VIDEO: PCV Valve Obstructions From Oil Leaks
Andrew Markel discusses a true shop story where a customer came in with an oil leak issue, only to find the PCV valve clogged.
VIDEO: Heat Treated Wheel Bearing Parts
Andrew Markel discusses wheel bearing production and how heat treating makes its surfaces stronger.
VIDEO: False Wheel Speed Reading Caused By Metal Debris
Andrew Markel discusses active wheel speed sensors, and how metal debris sticking to the reluctor ring can cause a code or false activation.
VIDEO: Spark Plug Design And Torque Specs
Andrew Markel discusses the different aspects of spark plug design, including when to use anti-seize, the purpose of the insulator, and how to determine the correct torque.
VIDEO: Timing Belts: The Right Tension In The Right Temperature Range
Andrew Markel discusses the installation of timing belts, and how to determine the correct tension depending on the ambient temperature.
VIDEO: Always Use A New Axle Nut
Andrew Markel discusses wheel hub bearing replacement, and why it is important to ensure a new axle nut is used on every job.
VIDEO: What Brake Pad Wear Can Tell You About The Hardware
Andrew Markel discusses how you can tell the condition of the brake system and hardware by looking at the wear patterns on the pads.
VIDEO: Meet Joe Mendola – The 2019 B’laster Instructor of the Year
During the 2018/2019 school year, Tomorrow’s Technician and B’laster Corporation awarded the first-ever “B’laster Instructor of the Year.”
VIDEO: Oil Filter Maintenance Tips
Doug Kaufman discusses the different types of oil filters, and tips for their replacement when the time comes.
VIDEO: Serpentine Belts: What Are They Made Of?
Andrew Markel discusses the construction of a serpentine belt, and how each of its layers contributes to its structural integrity and longevity on an engine.
VIDEO: Loose Fuel Cap Warning? Check Out This Nissan TSB
Andrew Markel discusses the “Loose Fuel Cap” warning on most modern Nissan vehicles, and the procedures detailed in TSB NTB13-097e to help diagnose the issue.
VIDEO: Clicking From The CV Joint Or Axle? Check Out This TSB
Andrew Markel introduces a TSB from Nissan involving noise from the area of the CV joint, and discusses what could be causing the noise.
