Taking Advantage of Vital Software Tools: Special Tests
The Special Test menu has functions that can help you diagnose a problem, finish a repair, and confirm the fix. This video is sponsored by Bosch.
Installing The Continental Multi V Stretch Belt
Belts don’t need automatic or manual tensioners. Sponsored by Continental.
Autel’s Scope, Meter and Frequency Generator VCMI
The VCMI has many features, such as a powerful 4-channel scope, a graphing multimeter, a waveform generator and more.
Identifying The Correct Alternator Pulley
Replace the OAD and tensioner with the belt as part of a mileage-based service. Sponsored by Litens.
New Motor Mount Technology
Engine speed is the primary input that determines the stiffness of the mount.
BMW Adaptations
Let’s look at five common adaptations for late-model BMWs, and what you should know before you start a repair.
Variable Valve Timing Systems (VIDEO)
Variable valve timing systems allow today’s engines to maximize performance and drivability.
Timing The BMW N53 And N54
The BMW N53 (naturally aspirated) and N54 (turbocharged) engines were among the first BMW engines to come with variable valve timing on the intake and exhaust camshafts. The N53 and N54 straight-six has unfairly earned a bad reputation for reliability with technicians due to timing chain and variable valve timing problems. The reputation comes from
Engineering Better Belt Systems
The belt drive system is working hardest when the engine is at idle.
ECM/PCM Communication Issues (VIDEO)
Before you swap out a module that won’t communicate, do a few simple inspections. Sponsored by The Group Training Academy.
