Andrew Markel, Author at Tomorrows Technician - Page 4 of 105
Ignition Coil Output

To see inductance inside the primary windings, use an amp probe placed around the positive wire for the ignition coil.

Air Ride Conversion Kits

Air ride and active shocks and struts will eventually fail – succumbing to either damage to or dry rot of the air spring.

Threadlocking Compounds For Vehicle Corners

To get the most out of these “liquid” tools, you first need to know how they work.

Battery Charging and Programming Diagnostics

Temperature changes how the battery discharges and the amount of current that can be delivered.

Brake Pad Errors and Mismatches

In order to make the right selection, you must do your homework while still remaining skeptical.

Chassis Parts and Alignment Angles

Knowing why the adjustment is required is critical to performing the total alignment.

Ball Joint Inspection

It’s important to remember not to miss a worn joint. If a ball joint fails, the driver loses control of the vehicle.

BMW N54 Cooling System Problems

Let’s take a closer look at this water pump, how to replace it efficiently and what other components should be replaced along with it.

Brake Pad Edge Codes – What Can They Tell You?

The “Edge Code” can tell you information about a brake pad’s friction material.

Steering Angle Sensor Service

Ninety percent of the time when a steering angle sensor code is active, it means the sensor needs to be calibrated.

Belt Service For Hybrid and Stop/Start Systems

Knowing how to “force start” a hybrid vehicle can be helpful if you are trying to diagnose a noise problem that involves the accessory belt drive system.

Honda Ridgeline Caliper Replacement

The parking brake and hydraulics are where you’ll find any service issues.