How Belts, Tensioners And Misfires Are Connected
Modern crankshaft position sensors measure more than the position of the crankshaft.
R-1234yf Safety Procedure Checklist
Play it safe when using R-1234yf with Specific Safety Procedures.
Installing Subaru Stretch Belts
The stretch belt can help to simplify the serpentine belt system on the Boxer engine.
Diagnosing Volkswagen Idle Quality Problems
The textbook definition is an engine speed lower or higher than the specification in the service manual. For drivers, idle “quality” is more difficult to define.
Engineering Better Belt Systems
You might not be able to see it, but an accessory drive belt is always both speeding up and slowing down.
Servicing R1234yf: Are You Ready?
R-1234yf, tabbed the replacement for R-134a, has been in service now for a few years on certain models of vehicles from FCA and GM to several European models.
DENSO Automotive Technical Academy Expands Aftermarket Training Program
DENSO offers a wide selection of training classes that includes four new specialized courses.
Top 10 Changes To Vehicles With Stop/Start Systems
In the shop, it is essential to understand what is different on stop/start vehicles and how it might change your diagnostic approach.
HVAC Sensors: More Than Just Temperature
When a driver sets a temperature in the control head of an HVAC system, what does it mean to the vehicle? Seventy-two degrees could mean many different settings depending on the outside temperature, humidity and even the position of the sun.
Curing Belt Slippage
If an engineer could design a belt system that would never slip it would be a miracle. This perfect belt system would last a long time because without slipping, there would be very little wear.
