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R1234yf Refrigerant Service

Tomorrow's Technician

In 2012, the EPA rolled out a slow-moving mandate phasing in the use of R1234yf. R-134a for use in motor vehicle air conditioners). This sales restriction does not cover refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment or components containing refrigerants. The benefit of R1234yf is simple.

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Installing The Continental Multi V Stretch Belt

Tomorrow's Technician

We have a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado with a 5.3L Generally, it’s the belt closest to the engine block and it runs from the crankshaft to the driven accessory, usually the power steering pump or air conditioning compressor. Each application is unique, so always refer to manufacturer installation procedures. for this demonstration.

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Installing The Continental Multi V Stretch Belt

Brake & Front End

We have a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado with a 5.3L Generally, it’s the belt closest to the engine block and it runs from the crankshaft to the driven accessory, usually the power steering pump or air conditioning compressor. Each application is unique, so always refer to manufacturer installation procedures. for this demonstration.

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BMW X3 Common Problems

Alex's Autohaus

Camshaft Housing Bolts Camshaft housing bolt failure is a known issue on many BMW models from 2010-2012, and the X3 is no exception. Blower Motor Failure The blower motor is responsible for moving air into the cabin when you have the air conditioning on.

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Installing the Continental Multi V Stretch Belt

Tire Review Magazine

We have a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado with a 5.3L Generally, it’s the belt closest to the engine block and it runs from the crankshaft to the driven accessory, usually the power steering pump or air conditioning compressor. Each application is unique, so always refer to manufacturer installation procedures. for this demonstration.

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Installing the Continental Multi V Stretch Belt

Tire Review Magazine

We have a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado with a 5.3L Generally, it’s the belt closest to the engine block and it runs from the crankshaft to the driven accessory, usually the power steering pump or air conditioning compressor. Each application is unique, so always refer to manufacturer installation procedures. for this demonstration.

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EV World: A learning experience

Auto Service World

Certain things, like how the air conditioning works, the heat pump systems in them — that can be pretty complicated. SE: We’re hitting a point where a bunch of the first Tesla Model S which started in 2012 and had a long warranty. EVW: What have you learned about in the process of your customers and working with EVs?