Meyle Says HD Water Pumps Ensure Long Service Life
The company says the water pump bearings and housing seals are resistant to high temperatures.
Goodyear Releases Power Transmission Belts
The line of belts offers belts for both industrial and transportation markets.
Dayco Expands Warranty Program to 125,000 Miles
Technicians can register their Dayco water pump or Dayco timing belt kit with water pump purchase to be covered for 125,000 miles.
Michelin Launches New Belts, Tensioners, Idlers on Amazon
Automotive technicians and “DIY” enthusiasts can now purchase Michelin serpentine drive belts, along with matching idlers and tensioners, that the company says focus on performance, endurance and safety.
Video: Can You Replace Spark Plugs on a Hot Engine?
Installing a spark plug with the engine hot can change the torque specification. This video is sponsored by Autolite.
Better Engines Need Better Filters
Neglected oil change intervals can ruin even the best engine oils and filters.
Video: To Gap or Not to Gap Spark Plugs
Find out what spark plugs need to be gapped and the tools required to get the job done. This video is sponsored by Autolite.
Not Sure if the Air Filter Needs to Be Changed? Check the Fuel Trim
One thing EFI can’t control is the amount of air that flows into the engine. That is predicated by the engine design, whether it is turbocharged or supercharged, and how well the air flows from outside the engine through the air filter and past the MAF sensor and into the combustion chamber.
A/C Compressor Replacement: Visual Inspections & Checks Ease Diagnostics
Driving around in the hot summer heat can take a toll on the A/C system, so, chances are, you’ll be doing a lot of HVAC repairs from now until the end of September.
Catch a Cooling System Leak Before It Gets Worse
According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), the third most common cause of roadside breakdowns is loss of coolant. When an engine loses coolant because of a leak, it doesn’t take long for the engine to overheat. If the motorist doesn’t stop driving almost immediately and shut off the engine, they risk severely overheating their
Why Oil Filters Matter to Extended Oil Change Intervals
With oil life indicators pushing the average oil change past the 6,000-mile mark, it is not just the quality of the oil that’s improved, it is the quality of the filter, as well.
Understanding the Differences Between A/C Compressor Oils
The push for more eco-friendly materials and more stringent vehicle engineering standards has led to a number of changes to manufacturer requirements for A/C compressor oils over the past two decades. Mineral oil was the de facto oil used up until the early 1990s thanks to its ability to mix with the R-12 refrigerant, but
