Audi Start-Stop System Information
This informational TSB applies to Audi vehicles with a start/stop system. The start/stop system allows automatic engine stops and starts. Although the driver expects it, the engine may not automatically be switched off due to many different factors.
Dorman University Introduces New Service Dealer Guide Training Opportunity
Highlights from Dorman’s OE FIX program, aimed at re-engineered solutions to known OE failures, also are included in this new training installment.
Tenneco Showcases Lightweight Technologies For Emission Control Systems
Tenneco recently displayed lightweight technologies designed to reduce vehicle emissions and improve fuel economy by helping automakers reduce total vehicle weight. The technologies were featured at the opening of the American Lightweight Materials Manufacturing Innovation Institute (ALMMII), in Detroit’s Corktown historic district. Tenneco is a member of the public-private partnership created in 2014 to develop
Snap-on Offers Top 14.2 Reasons To Upgrade To Latest Diagnostic Software Release
Keeping the diagnostic tools up-to-date is critical, because without the latest vehicle coverage, professional technicians simply cannot service as many vehicles in a day. Snap-on Software Upgrade 14.2 supercharges the Snap-on family of diagnostic tools for stronger starts and faster finishes, allowing technicians to expand their diagnostic capabilities to fuel efficiency and productivity in the
Snap-on Offers Top 13.4 Reasons To Upgrade To Latest Diagnostic Software Release
The newest Snap-on diagnostic software upgrade offers 47,400 new codes, tests, tips and data going back to 1998 for all major makes, plus new 2013 domestic and Asian model year coverage for GM, Infiniti, Lexus, Mazda, Nissan, Scion, Subaru, Suzuki and Toyota.
Snap-on Introduces Software Upgrade 13.4
The new Software Upgrade 13.4 from Snap-on Diagnostics is packed with high performance diagnostics specifically formulated to put you at the top of your game as a professional technician – to fix more cars faster. With the most current diagnostic capabilities for over 64 million vehicles on the road today, this powerful upgrade expands repair shops’ service reach by delivering the latest features and new coverage for all major makes back to model year 1998.
Tech Tip: Exhaust Restriction Leads to Turbo Destruction
Turbos in gasoline applications operate at extremely high temperatures and RPM. If the exhaust stream, including the catalytic converter, is even partially blocked, the increase in exhaust backpressure can lead to thrust bearing failure.
Tenneco Adding Nearly 400 New Parts to Walker Exhaust Line
Tenneco Inc. will introduce nearly 400 new parts to its Walker line of replacement exhaust products in 2011 and dramatically expand foreign-nameplate application coverage available through its global Starla exhaust offering.
Tech Feature: Troubleshooting BMW’s Condition Based Service System
BMW’s “Condition Based Service” (CBS) system monitors various maintenance items on the vehicle, and alerts the motorist when service is needed. But even this maintenance alert system can require maintenance itself.
Tech Tip: School Bus Inspection and Maintenance
Now that school is out, school bus inspections and maintenance is taking place in preparation for the next session in the fall. Many school districts are outsourcing the maintenance of their buses. This could be your chance to increase your shop’s customer base. While the coach work (body) of buses is changing to incorporate features like air conditioning, the tires, wheels, brakes and suspension the have not change much in 20 years. The biggest changes are under the hood ….