GM LS Porosity Problems (VIDEO)
Porosity can become a problem on GM vehicles that use aluminum blocks. This video is sponsored by Elring Das Original.
Brake Job: 2009-2015 Toyota Venza
The Venza uses a drum-in-hat parking brake. The parking brake is applied using a foot pedal.
Jaguar/Land Rover V8 Engines
This engine is unique due to the high-pressure fuel pumps driven by the crankshaft using a chain that turns the oil pump.
BMW Spark Plug Replacement
Here are a few things that you need to know before replacing spark plugs in a BMW.
Adjusting Parking Brakes
You should never estimate when it comes to parking brake adjustments.
Lowering Springs and Lift Kits Livestream (VIDEO)
Check out the recap of Andrew Markel and the industry experts from Summit Racing discussing lowering or lifting vehicles.
Mercedes-Benz Biturbo V8 Engine
The Mercedes-Benz M176, M177 or M178 engines can be found in almost every Mercedes Benz class since 2015, from C to S, as well as many SUVs. The V8 Biturbo engine is one of the first mass-produced engines with the turbochargers nestled in the V of the engine and intake manifolds where the exhaust manifolds
New And Old Technology To Cure Belt Noise
A worn automatic belt tensioner has consequences beyond a loose belt.
Euro Electronic Parking Brake Diagnostics
If you are doing a job on a vehicle with an electronic parking brake, you will need a scan tool to perform diagnostics.
Air Ride Diagnostics: 2003-2010 VW Touareg Applications
The Volkswagen Touareg was the first VW SUV and the first to get an air-ride suspension system. The luxury SUV shares the same platform as the Audi Q7 and Porsche Cayenne. This is a full-feature air ride system designed to improve comfort, stability, and off-road capabilities. Some vehicles with the 4XMotion option will also have
VarioCam: Understanding Porsche’s VVT Technology
Originally developed for the 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo, VarioCam changes the valve timing to increase power & reduce emissions.
CAN Bus Communications
There are three types of bus configurations that you will come in contact with — loop, star and a hybrid of both.
