The torque specification for a spark plug is for when the engine is cold.
Installing a spark plug with the engine hot can change the torque specification and how the threads on the engine and spark plug interact. This can lead to a plug that is too loose or too tight depending on the application. In this video, Andrew Markel covers why you need to wait to install new spark plugs. This video is sponsored by Autolite.
Conroy shares insights into his career trajectory, the evolving landscape of the company’s aftermarket operations, and its commitment to innovation and sustainability.
In this episode of AMN Drivetime, Bill Babcox is joined by Jerry Conroy, vice president USA and Canada, Automotive Aftermarket for Schaeffler. Conroy shared insights into his career trajectory, mentorship experiences, and the evolving landscape of aftermarket operations.
Conroy's journey into the aftermarket began during his college years. He stumbled upon an internship at Bendix, a commercial vehicle supplier based in Elyria, Ohio—his hometown. Little did he know that this opportunity would kickstart a career spanning 17 years at Bendix, and later transition into a leadership role at Schaeffler in the automotive aftermarket.
Making sure the brake fluid is the correct quality is critical. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
Learn how to educate customers on the importance of OEM specifications and premium lubrication for their vehicles’ maintenance needs.
Grace Hovis’s journey in Hovis Auto & Truck Supply blends tradition with digital innovation in the automotive aftermarket industry.
Learn about common challenges with turbocharger maintenance and how Rein TechSelect Turbo Kitsmake the repair process easier for technicians.
The primary cause of these problems is that fuel and added detergents are not hitting the back of the intake valves.
Standard® knows that what comes out of a repair is directly dependent upon what goes into the box. This video is sponsored by Standard®.
Resetting and programming TPMS sensors for a Tesla is a lot like any other vehicle, and the challenge is still the same: keeping the light off.
First thing’s first: Find the LV battery, which could be anywhere in the vehicle.
