Smooth Sailing: Steering, Suspension & Ride Control Repair Opportunities
Original equipment chassis parts on late-model cars and trucks are supposedly engineered to go 150,000 miles or more. But is that 150,000 miles of highway driving on nice smooth roads or 150,000 miles of bumps, potholes and rough roads? The OEMs say it’s some of both. Nobody can predict exactly how long a chassis part
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The digital version of the September issue of Brake & Front End magazine is available online. Access the interactive and easy-to-view digital version that features articles on ABS Modulators, Brake Hardware, Steering Sensors, Chassis Noise Complaints, Air Ride Diagnostics, Toyota RAV4 Alignment, Chevy Camaro Brake Job, a host of tech tips, and more!
Scan Tools And Scopes: Diagnostic Needs
With some enhanced scan tools, it feels like I am opening Pandora’s box (or module) in some cases. The newer the car, the bigger the box of codes, PIDs and bi-directional tests. The difference in just a decade is staggering when you compare a 2005 model to one from 2015. Being an undercar specialist, you realize just how critical the right scan tool can be because most cheap OBD-II tools do not communicate with ABS, steering sensors and air suspension modules.
Pricing Alignments
Why ordering off the menu can hurt your shop and customers.
ADAS False Activation Evolution
The logic behind most ADAS warnings or corrections is to examine the plausibility of the situation.
Understanding ADAS: Blindspot Detection Systems
With the right tools and service information, it is possible to resolve a customer’s complaint.
Topology And Your Scan Tool
Topology influences how you access the modules with your scan tool.
High-End Ride Control Rehab
Electronically adjustable shocks and struts use conventional mono-tube and twin-tube oil-filled dampeners.
ADAS Module Programming
Reflashing and reprogramming is a necessary service for repairing vehicles.
ShopOwner’s February Digital Edition Is Available Now
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