Tech Tip: Oil Cooler Leak on Nissan Maxima and Murano Vehicles
You may get one of the Nissan vehicles listed below in the shop with engine oil accumulated on the engine block below the engine oil cooler area. Inspect the engine, engine oil cooler and the oil cooler gasket for oil leakage. You may use a fluorescent oil dye leak detector to help more easily determine which component is leaking. If the oil is leaking from the oil cooler rubber gasket, replace the rubber gasket using the following manufacturer’s Service Procedure ….
AMSOIL Offers Signature Series 0W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil
AMSOIL Signature Series 0W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil (SSO) is the industry benchmark in lubrication technology. Engineered with the world’s finest synthetic base oils and high performance additives, AMSOIL Signature Series 0W-30 is designed for those who demand the absolute best in ….
Tech Tip: Diagnosing Oil Leak on Ford’s 7.3L Super Duty Truck Diesel Engine
Has anyone else experienced an oil leak around the oil pump outlet fittings on the Ford’s 7.3 Super Duty truck diesel engines? Some 1998-2003 E-Series, 1999-2003 Super Duty, 2000-’03 Excursion and 2000-’03 F-650/750 vehicles equipped with a 7.3L diesel engine may exhibit an oil leak at the high-pressure ….
Tech Tip: Low Oil Level Warning with Ignition Off
In certain instances, customers with an affected BMW vehicle may complain of the low oil level light on or a low oil level message in the check control after the ignition has been turned off. Checking the oil level with the dipstick shows the correct oil level ….
Tech Tip: Repairing Nissan Oil Cooler Leaks
You may get one of the Nissan vehicles listed in this Tech Tip in the shop with engine oil accumulated on the engine block below the engine oil cooler area. Inspect the engine, engine oil cooler and the oil cooler gasket for oil leakage. You may use a fluorescent oil dye leak detector to help more easily determine which component is leaking. If the oil is leaking from the oil cooler rubber gasket, replace the rubber gasket using the ….
Warren Oil Launches Coastal Full Synthetic 5W40 Passenger Car Motor Oil
Warren Oil Company, Inc. has launched a new product, COASTAL FULL SYNTHETC 5W40 Passenger Car Motor Oil formulated to meet the extended drain and stringent lubrication requirements of advanced European automobiles such as Mercedes Benz, BMW, Porsche and VW ….
Herkules Oil Filter Crusher/Compactor is Clean and Economical
Herkules Oil Filter Crusher, model OFC1, crushes one single car or light truck oil filter extracting up to 98% of the oil and reducing the filter size by 80% for clean, cost-effective removal. The OFC1 is powered by a 3-ton air cylinder eliminating electrical and hydraulic hazards, providing a safe work environment. The dual door/latch interlock system is ….
Safe Shop: Waste Oil Collection
As an automotive repair shop, your business handles used oil and fluids daily, and there are certain good housekeeping practices that must be followed. These required practices, called “management standards,” were developed by the EPA for any business that handles used oil. These standards are common sense, good business practices designed to ensure the safe
Tech Tip: Key Cleaning Ingredients Make Up Motor Oil Additive Packages
Additive packages are added to motor oil and play a key role in helping to keep an engine clean and protected from varnish and sludge, as well as wear from heat and acids. Additives can consist of anti-wear agents, friction modifiers, dispersants, detergents, viscosity index improvers and antioxidants. Some key cleaning ingredients that make up motor oil additive packages are ….
Tech Tip: Motor Oil Protects Engine from Varnish and Sludge
Additive packages are added to motor oil and play a key role in helping to keep an engine clean and protected from varnish and sludge, as well as wear from heat and acids. Additives can consist of anti-wear agents, friction modifiers, dispersants, detergents, viscosity index improvers and antioxidants. Some key cleaning ingredients that make up motor oil additive packages are ….