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Video: Is it Leakage or Seepage?

Andrew Markel covers how to diagnose if a leak is a leak or just normal seepage. Often engine, transmission and drivetrain components will show signs of seepage that might actually be a leak and could indicate the failure of a seal, gasket or casing (Sponsored by Nissan).

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Video: Bearing Replacement Tips (Part 2)

We’re covering four more rules for bearing replacement on this episode of Tech Minute (Sponsored by BCA Bearings).

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Video: Bearing Replacement Tips (Part 1)

We’re covering five important rules for bearing replacement in this video from Tech Minute (Sponsored by BCA Bearings).

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Video: Ensuring Proper Axle Nut Torque

Can you use the same torque wrench for lug nuts and axle nuts for bearings? Find out in this episode of Tech Minute (Sponsored by BCA Bearings).

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Video: Replacing Wheel Bearings in Single Units

When a customer takes out a wheel bearing on one side, what do you do about the one on the other side? Watch this episode of Tech Minute to find out. (Sponsored by BCA Bearings)

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Video: You Might Be Servicing ADAS Systems Without Even Knowing It

Take a closer look at the relationship between advanced driver aid systems and everyday repairs, like wiper blades and brake pads (sponsored by Nissan).

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Video: Winter Time is Filter Time

Cold temperatures make cars run richer fuel mixtures that can cause soot in the engine and in the air. Capturing the particulates is not only the job of an oil filter, but also the cabin air filter. Andrew Markel covers why changing filters before winter can keep the engine and driver healthy.

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Video: What Can Cause an Oil Filter to Collapse?

Andrew Markel covers the possible root causes for a filter media to collapse due to extreme oil pressure. Ignoring the signs and hoping the new filter will correct the problem might lead to failure of engine bearings and variable valve timing components (sponsored by MAHLE).

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Video: Lab Tests Show Brake Hardware Effectiveness on Pad Wear

Andrew Markel discusses a lab test with three vehicles on the effectiveness of brand new brake hardware on preventing premature brake pad wear.

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Tech Minute: Heat Treated Wheel Bearing Parts

Andrew Markel discusses wheel bearing production and how heat treating makes its surfaces stronger.

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Tech Minute: Comparing the Condition of Opposing Wheel Bearings

Andrew Markel discusses diagnosing wheel bearings, and how the condition of one bearing may give a hint of the condition of the bearing on the opposite side.

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Tech Minute: False Wheel Speed Reading Caused by Metal Debris

Andrew Markel discusses active wheel speed sensors, and how metal debris sticking to the reluctor ring can cause a code or false activation.

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