Understanding Coolants
All-season coolant used inorganic acid technology and worked great for almost 30 years.
Belt Service For Hybrid and Stop/Start Systems
Knowing how to “force start” a hybrid vehicle can be helpful if you are trying to diagnose a noise problem that involves the accessory belt drive system.
Deciphering Engine Misfire Codes
When the fuel/air mixture ignites, many factors must be met to pass a misfire monitor.
Tensioner Tech Assist
The Lift and Pin is designed to simplify tensioner replacement and belt installation. This video is sponsored by Litens.
Detecting Misfire And Knock Conditions
Knock sensors are mounted on the block near the base of the cylinder head.
Ignition System Do’s and Don’ts
Why do ignition systems give technicians problems when diagnosing ignition-related misfires? The answer is that some technicians use tests that might give inconclusive results or do damage to the coil or drivers inside a module.
Understanding Stretch Shrink Belts
Andrew Markel uses an old school toy to describe how these belts work. This video is sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
Carbon Deposit Q&A
Follow along to learn more about carbon deposits.
Mercedes Ignition Coil Pack Diagnostics
Replacing a single coil might not be the best approach to curing an engine of a chronic misfire.
Chrysler’s Totally Integrated Power Module
The TIPM is on the CAN bus, any issues with the communication between the ECM, ABS and BCM can cause problems with the TIPM.
Timeless Quotes Teach & Inspire
Here are six quotes that every future shop owner should live by.
High Pressure Direct Injection Fuel Systems
The main destroyer of high-pressure fuel pumps is a lack of oil changes.
