VIDEO: Brake Pads And Tribology
Andrew Markel discusses tribology, the study of friction, and how different materials in brake pads react with brake rotors. Sponsored by Nissan.
VIDEO: Slow Oxygen Sensor Preventing Secondary Air Monitor Reset
Andrew Markel explains how a non-resetting secondary air monitor required the use of crowd-sourced repair information when techs were led down a rabbit hole. Sponsored by ProDemand by Mitchell1.
VIDEO: Tie Rod Replacement After Curb Strike
Andrew Markel explains the importance of replacing a bent tie rod with an OE quality replacement part. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: Crankshaft Vibration And Belt Components
Andrew Markel reveals the details on crankshaft operation and how the power pulses cause vibration and stress on the belt and the components it is attached to. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: Factory Fill On Older Vehicles
Andrew Markel discusses the importance of factory fill, and why fluid specifications change after a car rolls off the line. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: Brake Pull Diagnostics And Steering
Andrew Markel discusses the science of brake pulls, including common causes and what to repair when they happen. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: Misfires On Vehicles With Cartridge Oil Filters
Andrew Markel goes over misfire conditions that can occur after an oil change on a vehicle with a cartridge oil filter. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: The Misfire Crime Scene
Andrew Markel discusses spark plug ignition wires and what to inspect in the case of a misfire. Sponsored by Intermotor.
VIDEO: Camshaft Position Sensor Diagnostics
Andrew Markel explains how some trouble codes may be directly related to the camshaft position sensor instead of the actuator or solenoid. Sponsored by Intermotor.
VIDEO: Brake Rotor Minimum Thickness Specification
Andrew Markel visits minimum wear specification on brake rotors and how the specification is related to brake pad wear and how far the caliper has to push the pads. Sponsored by Nissan.
VIDEO: Fuel Injector Clogs And Replacement Tips
Andrew Markel explains how fuel injectors can clog even when the ignition is off, as well as some replacement tips for fuel injectors. Sponsored by Intermotor.
VIDEO: Radiator Cap Diagnostics For Water Pump Or Radiator Leaks
Andrew Markel explains how replacing the radiator cap is critical to any water pump or radiator leak job. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
