Mercie J Auto Care, llc
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Shop Secrets: How Orange Cones Keep our work Safe and Efficient.
Ellen was walking through the shop and she asked me what's up with the orange cone under the hood?
Welcome to Mercie J, where compassion and craftsmanship come together, I'm Rick Smith.
So each and every one of us in the shop have a number of cones with our initials on them and those cones are mostly reminders for us but they're also to tell somebody else not to touch the car because something's going on there we're aware of.
In this case, I have drained the oil as part of the basic service that I'm doing today but I have not refilled it yet, so if I get pulled away I get distracted I don't want to forget but oil in it. so I have this orange cone here to remind me to put oil in it.
We use them for lots of other things as well and they're just really good reminders so that those simple things that we might forget easily always get taken care of. Thanks for watching and until next time, safe travels and blessings to you.
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What should be done during an Oil Change Service?
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What should be done during an oil change? Welcome to Mercie J, where compassion and craftsmanship come together, I'm Rick Smith. So first of all, let me say that there's a difference between an oil change and a service. So an oil change is when we pull the drain plug out, we drain the oil out we fill it back up and then we also replace the oil filter on the car. So that's your basic oil change....
Criticized for using checklists - here is why they are important!
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I was recently criticized for reading my own checklist. Welcome to Mercie J, where compassion and craftsmanship come together, I'm Rick Smith. So here's the deal with checklists, they're made so we don't make mistakes. There's a fantastic book that I recommend everybody read it's called the checklist Manifesto. The reason Pilots use checklists is because it reduces the amount of airplane crashe...
How do I check and refill my Cars coolant?
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How do I check and refill my car's Coolant? Welcome to Mercie J, where compassion and craftsmanship come together, I'm Rick Smith. So first of all I want to tell you, absolutely positively never check your coolant or antifreeze or radiator fluid whatever you want to call it when the engines warm. Aways make sure it's fully cooled down because I want you to be safe and not get injured. Number tw...
Your Car Questions Answered - No Judgment, Just Help!
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When we shot our video on wheel lock keys, we got a lot of comments about how we are a no judgment zone. I'm glad you feel comfortable with our videos. I'm Rick Smith and this is Mercie J Auto Care. So if you've ever asked a question on the internet and then kind of got criticized because it seems silly, I want to encourage you. That is not the case here on our page. The automotive world can be...
Can you drive with a bad Fuel Injector?
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Can you drive with a bad Fuel Injector? Welcome to Mercie J, where compassion and craftsmanship come together, I'm Rick Smith. Now, a fuel injector, if it's got problems is going to cause one of two things. It's either going to cause not enough fuel or too much fuel. The primary reason you should not drive when you have fuel injector problems is, if the fuel mixture is not accurate, it can caus...
What does a Fuel Injector do?
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What does a Fuel Injector do?
What are the symptoms of a bad MAF Sensor?
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What are the symptoms of a bad MAF Sensor?
Can I drive my car with a bad Mass Air Flow Sensor?
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Can I drive my car with a bad Mass Air Flow Sensor?
What is a MAF Sensor?
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What is a MAF Sensor?
Why is my car blowing hot air when the AC is on?
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Why is my car blowing hot air when the AC is on?
Why is my Car's AC not blowing at all?
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Why is my Car's AC not blowing at all?
Diagnosing a Nissan Titan Truck with Chassis Ears
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Diagnosing a Nissan Titan Truck with Chassis Ears
What is a Wheel Lock Key?
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What is a Wheel Lock Key?
How do I know if my Catalytic Converter is failing?
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How do I know if my Catalytic Converter is failing?
Can an Independent Repair Shop Mechanic get Factory Certification?
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Can an Independent Repair Shop Mechanic get Factory Certification?
How do I know if my AC needs recharged?
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How do I know if my AC needs recharged?
Why is my AC not blowing cold?
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Why is my AC not blowing cold?
Why would a Check Engine Light flash?
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Why would a Check Engine Light flash?
What causes your Maintenance Required Light to come on?
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What causes your Maintenance Required Light to come on?
Must See Opportunity for Automotive Technicians!!
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Must See Opportunity for Automotive Technicians!!
Advice for Automotive Technician Graduates!
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Advice for Automotive Technician Graduates!
Immediate Opening for a General Service Technician
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Immediate Opening for a General Service Technician
What is a Wideband Oxygen Sensor?
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What is a Wideband Oxygen Sensor?
Why does my cars Oil Pressure Light flash while driving?
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Why does my cars Oil Pressure Light flash while driving?
What is a MAP Sensor?
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What is a MAP Sensor?
What is a Squib?
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What is a Squib?
How often should you replace your engine air filter?
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How often should you replace your engine air filter?
What are the signs of a Worn Out Clutch?
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What are the signs of a Worn Out Clutch?
How often should you replace your Engine Air Filter?
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How often should you replace your Engine Air Filter?

