Video: Where There's Smoke...

Video: Where There’s Smoke…

Smoke machines have improved over the years and with those improvements come multiple ways technicians can use them to diagnose vehicle issues.

Smoke machines have improved over the years and with those improvements come multiple ways technicians can use them to diagnose vehicle issues.

Andrew Markel discusses ways you can use a smoke machine to find leaks in turbochargers, weatherstripping, a coolant reservoir and more.

This video is sponsored by Bosch Automotive Service Solutions.

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