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1406 Clark Drive Vancouver, BC V5L 3J9 604.696.0898

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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 23, 2023

Exhaust

We've all heard a car or truck in our Vancouver 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: Apr 19, 2020

DC MOTORWORKS Automotive Tips: Oxygen Sensor

Many Vancouver 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

DC MOTORWORKS Automotive Tips: Emission System Service

All modern vehicles on BC 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: May 12, 2019

Exhaust Service at DC MOTORWORKS

We've all heard a car or truck in our Vancouver 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: May 05, 2019

DC MOTORWORKS Automotive Tips: Oxygen Sensor

Many Vancouver 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: Feb 03, 2019

PCV Valve Replacement at DC MOTORWORKS in Vancouver

The PCV valve is a little, inexpensive part that does a big job for Vancouver drivers and our environment here in BC. PCV stands for Positive Crankcase Ventilation. The crankcase is the bottom area of...
Published on: Apr 08, 2018

DC MOTORWORKS Automotive Tips: Diesel Emissions Maintenance

You’ve probably noticed a lot more BC 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: Oct 15, 2017