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  • @bonitahopkins2958
    @bonitahopkins2958 8 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I was extremely disappointed with the Emmisson service today Chandler Arizona . Due to mechanics didn't reset senor. NEVER HEARD OF SUCH !

  • @damanimartin3828
    @damanimartin3828 10 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    So I don’t need another starter just a battery cuz my started right up when I got a jump but when I turned it off , no luck , no power to the windows key fob not working

  • @ryanw1584
    @ryanw1584 12 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    this is a really helpful video if you’re having engine trouble

  • @B_HarTz
    @B_HarTz 18 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    He doesn’t know all the answers lol so I suggest find a new video or seek a tire profesional 😂

  • @atillaozturk7075
    @atillaozturk7075 23 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Fuel injectors from ebay made in China did nothing to my car😔

  • @legomanTJ
    @legomanTJ วันที่ผ่านมา

    Ten years ago the phrase "your MAF sensor is messing with your transmission" would have been a joke to mess with a new guy

    • @turkeyboyjh1
      @turkeyboyjh1 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Nah maf signal has been modifying transmission lines pressure since 4l60s 4l80s and 4r70w fords and much earlier on imports

    • @legomanTJ
      @legomanTJ วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@turkeyboyjh1 gross

    • @turkeyboyjh1
      @turkeyboyjh1 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@legomanTJ it’s pretty simple actually, it acts the same as a tv cable on the throttle, more airflow=more torque, more torque means you need more line pressure to keep the clutches from slipping, too much line pressure leads to hotter temps and harsher shifts so controlling lines pressure based on torque makes the transmission last longer

  • @dontdespair4931
    @dontdespair4931 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Why writing in on fan m/anther fan s thanks

  • @alexluka9521
    @alexluka9521 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Here I thought it injected the fuel lol

    • @Fishywethole
      @Fishywethole 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      That’s basically what he said but in terms anyone can understand

  • @chimpmonkey78
    @chimpmonkey78 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    If its hot in that mf😂

  • @CHEAPROLLIN
    @CHEAPROLLIN 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video

  • @russelcagle8155
    @russelcagle8155 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hey Rick I replace my Knock sensor. Once in awhile it will throw a code it's says the control Mode is getting a low circuit , please help what do I need to do to fix this . I have to Smog my Pickup to get Tags on it for. 2025. Russel

    • @russelcagle8155
      @russelcagle8155 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I got 4 weeks to fix it help

  • @CoveredByGraceInsurance
    @CoveredByGraceInsurance 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I have had issues in the past of knock sensors making my transmission shift funny. And it's currently doing it again. I think the last time I only replaced one of them. I'm doing both as we speak

  • @earlkusba2746
    @earlkusba2746 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I replaced two knock sensors and harness two weeks ago and today it says Bank one knock sensor code P0327 or PO 337. Guess I’ll have to go look again.

    • @russelcagle8155
      @russelcagle8155 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      My1999 Chevy silverado 5.3 is doing the same thing . Same code . With new knock sensor in it says it has low circuit. Wassup!!!

  • @williamko4751
    @williamko4751 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Maybe you have to pull the engine out just to change a battery has something to do with it

  • @214Castor_Troy
    @214Castor_Troy 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I love this guy. He explains it so well. And he sounds high as hell like nothing would bother him. Or maybe I'm just high as hell. Either way very educational video.

  • @timdontwannasay5889
    @timdontwannasay5889 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Sorry buddy but the title is about a trans swap! We got a story about a trans swap and got to see none of it!

