VIDEO: Overheating In The Summer Heat
Andrew Markel shows how you can diagnose the overheating vehicles that will be coming to your shop in the hot weather. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
Ultimate Underhood: Heated Air Intake
The heated air intake was used on many 1970s vehicles to reduce startup emissions on carbureted engines. The systems typically used a thermostat that would open a vacuum switch. The vacuum would act on a diaphragm of a vacuum pot that would pull shut a door to divert the intake air.
Subaru Gasket Failure
Subarus, like many other nameplates, have common problems, one of which I’ll discuss in this article. Head gasket failure has been something Subaru has struggled with to some extent since the 1980s. There are many thoughts as to why head gasket failure on Subaru has continued.
Dodge/Jeep TSB: No A/C Over 50 MPH, Engine Runs Hot
This bulletin involves inspecting the primary thermostat housing for a resin material (debris) blocking the cylinder head coolant port. Models: 2010 Journey, Avenger, Compass, Patriot and Caliber.
CRP Automotive Introduces New Rein Automotive Cooling System Replacement Parts
The new program provides shops and technicians with a full assortment of cooling system replacement parts featuring coolant hoses, water pumps and kits, expansion tanks and more.
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. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
Hyundai Fuel System And Emissions Diagnostics
Bob Dowie recently had a 2002 Elantra GLS in the shop. This vehicle is a good example of some common fuel trim and emissions problems you’ll see.
Idler Pulley Failure
This month, we’re going to look at the Subaru line of cars and some of the engine problems you may encounter. Here in the northeast, Subarus are very popular — they are hard to beat if you’re looking for a good, solid 4WD car. Subaru has always used a boxer-style engine with opposing cylinders. By
MAHLE Aftermarket Expands Product Offerings With 81 New Part Numbers In 3rd Quarter Of 2016
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. introduced 81 new part numbers in the third quarter of 2016 as part of the company’s continuing product line expansion. The new offerings are for a variety of pistons and piston rings, filters, thermostats, engine bearings and turbochargers, now available for both light vehicle and heavy-duty applications. The new part numbers are
Check Out The September Issue Of Underhood Service Magazine
The digital version of the September issue of Underhood Service is available on-line. Access the easy-to-view digital version that features articles on Automated Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), Power Window Regulator and Motor Service, Nissan VQ35-Series Water Pump, Electronically Controlled Thermostats, Internal Combustion Engines, Bad Gas Update, Pulse-Width Modulated Fuel Pump Diagnostics, Honda TPMS, a host of Tech Tips, and more!
