Exemplary Tech Credentials Make Us All Winners
As the electronic content in vehicles continues to increase, so too will the complexity of vehicle repair and service. Current techs need to elevate their diagnostic skills and we need to recruit more highly skilled people into our industry to meet today’s and tomorrow’s vehicle service demands.
Diagnostic Solutions: Conducting Non-Intrusive Cooling System Inspections
Perhaps the best way to begin when we get a cooling system overheating complaint in our service bay is by using a series of quick, non-intrusive cooling system tests that establish the basics without removing major parts.
Tech Tip: Demystifying Volkswagen/Audi Control Module Coding
Technicians often struggle to determine the coding when replacing a control module in a VW or Audi vehicle. Since there can be many choices based on the equipment installed in the car, how does one know which codes to use?
Tech Tip: 2008-2009 Dodge Dakota Powertrain Control Module Removal and Installation
To prevent problems of DTCs and other items related to the VIN broadcast, it is recommended that you disconnect the ABS CAB (controller) temporarily when replacing the PCM.
Talking Shop: An All-Access Pass to Shop/Repair Information?
If you’ve spent hours struggling to master a new computer software system, you can well understand how a modern auto technician might feel when confronted with not just one, but hundreds of different software configurations built into the platforms of the 17 different vehicle manufacturers now being sold in our domestic market.
Are the ‘Let the Experts at AAMCO Check it Out for FREE!’ Commercials Deceiving? [VIDEO]
AAMCO’s catchy TV commercials grab viewers’ attention by saying “Check Engine Light On? Let the experts at AAMCO check it out for FREE!” However, drivers are complaining that they are actually being charged for this service. Do you feel these ads are deceptive? How do you charge for diagnosing a check engine light?
Tech Tip: Nissan Altima, Sentra with MIL On and DTCs P0100/ P0102/P1102 Stored
If you confirm that an applied vehicle has DTCs P0100/P0102/P1102 stored and may also exhibit a rough-running engine, slight engine speed variation while driving or low engine power, follow the procedures outlined below.
Can do CAN: A Simple Look at a Complex System
Ever wonder how your cable TV comes into your home on that single coaxial cable? In simple terms… it’s like a CAN system. A good definition of a CAN system would be: High speed communication sent via data lines to and from components.
New Officers, Board for ETI
Equipment and Tool Institute has set its officers and board of directors for 2010-11. Taking office on May 1 were President Mike Cable of Hickok, Vice President of Programs Alan Tecmire of ETAS, Vice President of Marketing Dan Brass of Bright Solutions, Secretary/Treasurer Ben Johnson of Alldata, and Immediate Past President Dave Schaar of SPX
Honda Tech Feature: Eliminating Brake Comebacks
The advent of ABS, and its integration into traction control and vehicle stability assist, make good work habits when servicing the brake