  • @AJ-kn2os
    @AJ-kn2os 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hey man I got a question, I was told I had a small crack in the exhaust manifold gasket between the manifold and the catalytic converter it's super loud and I have no choice but to drive it a few more days before getting looked at , do you think I'll be alright and not cause any other damages it's a 2010 equinox 2.4 L engine

    • @MercieJAutoCare
      @MercieJAutoCare 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I would love to give you an answer, but without seeing it I don't know.

  • @ozman1966
    @ozman1966 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I take the cabin air filter out and never use it, it restricts air flow and makes the A/C work harder, I have never used one on any of my vehicles and the A/C has never gone out after 200K miles or worked when I sold the vehicle, it's a scam, they didn't even have cabin air filters on cars until the mid 90's anyway. Yea, it may cut down on pollutants from outside and keep small particles out of the A/C system, but it restricts the air down so much, I just never use a cabin filter, NOW the Engine air filter I do change regularly since it blocks dirt and debris from getting into the fuel system and fuel injector system, since I don't have a carburetor anymore, lol

  • @gervacemonroe617
    @gervacemonroe617 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    No info given plz don't even open this page

    • @MercieJAutoCare
      @MercieJAutoCare 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Can't give info because it varies depending on the vehicle.

  • @debrawelch6173
    @debrawelch6173 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Well explained. Approximate price for this service in 2024??

    • @MercieJAutoCare
      @MercieJAutoCare 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      We had mixed results with battery reconditioning so we no longer offer this service.

  • @genuineimpulse9134
    @genuineimpulse9134 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I just fought my way through this to success. One of the biggies I didn't know was 3/4 to 1/4 tank of gas. I don't drive the car that often and had a full tank of gas. Then, I was trying to get the secondary air injection system to reset. I'd read that for VW you need to lock the doors for it to "count" for the computer. Again, we don't normally lock the doors and so that was delaying how long it took. I started this battle (Maryland) in October and have driven the car hundreds and hundreds of miles more than I'd ever drive in a normal year, in order to pass this stupid test. When people in neighboring states don't have emissions testing at all, it seems a pure government BS.

  • @ShaHunter1337
    @ShaHunter1337 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What about in 2013 dodge journey Ty v6 3.6

  • @heklik
    @heklik 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So it's not necessary for an alignment if you buy 4 new tires ?

    • @MercieJAutoCare
      @MercieJAutoCare 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      We recommend to help tires last longer.

  • @deven6518
    @deven6518 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Supposedly once you're reading roughly your engine capacity in gm/s, youre good

  • @williamwaters4506
    @williamwaters4506 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I see cars with tires where half the tread is worn off. It is clear that the owners do not have the tires rotated and now they need a wheel alignment, plus a new tire. Another thing people never do is change lawn mower oil. I got a 5,000 w generator for free. The guy said it ran for a minute or so and shut off. He never changed the oil. It shut off because the generator has a low oil sensor. All he had to do was add oil. The first thing I did was change the oil. These mistakes keep people like you in business.

  • @rjsphatsoul
    @rjsphatsoul 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Yo, what’s with all the the banging. 😂😂😂 someone is going to get a scolding. 😂😂😂

  • @federicolumibao3532
    @federicolumibao3532 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    no sound?

  • @Qusin111
    @Qusin111 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I would not recommend driving with a bad knock sensor, you can indeed damage the motor

  • @bryan_trades8867
    @bryan_trades8867 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    My 2002 silverado 4.3 has about 250k miles fluid still looks clean almost getting a dark red should i just do a drain and refill or drop the pan and replace filter as well?

    • @MercieJAutoCare
      @MercieJAutoCare 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Please refer to the video for our advice on pan removal.

  • @DooMHaMMeR247
    @DooMHaMMeR247 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So if you have average or slightly lower high side pressures and above average low side pressures. Let's say 200 on the high and 60 on the low 110 degrees out side and 0% humidity. Your telling me my condenser can't be restricted causing these pressures?

    • @MercieJAutoCare
      @MercieJAutoCare 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      We need more information to be helpful.

  • @frankmontez6853
    @frankmontez6853 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Yah I noticed it not blowing cool air and finally noticing temperature gauge was very hot on engine. My mechanic friend told me to check water level in reservoir bottle and fill it and turn heat on to max . Had bubbles in my cooling system. Had to get rid of them

  • @user-rv7mm6wx4e
    @user-rv7mm6wx4e 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Do you have a shop!! Location please

    • @MercieJAutoCare
      @MercieJAutoCare 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yes, in Mesa, Arizona.

