Vanguard Tips & Troubleshooting
Adjusting the Carburettor
A big part of ensuring a smooth-running engine is keeping your carburettor and linkages clean and well adjusted. Read More »
Advanced Engine Repair
If you have some basic repair projects under your belt, dive into these more complex methods for repairing your small engine. Read More »
Vanguard/Commercial Series Engine Identification
The Model, Type and Trim numbers, stamped directly into the engine, are used to identify our engines and are easy to find. Read More »
How Can I Find Part Number For Engine Replacement Parts?
Your Vanguard engine part numbers can be found in your engine's Illustrated Parts Lists (IPL). Learn more here! Read More »
Electrical Schematic & Wiring Diagrams
Electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, Alternator Identification information, and more can be found in this Vanguard FAQ. Read More »
Engine Problem Solving Tips
Engine problems can be linked to maintenance issues such as stale fuel, dirty air filter, fouled spark plug, and deteriorated oil. Learn more! Read More »
Fuel recommendations
Find out what fuel we recommend using for your 2 and 4 stroke commercial engines so that they perform better and last longer. Read More »
Global Three-Year Vanguard Limited Warranty
Vanguard offers a three-year limited warranty on a global scale for a full horsepower range, the only such kind for small, commercial engines. Read More »
How much oil is required for my engine?
Engine oil capacity is dependent on your specific engine model. Learn more about how much is best for your engine. Read More »
What is the right spark plug & gap for my engine?
Learn how & where to find the right spark plug and a gap chart to guide you through gapping spark plugs in this Vanguard engine FAQ. Read More »
