VIDEO: Understanding Modern Engine Intake, Water Pump And Thermostat Gaskets
Andrew Markel discusses new gasket designs and how they are used on modern engines.
VIDEO: Three Steps To Diagnose A Poor Heater Performance Complaint
A poor heater performance complaint from a car or truck owner can be caused by low coolant, a blocked heater core or an open thermostat. Andrew Markel discusses the diagnostic strategies for solving a cold driver complaint.
VIDEO: Should Axle Nuts Be Reused On A New Hub Or Axle?
Should the axle nut be replaced when a new wheel bearing or CV joint is replaced? Andrew Markel discusses when to replace the axle nut as well as the proper torque procedure when using an axle nut socket.
VIDEO: Knuckle Bore Distortion And Bearing Installation
Andrew Markel shows how you can measure bore distortion on a knuckle and catch any bearing installation issues before they happen.
VIDEO: Air Filters And Lean Codes
Andrew Markel shows how unfiltered air can pass through an air filter to the mass air flow sensor, creating lean codes.
VIDEO: The Worst Spark Plug Jobs (Part 2)
Andrew Markel finishes the list of the six most difficult spark plug jobs you may have already dealt with. This video includes the ’67-’69 Ford Mustang, the Chevy Monza and the AMC Pacer.
VIDEO: The Worst Spark Plug Jobs (Part 1)
Andrew Markel starts on a list of the six most difficult spark plug jobs you may have already dealt with. This video includes the GM Quad-4 engine, the Toyota Previa van, and the Chrysler Town and Country.
Tech Tip: Hybrid Converter / Inverter Service Opportunities
This Tech Tip is taken directly from Dave Hobbs’ newest Hybrid Service course called Making Money Servicing Hybrid Vehicles. This Tech Tip covers service opportunities available to you in and around the inverters and converters. These components can either be one serviceable piece or two separate components and can range in price anywhere from $1,500
Tech Tip: Idle Control Parameters
In this tip clip, Ron examines the constant idle control parameters. If you put a larger throttle body on a vehicle the computer needs to be made aware – this is called idle throttle area scalar. Learn the relationship between the scalar and throttle body numbers and how to properly change what the PROM is
Tech Tip: Misfire Causes and Tips
This Tech Tip is taken directly from an AVI Live Stream presented on August 6 2014 with Master Technician and shop owner Bill Fulton. Bill breaks down the most common places to look for misfires and the intermittent symptoms that may occur and also touches on fuel trim strategies. If you like this Tech Tip,
Video Tech Tip: Torque vs. Horsepower
Video Tech Tip: Discussion on torque versus horsepower and how to determine which is more important when creating an engine package. The following is from Automotive Video Inc.
High Pressure Fuel Pump Function Tip Clip
In this clip, taken directly from Robert Bosch, LLC’s live streaming TPMS class, Bob Pattengale explains how the high pressure fuel pump on the first generation Sprinter function and the shutdown solenoid. [computer] Please enable Javascript to watch this video [/computer] [tablet] Please enable Javascript to watch this video [/tablet] [mobile] Please enable Javascript to
