make slight adjustments to their sensor tech to their newer models. These are the most common sensors that exist in today's cars: Oxygen (O2) Sensor: The oxygen sensor exists within the exhaust system and is responsible for measuring the oxygen levels present in your exhaust fumes. It tells the vehicle's computer system when there is a dangerous level of emissions. Engine Speed Sensor: This mech ... read more