VIDEO: Slow Or Lazy Oxygen Sensor Maintenance
Andrew Markel explains how coolant leaks and oil consumption can lead to a slow, lazy, or dead oxygen sensor.
Brake Pad Chamfers, Slots And Shapes: Controlling Brake Noise
When the brake pad’s friction surface is not in harmony with the caliper and rotor, the result is usually noise. But, brake pad manufacturers have some tricks to prevent this problem or at least shift it outside of the range of human hearing.
VIDEO: Sway Bar Link Noise On Nissan Vehicles
Andrew Markel explains how sway bar geometry can lead to suspension noise on modern Nissan vehicles.
VIDEO: Choosing The Right Spark Plug Replacement
Andrew Markel shows the importance of choosing a spark plug replacement with the OE-recommended or better material.
VIDEO: The Difference Between TSBs, Campaigns And Recalls
Andrew Markel describes the critical difference between TSBs, campaigns and recalls, and how you can use them in your shop.
VIDEO: Electronic Parking Brake On Modern Volkswagen Models
Andrew Markel shows how a scan tool can help diagnose and repair the electronic parking brake on modern import vehicles including Volkswagen.
VIDEO: Using The Right Oil In Toyota Vehicles
Andrew Markel stresses the importance of using 0W-20 oil in Toyota vehicles and how it improves startup time and fuel efficiency.
Ford TPMS Relearn And Training Procedures
Ford embraced tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) as early as the 2002 model year on the Explorer and Windstar. These systems can be either direct or indirect.
VIDEO: Three Tips To Extend Fuel Pump Service Life
Andrew Markel offers three tips to extend the service life of a new fuel pump, including cleaning out the fuel tank, replacing fuel filters, and diagnosing and solving driveability problems.
VIDEO: Fuel Pump Replacement On GDI Engines
Andrew Markel offers several tips to make a GDI fuel pump replacement job easier and safer.
Catalytic Converter Replacement: 10 Tips
Catalytic converter replacement can be one of the most arduous repairs a shop takes on. It is not that the repair itself is overly complicated; it is the paperwork, laws and warranty issues that can be the real headache.
Measuring Brake Rotors Matters
Measuring the rotor thickness should be part of any brake job. Even if it looks like it is below specifications, it should be measured and documented on the repair order.
