CV Axle, Intermediate Shaft and Bearing Bracket Diagnostics and Service
Honda, Chrysler and many other OEMs are using intermediate shafts on front-wheel drive vehicles. This layout keeps both drive axles the same length to minimize torque steer. For shops and technicians, it is an additional diagnostic, service and parts opportunity.
Nissan TPMS Diagnostics And Service
Over the last decade, the behavior of all Nissan TPMS systems has been very consistent on all models.
Selling TPMS Diagnostics And Service
Properly diagnosing issues with a vehicle can take time. As the old adage goes, “time is money.” If shops aren’t charging for diagnostics, they are missing out on both time and money. Many shops want to give diagnostics away for free to sell a job, but diagnostics is something shops shouldn’t be afraid to charge a customer for performing.
Driveshaft Diagnostics and Service
Driveshaft problems can be spotted from the moment you put the vehicle in gear to pull it into a bay. As the power is transmitted from the transmission to the rear axle, the slack from worn or damaged components is taken up, resulting in a sudden crunch or pop.
GM Autoride Diagnostics, Service And Conversion
Autoride comes standard on the GMC Yukon Denali and Yukon XL Denali. The product is also standard on the Cadillac Escalade, Escalade EXT and Escalade ESV, on which it is known as Road Sensing Suspension. GM also offers Autoride as an option for the Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe and Avalanche 1500, as well as the GMC Yukon XL 1500.
Airbag Service and Diagnostics: What You Need to Know
Since 1998, all new cars have been required to have Supplemental Restraint Systems as standard equipment. A study done in December 2001 found that a record was set with 7,585 confirmed prevented deaths by proper airbag/seatbelt usage. If that isn’t enough to make you appreciate the airbag systems in today’s cars, I don’t know what will.
Tesla Model 3 TPMS Service
Resetting and programming TPMS sensors for a Tesla is a lot like any other vehicle, and the challenge is still the same: keeping the light off.
Mercedes 4MATIC Diagnostics
The Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC all-wheel drive (AWD) systems have been around for a while now.
Software Focus: Efficient Diagnostics
Discover how to quickly retrieve codes, access exclusive repair information, and develop a strategic plan for optimal diagnostic results. This video is sponsored by Bosch.
Engine Panel Diagnostics
Engine panels cut down engine noise and absorb small leaks from the engine. This video is sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
