Motor Age Tech Tips: Understanding the oil filter bypass
Most technicians understand that there is an oil filter bypass, but all too often this simple yet important component’s operation is not correctly understood in the industry. Motor Age’s Erik Screeden breaks down the importance if this device, and how it truly operates.
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About the Author
Erik Screeden
Technical and Multimedia Content Director
Erik Screeden is the Technical and Multimedia Content Director for the Vehicle Service & Repair Group. Erik is an ASE Master Automobile Technician with L1, and L4 credentials, who has been in the industry for over 25 years in various capacities. During that time, Screeden was a technician. He started out at a Ford dealership and continued to several independent repair facilities as well as spent time in the specialty aftermarket at a GM-specific performance shop. After his time as a technician came to an end, Screeden transitioned into a role providing scan diagnostic and J2534 tool support. He was then able to parlay his experience as a technician and a support specialist and use that in several technical sales roles.
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