VIDEO: Brake Rotor Balancing And Vibration
Andrew Markel discusses brake rotor manufacturing, and how the process of balancing a rotor helps prevent vibration during vehicle operation.
Air Ride FAQs
This is air ride at its most basic. The thing to remember is that the module is constantly analyzing the relationship between pressure and ride height. In the real world, the relationship and control system is more complex.
VIDEO: Coolant Scale Buildup On Cooling System Components
Andrew Markel explains how dried out coolant can break down and cause scale in certain components of the cooling system.
VIDEO: Parking Brake Cable Integrity
Andrew Markel reflects on the first time he saw a parking brake cable fail, and stresses the importance of checking on this item during every brake job.
VIDEO: Aligning The Belt After A Water Pump Replacement
Andrew Markel stresses the importance of a properly aligned belt and high quality gasket after a water pump job to prevent premature rapid wear during operation.
VIDEO: Releasing The Rotor From The Electric Parking Brake
Andrew Markel reviews methods to reset the parking brake in order to release a rotor, and how best to obtain service information for this procedure.
VIDEO: Transmission Contamination From The Inside
Contaminants cannot enter a transmission because it is sealed, but the breakdown of fluid can cause heat and friction issues. Andrew Markel explains the importance of replacing transmission fluid.
VIDEO: Brake Noise Diagnostics
Andrew Markel explores brake noise, which noises signify which symptoms, and how to remedy them.
VIDEO: Diesel Exhaust Fluid And Filters
Andrew Markel discusses the importance of keeping the right amount of diesel exhaust fluid in the vehicle, and how the filter monitors the level and cleanliness of the fluid.
Don’t Be A Spark Plug Zombie
The “conscious” steps you should perform during spark plug replacement, instead of performing the job like a zombie.
VIDEO: Adjusting Placard Pressure For The Right Reasons
Andrew Markel explains the right and wrong reasons to change the placard inflation pressure, and how to use a TPMS tool to perform the procedure.
VIDEO: Negative Fuel Trim And Fuel Economy
Andrew Markel introduces a case study where a 2004 Chevrolet Impala has no codes, but is getting bad fuel economy.
