Application Examples

The Expert Tips feature includes reference images of known good and bad vehicle components.

Typical Automotive Component and System Checks

 

Powertrain & Exhaust

(GeneralTemperatureChecks)

Ignition Coils and Exhaust Manifolds (misfire)

Catalytic Converter

Pulleys/Bearings-Idler,A/C Compressor, Alternator, Water Pump, etc

Differential Bearings and Fluid

Intercooler

Radiator, Thermostat, Coolant Passages/Hoses/Control Valves

Heated IAC

Engine Block Heater

O2 Sensor Heater

GlowP lugs

EGR

Oil, Transmission and Inverter Coolers/Pumps

 

Electrical (General Temperature Checks (Open,Short,HighResistanceConditions))

Battery Cables, Wiring, Relays and Switches

Heated Seats, Mirrors, Wipers and Steering Wheels

Window, Seat and Wiper Motors

Alternator Charging

Rear Window Defroster

MAF (Hot Wire)

Body (LeakChecks)

Cabin

Windows/Doors

Sunroof

Chassis & Brakes

(General Temperature Checks)

Bearings

Brake Rotors/Calipers

Brake Drums

Uneven Tire Wear

Power Steering Cooler/Lines

Driveshaft Center Support Bearing

Typical Automotive Component and System Checks

HVAC

(General Temperature and Leak Checks)

General HVAC Conditioned Air Supply Temperature

Condenser/Compressor

High and Low Pressure Lines (A/C)

Blend Doors

Heater Core

Blower Motor

Typical Motorcycle Component Checks

Powertrain & Exhaust

(General Temperature Checks)

Cylinder/Exhaust temperature (misfire)

ExhaustLeaks

Radiator, Thermostat, Coolant Passages/Hoses

Drive System

Electrical (General Temperature Checks (Open, Short, High Resistance Conditions))

Battery Cables, Wiring, Connectors, Relays and Switches

Heated Sea tand Grips

Chassis & Brakes

(General Temperature Checks)

Bearings

Brake Rotors/Calipers

Examples

The thermal images in this section have been modified for clarity.

The temperature values, target indicator and color palette have been removed.

Description

Thermal Image Example

Alternator Operation

 

Exhaust Manifold Leak

 

Coolant Control Valve (Heater Core)

 

Intercooler

 

Catalytic Converter

 

Alternator Bearing

 

Cabin HVAC Leaks

 

 

Heated Seats

 

Differential Bearing

 

Wheel Bearing (Hub Asy.)

 

Motorcycle Heated Grip

(Split-Screen)

 

Electrical Relays

(Picture-in-Picture view)