Video: Letting a Cartridge Drain
A cartridge oil filter housing contains some of the most contaminated oil. This video is sponsored by FRAM.
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.
Video: Hot or Cold Spark Plug Torque
We discuss how and when spark plugs should be installed. This video is sponsored by Autolite.
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.
Tech Minute: How to Know a Hardware Kit is Available
In a recent survey by Carlson Quality Brake Parts, technicians said that if they know an extra or specialty brake hardware kit is available, 90% of the time they will put it on the brake job parts order. But, knowing if a hardware kit is available for an application might take some detective work.
Active Wheel Speed Sensors: Understanding Their Mechanical and Electrical Operation
Firing the “parts cannon” at an active ABS wheel speed sensor code often results in misdiagnosis and an unhappy customer.
Maintenance Minute: Removing Stuck Wheel Bearings The Right Way
Identify some common mistakes in removing a seized wheel bearing, as well as the right tools and procedures to prevent damaging the unit.
Business Lessons from the Big Screen: Staff Picks
While we were asking our friends in the tire industry about the movie quotes that inspire them, the Tire Review staff came up with some ideas of their own. These are the movies that inspire them.
VIDEO: Adjusting Tire Inflation Pressure on the Placard For The Right Reasons
Learn more about the right and wrong reasons to change the placard inflation pressure and how to use a TPMS tool to perform the procedure.
Finding the Leak
You’re pretty sure your customer’s vehicle has a leak, but what’s the best way to find it? When the source of a leak isn’t obvious, leak detection can be one of the most frustrating automotive service challenges. However, with the proper tools and equipment, a fast, safe and reliable diagnosis and location identification of the leak can bring about a profitable repair and a satisfied customer.
