VIDEO: When Oil Level Sensors Fail
Jason Stahl tells us how oil level sensors work as well as the conditions under which they can fail.
VIDEO: VVT: How Oil Is Like Electricity
Andrew Markel discusses the variable valve timing system, and how the behavior of oil in the system is a lot like voltage passing through a component or module.
VIDEO: Oil Specifications In The Age Of Stop-Start Systems
Andrew Markel discusses the growing margin of vehicles with stop-start economy systems, and what that means for the changing state of oil.
VIDEO: Ford And Chrysler Oil Specifications
Andrew Markel discusses oil specification and weight, specifically those issued by Ford and Chrysler for their vehicles.
A/C Oil Update
HVAC systems often fail because the air conditioning compressor fails. Not following the proper service procedures or compressor oil recommendations could be factors that contribute to premature compressor failure.
ACEA Oil Specifications: New ‘Sequences’ Mean Better Oil Performance Characteristics
While domestic manufacturers were promising 5,000-mile oil changes on this side of the pond, the oil change intervals in Europe were at 10,000 miles or more.
VIDEO: Oil Filter Leak? Think Again
If a customer comes back with an oil leak after service, you need to figure out what you missed – and fast! Find out some simple tips on oil filter repairs that will have you taking a second look at the adapter and even saving you some time later!
VIDEO: Thermostats And Oil Sludging
Andrew Markel explains how improper temperature control in the engine can lead to oil sludging in the valvetrain.
Oil Level Sensors – More Than A Warning Light
Oil level sensors have been used on import and domestic cars for more than a decade. Some of the first applications only monitored if the oil level was low using a switch attached to a float. The sensor would just trigger a message or light in the instrument cluster and only measured oil levels when the engine was not running.
What Is Oil Testing?
Oil specifications are not about the ingredients in the oil, but how the oil reacts to standardized conditions.
VIDEO: Oil Consumption Issues On Modern Vehicles
Andrew Markel discusses proper oil consumption levels for modern vehicles, and the issues that high oil consumption can cause in the engine.
The Evolving Oil Change Market
The only constant in the oil change business is change itself, especially if you’re trying to maintain an inventory of engine oil for all makes and models of vehicles.
