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Auxiliary Water Pump Diagnostics

A car or truck comes into your shop with a complaint of poor heater performance. The driver complains that on cold mornings the heater will blow cold during the drive to work in rush hour traffic. The car is not overheating and the air is coming from the correct ducts. Your first reaction might be to install a new thermostat and inspect the heater core for a blockage. On the test drive, the system may perform great for you. Is the customer just cold blooded?

VIDEO: Diagnosing The A/C Compressor Clutch

Andrew Markel discusses the clutch on the A/C compressor, and the signs to look for in your diagnostic to confirm its operation. Sponsored by Valeo.

Toyota FJ Cruiser Water Pump Replacement

Toyota’s original Land Cruiser was the company’s version of a Jeep that could go anywhere. In its time it was highly rated and collected, which led the Japanese juggernaut to bring back an updated SUV in 2007 called the FJ Cruiser. The retro-styled vehicle was again a go anywhere machine powered by a 4.0L V6 (1GR-FE) used in the Tacoma. The engines are durable and considered relatively robust for the time.

Diagnosing Intelligent Cooling Systems

The majority of cooling systems on the roads react to what is happening inside the combustion chamber. After the engine is stressed, the heat causes the thermostat to open. Increases in temperatures will also cause the cooling fans to come on. The heat carried by the coolant is the trigger for operation of the fans and thermostat.

New Omnicraft Water Pumps Launched For Non-Ford/Lincoln Repairs

The company says tough Ford standards help to ensure quality, performance, durability and fit.

GMB North America Releases New Timing Belt Kit

These complete timing belt and water pump kits will cover more than 50 million VIO.

Dayco Launches A New Line Of Water Pumps

Dayco says its new water pumps are manufactured to the same high standards as the many existing components the company manufactures and distributes globally.

Drive Belt Checklist: What Are You Missing?

You might have only one chance to sell a customer a new serpentine belt. With belts lasting roughly 90,000 miles, proper inspection at the time of failure is critical not only for selling the belt, but also for ensuring add-on sales and better customer satisfaction.

OTC Introduces New Specialty Tools

The new tools help technicians complete pick-up bed, water pump and ball joint service and are compatible with vehicles from various makes.

Sealing Modern Water Pumps

Over the past 20 years, we have seen water pumps and cooling systems evolve to improve start-up emissions. We have also seen a revolution in the material used for engine blocks, cylinder heads and cooling system components. Today, coolant may flow through an iron block, aluminum cylinder head and plastic thermostat housing.

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US Motor Works Revamps Fuel Pump U And Water Pump U Websites

The company says it is easier than ever to navigate to any of the brands websites directly from Fuel Pump or Water Pump U home pages.

VIDEO: Understanding Modern Engine Intake, Water Pump And Thermostat Gaskets

Andrew Markel discusses new gasket designs and how they are used on modern engines. Sponsored by MAHLE.

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