Andrew Markel, Author at Shop Owner Magazine - Page 13 of 17
What To Inspect Before Replacing The Serpentine Belt (VIDEO)

Friction between the belt and pulleys wears away at the belt. This video is sponsored by the Group Training Academy.

Cylinder Deactivation And Active Fuel Management (VIDEO)

Deactivating a cylinder requires specific technology. This video is sponsored by Auto Value & Bumper To Bumper.

Video: Long-Term Fuel Trims and Filters

Long-term fuel filters need to be watched and maintained. This video is sponsored by Auto Value & Bumper To Bumper.

Why Engine Coolant Replacement May Be Necessary, Not Optional

Look at the condition of the additive package and the freezing point to justify coolant replacement.

Understand How Replacement Struts Affect Alignment Angles

Earl MacPherson’s struts eliminated suspension complexity in one way but changed vehicle geometry in others.

The Differences Between ‘I Think’ and ‘I Know’ Training

We may all learn the same material – but it’s how you apply it that helps you in daily operations.

VIDEO: Can You Tell A Quality Bearing By Looking At It?

Wheel bearings are made of tough heat-treated steel. This video is sponsored by The Group Training Academy.

VIDEO: Today’s Engine Covers Are Functional, Not Just Cosmetic

Engine covers are no longer just cosmetic. This video is sponsored by Auto Value & Bumper To Bumper.

VIDEO: Oil Extractors – From DIY Tool To Required Equipment

Oil extractors can be great tools for some vehicles, but not all. This video is sponsored by Auto Value & Bumper To Bumper.

What Does The Other Guy Make?

The National Labor Relations Act protects an employee’s rights to talk about his – and others’ – paycheck.

VIDEO: Did You Check The Monitors?

Take time to look at the lights on your service monitors. This video is sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.

VIDEO: Letting Codes Clear On their Own

Try not to use a scan tool to clear out the code. This video is sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.