Scan And Scope Diagnostics For The Undercar Technician
Using a scan tool to communicate with the different modules can confirm operation and the source of communication codes.
Undercar CAN Bus Diagnostics
A serial data bus uses voltage to communicate. Modules toggle the signal off and on.
Undercar Overhaul Tips
Suspension repairs are the “bread and butter” for most shops. But, the bread has changed from stamped steel to cast aluminum, and the butter is now thread locking compounds and high-end greases. Here are ten tips that can prevent you from getting toasted!
Undercar Reflash: Stop Waiting, Wondering
If you think reflashing and reprogramming is just an underhood or emissions exercise, you are wrong. Many of these updates concern the ABS and Stability Control associated systems that do not involve engine operation, but need information from other modules to function.
Fast Undercar Wraps Up Free Ride Summer Sweepstakes
The grand prize for this 90-day promotion was a brand new 2018 Chevy Silverado fully equipped and modified with many unique upgrades.
Fast Undercar Kicks Off Free Ride Summer Sweepstakes
The grand prize in the sweepstakes is a fully equipped 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4×4 with a 5.3 liter engine.
Torque-To-Yield Fasteners For Undercar Components
The desired result of tightening a fastener is to obtain a proper clamping force between parts. The clamping force prevents loosening when the vehicle is in use and external forces act on the clamped parts. All fasteners have a specified torque. The method used for a particular application is determined by engineering and specified in the service information. It is necessary to apply the fastener torque to the specific fastener identified.
Mevotech Receives Profit Generator Award From Fast Undercar
The award is presented to the Fast Undercar vendor that consistently identifies opportunities to enhance profitability and leverage innovative sales techniques to retain and increase a growing customer base.
Undercar Service Opportunities Are Only An Inspection Away
In 2001, BMW introduced the first completely new MINI in more than 40 years. With more than a million MINIs on the roads, a lot of opportunity exists for shops to service brakes and chassis.
VIDEO: Diagnosing Undercar Noises During A Test Drive
Andrew Markel shows three tips to use during a test drive to diagnose noises relating to the wheel bearings, drivetrain and other components. Sponsored by BCA Bearings.
