Lubrication Specialties Hand Sanitizer Now Available
Multiple sizes of this World Health Organization formulation are available from 16-ounce to 330-gallon.
How Does Lubrication Impact Bearing Functionality?
Contaminants such as water, salt and organic debris can cause wheel bearings to corrode and fail over time.
VIDEO: U-Joint Lubrication And Maintenance
Andrew Markel shows how a universal joint can be lubricated during replacement or maintenance, as well as the importance of lubrication to its parts. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: Brake Pad Lubrication
Andrew Markel discusses the importance of proper lubrication on brake pads, including not using too much and correct placement. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
Diagnostic Solutions: Engine Lubrication System Problems
Auto manufacturers are continuing to reduce vehicle maintenance requirements by extending oil change intervals, but many vehicle owners are forgetting to check their engine’s oil level between oil changes, warns Gary Goms, import specialist contributor. As such, extended oil change intervals are changing how we should recommend and perform scheduled vehicle maintenance.
Tech Tip: Improper Lubrication Can Result if the Oil Cannot Adequately Flow Through the Engine
We all know to check the owner’s manual to find out which weight oil should be used in the engine of a vehicle, and also generally know to only use motor oils with American Petroleum Institute Certification, designated by the starburst displayed clearly on the container, in most vehicles. But what really is the difference between a SAE 10W-30 and a SAE 10W-40, or for that case, SAE 0W-20 motor oil ….
Oil Pumps & the Engine’s Lubrication System
p can restore gear-to-gear clearances but not gear-to-housing clearances. The end plate that covers the pump often develops a heavy wear pattern that is most noticeable on the outlet gear side. Regrinding the face of the plate smooth can restore end play tolerances between the plate and gears but it can’t compensate for wear inside
Engine Lubrication: Motor Oil, Pumps and Filters
The best way to get to the bottom of this subject is to go right to the heart of the engine’s lubrication system and start with the oil pump. The oil pump’s job is to suck oil in from the crankcase and push it through the filter and oil galleries to the crankshaft and camshaft
Selecting the Right Oil for your Customers Engine
Learn how to educate customers on the importance of OEM specifications and premium lubrication for their vehicles’ maintenance needs.
Tapered Wheel Bearings
Here’s what you should know as a technician when servicing tapered wheel bearings.
