...Solutions to Belt Chirp BELT CHIRP: A sharp, high-pitched, repetitive noise of short duration, usually worse at low engine speeds (idle). As belt speed increases, the belt noise may blend into one audible noise, but most likely will diminish in intensity such that it wont be detected. M...
...Using a Dayco aWEARness Gauge to check for belt wear Today's belts are now made with an EPDM extended-life rubber compound. These EPDM constructed belts wear completely different than Neoprene, and can last up to 100,000 miles. Dayco's new aWEARness Gauge is designed to gauge wear and est...
...Using a listening device for vehicle diagnostics In this exclusive video, diagnostics guru and trainer Frank Massey of Autoinform demonstrates a listening device in his tool kit - which opens up a huge number of possibilities when diagnosing faults by analysing the audible acoustic sign...
...Repairing thread damage in vehicle diagnostics In this exclusive AUTOiNFORM video, diagnostics guru Frank Massey demonstrates an engineering solution to thread damage - a common problem which can be solved using a special kit which allows secure thread repair. https://www.youtube.c...
...How to test vehicle pressure sensors (MAP) In this issue's exclusive 'HOW TO' video for AUTOiNFORM online magazine for the professional diagnostic technician, Frank Massey explains in detail how to test manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensors, using a technique applicable to all vehicl...
...Communicating with customers and managing a vehicle repair In this exclusive 'HOW TO' video from AUTOiNFORM online magazine, Frank Massey, diagnostics expert, explains in detail how to communicate successfully with your customers - a vital part of the diagnostic process. Customer s...
...High efficiency clutches vs self-adjusting clutches AUTOiNFORM online magazine spoke to Valeo Service UK, who explained that when you are faced with replacing a worn clutch, why you might consider fitting a high efficiency clutch as an alternative to the original self-adjusting type....
...Gauge adaption and uses In this exclusive video, vehicle diagnostics expert, Frank Massey of Autoinform reveals some technical features of the different gauges he uses, and explains how he has adapted them for the challenges presented to him on a variety of vehicle systems in his worksh...
...Drive belt tensioning and component installation tips Incorrect belt tensioning and component installation are major causes of premature primary drive belt failure. Malcolm Short, Technical Support Manager for Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket, talks to AUTOiNFROM ONLINE MAGAZINE about...
...Diagnostics on Bosch common rail DTC 17 In this exclusive video for AUOTiNFORM online magazine, vehicle diagnostics expert Frank Massey looks at testing hydraulic functionality on the newest Bosch common rail DTC 17 system. Subscribe to AUTOiNFORM ONLINE MAGAZINE for FREE at www.auto...