Spark plugs have evolved. New technologies like platinum, iridium and electrode designs have changed how technician service of the ignition system.
With some spark plugs gapping the plug is an essential first step. For other plugs, gapping the plug is not required or using old school methods could damage the plug and cause misfires. Andrew Markel discusses what spark plugs need to be gapped and the tools required to get the job done. This video is sponsored by Autolite.
Installing a spark plug with the engine hot can change the torque specification. This video is sponsored by Autolite.
The torque specification for a spark plug is for when the engine is cold.
Installing a spark plug with the engine hot can change the torque specification and how the threads on the engine and spark plug interact. This can lead to a plug that is too loose or too tight depending on the application. In this video, Andrew Markel covers why you need to wait to install new spark plugs.
Neglected oil change intervals can ruin even the best engine oils and filters.
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.
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.
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
Rislone’s DEF Crystal Clean (p/n 4784) is designed to clean SCR systems in vehicles of all sizes.
The factory-direct program is currently available for Edelmann power steering hoses and provides an alternative to off-shore DI Programs.
Diagnosing electric power steering systems requires an understanding of voltage, current and loads – but that’s just the beginning.
Rislone said its Cat Complete cleaner is formulated to clear P0420 engine codes and restore catalytic converter function.
