Finding Leaks: The Latest In Leak Detection Equipment
In this article, we’re going to review some of the current technology available for leak detection, and go over some useful leak detection procedures. We’ll cover “wet” leaks, which includes fluids that can be seen, or systems that have a liquid carrier for dye, making these a little easier to get a handle on. We’ll
Preventive Cooling System Service: Keeping P0128 Codes Away
Of the engine’s two vital fluid systems, lubrication and cooling, the cooling system might need more routine maintenance. If we don’t inspect and service the cooling system as required, the system might fail well before the next extended interval oil change is due. With that said, let’s explore a few ways to inspect cooling systems on extended maintenance interval vehicles.
Cooling System Preventive Maintenance Service
Given the current range of extended maintenance intervals, it’s safe to say that your shop might see Grandma’s 2011 Volkswagen Jetta only when its oil life monitor indicates the need for an oil change.
Honda Ignition Service Tips
Most Honda original equipment spark plugs have a life of more than 100,000 miles thanks to electrodes that contain precious metals like platinum and iridium. If the plugs fail sooner than the recommended interval, first solve any related problems before installing new plugs.
Avoid Spills And Mess With Liquid Dynamics Used Oil Drain
You can avoid spills and eliminate the mess associated with collecting used oil and similar fluids with Liquid Dynamics’ Used Oil Drain with Safety Air Relief System (24175). This used oil drain offers a handy and practical method for draining motor oil, gear oil, differential oil, transmission fluid and coolants from vehicles located on lifts or pits.
KOST USA Inc. Begins Manufacturing STP-Branded Antifreeze/Coolant
KOST USA Inc. has begun manufacturing the all-new STP Automotive and Heavy Duty lines of antifreeze/coolants at its manufacturing plant in Cincinnati. KOST USA is the exclusive licensed manufacturer and marketer of STP’s new line of antifreeze/coolant products in the United States. The full line-up of STP Antifreeze/Coolant includes both automotive and heavy-duty applications. The
Subaru Cooling System Solutions
Since Subaru’s 2.5L engine is especially noted for cylinder head gasket failures, most of them in the over-100,000-mile service category will have had the head gaskets replaced or will need a future replacement. There are many reasons that radiators should be replaced, especially following a cylinder head gasket failure on a 2.5L Subaru.
Beck/Arnley Adds 2 New Motor Oils To Line Of Genuine OE Quality Fluids
The motor oils are available in quart, gallon and 55-gallon drum sizes. They are American Petroleum Institute Certified, ILSAC GF-5 and fully synthetic.
Earl’s UltraPro Series Hose And Fittings
Holley has announced the release of the UltraPro series of hose and fittings from Earl’s Performance Plumbing. Modern day high-performance vehicles require a plumbing system designed to withstand today’s modern fluids, harsh environments, brutal vibration, flow requirements and extreme pressures. The UltraPro series from Earl’s was engineered as a system to exceed the rigorous demands of even
BMW Electric Water Pump Replacement
We recently had a 2007 BMW Z4 with the N52 engine in the shop. When diagnosing a faulty electric water pump, the first thing that needs to be done is to verify if there are any water pump-related diagnostic codes. There’s a very good chance there will be some. I then like to perform a visual inspection, but don’t look for the water pump from the top of the engine. You’ll want to drop the lower panels, and you will see the pump on the lower right side of the engine.
