VIDEO: Connection Between Oil Changes And Low-Speed Pre-Ignition
Andrew Markel explains low-speed pre-ignition, how this condition can damage engine components, and how specified oil can help prevent it. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: Heating Issues? Don’t Assume It’s The Thermostat
Andrew Markel explains how problems with the cabin heating system may not be directly related to the thermostat. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: Can Old Brake Fluid Cause A Brake Pull?
Andrew Markel follows up with a reader question and confirms the brake pull issue from part 1. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: ABS HCU Brake Pull Issues
Andrew Markel addresses a reader question involving a brake pull, showing how the issue could be related to the ABS HCU. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: HID Modules And The Infinite Resistance
Andrew Markel discusses the HID ballast module and how the internal construction of the bulbs can render diagnosis with a voltmeter useless. Sponsored by Standard.
VIDEO: The Evolution Of The Brake Light Switch
Andrew Markel discusses how a switch that formerly only operated the brake light evolved into a sensor that sends information to the rest of the vehicle based on pedal position. Sponsored by Standard.
VIDEO: Wheel Displacement Sensor Diagnostics
Andrew Markel discusses the wheel displacement sensor (or ride height sensor) and the modules these sensors communicate with in order to determine ride height. Sponsored by Standard.
VIDEO: Steering Angle Sensor Recalibration
ASE certified technician Andrew Markel discusses the importance of recalibrating the steering angle sensor after disconnecting the battery in a vehicle. Sponsored by Standard.
VIDEO: Maintaining TPMS Operation When Mounting Snow Tires
Andrew Markel presents an economical solution to keep TPMS operational when mounting snow tires. Sponsored by Standard.
VIDEO: Upper Strut Mount Replacement
Andrew Markel discusses the upper strut mount and its importance to a strut replacement job, including the prevention of the strut binding and memory steer. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
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: Rear Brake Pads On Vehicles With Stability Control
Andrew Markel explains why special attention needs paid to brake pads on vehicles with stability control, including oversteer and understeer corrections and differential replacement. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
