WATCH: What Do Wheel Bearings Do?
Wheel bearings might not be the sexiest part of a vehicle, but that shouldn’t diminish the Herculean role these safety-critical components play in the vehicle’s chassis system.
WATCH: What Do You Know About OAD Pulleys?
You can think of the OAD pulley as a tuning device for the engine’s drive-belt system.
Brake Hardware: Replace Often, and Avoid the Noise
Many technicians and DIYers tend to overlook brake hardware because it can often be reused if it’s not too beat up.
WATCH: Controlling Vehicle Odors with EPA-Registered ClO2 Technology
The most effective odor-removing systems use a deep-penetrating vapor to thoroughly treat every inch of the interior, permanently removing odors caused by smoke, food, sweaty gym clothes or pets in four to six hours.
Why Fuel Pumps Come Back to the Auto Parts Store
When diagnosis becomes increasingly difficult, our customers are more likely to guess at a solution, and swapping out parts has long been the go-to “quick fix.”
WATCH: 3 Tips for Extending Belt Life in Your Customers’ Vehicles
All three tips relate to how the belt interacts with the pulleys.
Shocks and Struts: Different Parts, Similar Function
Selling shocks and struts can be an uphill challenge because when they fail, they rarely leave the driver stranded.
Chassis Parts: Know When to Replace Them
Let’s face it: Chassis parts are often neglected unless there’s a broken or badly worn part.
Brake Friction: Not as Straightforward as It Seems
A common question every counter pro has to answer on a regular basis is, “What brake pads do I need?”
WATCH: What to Do When a Shop Returns a Timing-Belt Kit
A lot of returns on timing belts come from the shop not installing all of the components inside the kit.
WATCH: Timing-Belt Kits Include Everything Needed to Get the Job Done Right
Make sure you look through your parts catalog to see what’s included in some of these kits.
WATCH: Educating Customers About Cabin Air Filters
One way to educate your customers about the importance of cabin air filters is to talk about what happens when you DON’T replace them on a regular basis.
