VIDEO: Belt Plane Alignment
In this Maintenance Minute, Andrew Markel discusses how even 2mm can mean everything when it comes to belts.
VIDEO: Cleaning Thread-Locking Compound From Fasteners
Andrew Markel discusses replacing fasteners on suspension and wheel hub components, and the importance of keeping the bolts clean upon re-installation.
VIDEO: What Is The TPMS Light Telling You?
Jason Stahl discusses the TPMS system, and what the light is telling you when it blinks, stays on, or turns off.
VIDEO: How Much Flange Runout Is Too Much?
Andrew Markel discusses wheel bearing flanges and how runout in one component can translate into more runout in the bearing.
VIDEO: Air Ride And Sleep Mode
Jason Stahl discusses air ride, and how the vehicles that have it still perform even when the vehicle is turned off.
VIDEO: Battery Temperature Sensor Diagnostics
Jason Stahl discusses the function of the battery temperature sensor and how to diagnose it every time the battery is replaced on a vehicle.
VIDEO: Making Belt Replacement Easier
Andrew Markel discusses serpentine belt replacement, and a few tips to make the next belt replacement job easier.
VIDEO: Failure Patterns In Thermostats
Andrew Markel discusses the failure patterns of thermostats, and how it can eventually affect several other systems of the vehicle.
VIDEO: Washer Fluid As A Hygiene Item
Andrew Markel discusses windshield washer fluid, and how it can be considered a hygiene item for a vehicle.
VIDEO: Can Electric Power Steering Smooth Out Road Crown?
Jason Stahl discusses electric power steering and how it senses driver activity in order to smooth the vehicle’s suspension movements on turns.
