14.

Boost Pressure Sensors

These engine elements feature mostly in turbocharged cars, and they provide
information on air pressure and the air/fuel ratios. This information is essential
when it comes to the regulation of engine performance and improves the automobiles’
overall performance.

They also control the boost level in the intake chamber of supercharged engines, or
those with a turbocharger. This part measures the absolute pressure and air density
before the throttle valve and sends the signals to the control system. Using the
received signals, the control unit can regulate the fuel amount for the best
combustion of the air/fuel mixture.

15. Throttle Position Sensor

Usually mounted on the throttle body is the throttle position sensor. It oversees
how far the throttle blade opens, a phenomenon determined by how far you step on
the accelerator pedal. The throttle’s position affects air intake into the engines
manifold, and in a way, it acts similarly to a valve.

The sensor checks on the throttle’s position and the speed of its opening and
closure. Like any sensor, it sends voltages to the engine’s computer system, which
determines the fuel injection rate to balance the air to fuel ratio.

16. Vehicle Speed Sensor

Another one of the many types of sensors used in automobiles is the vehicle speed
sensor. It measures wheel speed focusing on transaxle output and takes the message
to the vehicle’s engine computer. With the information on the wheels’ speed, the
control unit regulates parameters related to vehicle speed. The variables include
ignition timing, air intake, and the air to fuel ratio among others.

17. Water In Fuel Sensor

One of the problems you may encounter with your car is contaminated fuel. There are
several contaminants, and the common one is water. Your vehicle cannot run on water
as a fuel, and you may notice telltale signs such as poor acceleration, ignition
problems, and knocking.

The water in fuel sensor (WiF) is the
the fuel tank. The sensor detects the
electrical conductivity difference of
is excess water, the sensor transmits
dashboard, which is noticeable by the
notification.
device that detects the presence of water in
water levels in the tank through the
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18. Tire Pressure Sensor

Tire pressure is an essential element when it comes to having a smooth and safe
ride. When the tire pressure decreases, it affects your vehicle’s performance, and
in extreme conditions, it may lead to an accident.

In helping to keep tabs with this variable affecting the tires, we have the tire
pressure sensors positioned in the pocket created by the wheel and tire. It
measures tire’s air pressure and circulates the values via low-frequency radio. The
destination of the signals is either the ECU or the dashboard, where the readings
are in pounds per square inch (psi).

19. Torque Sensor

The torque sensor, also known as the torque transducer, measures, and records
dynamic torque. Measuring dynamic torque is difficult, and this sensor overcomes
the challenges by using a magnetic domain to condition the rotating shaft.

The magnetic properties of the domain vary depending on the torque, and non-contact
sensors can measure the variable. These are the magnetoelastic sensors and are
standard in racecars, typical automobiles, and aircraft.

As a mechanic or a car-owner, you need to know that there are two types of this
sensor; rotary and reaction. They measure dynamic and static torque, respectively.