In this issue

Bring the Heat

Welding: It’s a matter of focus and staying relevant.

Don’t TREAD On Me.

In 2000, the U.S. government responded to serious issues related to automobile tire safety with the TREAD (Transportation Recall Enhancement Accountability and Documentation) Act. This mandated that an elaborate computer-controlled system had to be added to every passenger vehicle to monitor tire pressures. It’s our job to keep these systems up and running.

Mechatronics

BMW has always been a company that leads the way with technological advancements. One important development was the Mechatronic transmission. It’s been installed in many models, so we need to be more familiar with its do’s and don’ts.

Parasitic Battery Draw Diagnostics

Whether you call them draws or drains, tracking them down isn’t as easy as it once was. These procedures and tools will help.