    • @user-rv7mm6wx4e
      @user-rv7mm6wx4e 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Location more especif address??

  • @Mayorex_21
    @Mayorex_21 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video

    • @MercieJAutoCare
      @MercieJAutoCare 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

  • @WiseAutoTools
    @WiseAutoTools 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    When I worked at Carmax a new hire was being shown around the shop. His was a German named Klaus. He was wearing a Porsche T-shirt. Since we all hated German cars, I said great you work on the European cars right? He says with his German accent "Ya, if I have to!" 😂

  • @LandOfTheFree1776
    @LandOfTheFree1776 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    From start to finish, I was hooked wow that has to be one of the fastest shortest most informational video I’ve seen on TH-cam by far hands-down thank you so much. You need to make more videos and more content. God bless.❤

  • @thelawenforcementproject2705
    @thelawenforcementproject2705 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Fact: We don't release freon (it's not really freon nowadays,is it ) because it's a pollutant. Speculation: global warming

  • @soldiersvejk2053
    @soldiersvejk2053 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks!

  • @darieldelvalle1394
    @darieldelvalle1394 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So my car only uses one , is it ok if I put a dual Electric fan ? Is a corolla form 93 ae101

    • @professionalics
      @professionalics 5 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Go ahead, add another auxiliary universal fan and do the car a favor!!! If you're in a hot weather part of the world your car will thank you!!!! Not to mention your ac will cool better aswell. Most important, Don't forget the relay and switch/s for the auxiliaries.

  • @JohnsonfromWisconsin1232
    @JohnsonfromWisconsin1232 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I replaced both knock sensors when I redid my oil pressure gauge and I replaced the harness too and now my engine light is coming on telling me it’s a knock sensors. Hopefully, it’s not faulty from new.

    • @MercieJAutoCare
      @MercieJAutoCare 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      If all the connections are good then most likely the knock sensors are not manufactured properly.

  • @lonechicken2180
    @lonechicken2180 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What tools would be required to test the pressures of the compressor?

  • @YungRekless
    @YungRekless 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The video no one needed

  • @DDowling06
    @DDowling06 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Adding a comment and a thumbs up, car guy but not super familiar with AC systems. Was seeing super high low side and super low high side with no AC. Your video taught me what I wanted to confirm, replaced compressor and components and AC is mint now. Thank you!!

    • @MercieJAutoCare
      @MercieJAutoCare 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      We appreciate you so much! Let us know if there's any other videos you would like to see! We are always happy to answer your car questions.

  • @wolffforge4839
    @wolffforge4839 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    2 band clamps, a sawzall, and a glasspack exhaust. Under $100 delete that catalytic crap.

    • @kevinnorwood7355
      @kevinnorwood7355 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Unless you have state inspection then you're going have to pay to fix it. eBay motors has them cheap

  • @user-gz2pf1wc6l
    @user-gz2pf1wc6l 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Oil change prices have gone drastically out of control now its like 80 dollars to change my oil at a store and only like 30-40 to change at home but yeah 3 years ago changing oil at home vs a oil change place... take 5 was my go to, now they want 80 bucks its too much man, i get it but there really is no reason to pay double the cost.

  • @kevinschneider1820
    @kevinschneider1820 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Orange today's day and age you just check for metal filings out of your car if it sounds really loud

  • @TheJunior1964
    @TheJunior1964 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    @ Mercie J Auto care, llc. My car is a 2016 Hyundai Accent and have only one radiator fan for cooling the engine and ac i would like to know how can i check if the fan is on after i turn on the ac?

    • @MercieJAutoCare
      @MercieJAutoCare 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      If AC Compressor is on, the fan should be running.

  • @ChefBoyarDEEZ
    @ChefBoyarDEEZ 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    How do you know? Put all your windows up mid day on a summer day. If you end up drowning in swamp å$$ within 10mins, you need to recharge your ac

  • @damianflores2091
    @damianflores2091 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Bulkhead

  • @michaelbaldwin1452
    @michaelbaldwin1452 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That will not tell you shit other than the system is somewhat work. It could be over charge and the line will feel cold.

  • @jimknight2041
    @jimknight2041 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    When the AC doesn't remove the heat.