Import Service, Author at Automotive Tech Info

Putting the Heat On ‘Em

Apr 2012 | Import Service

Just because you put on a new part doesn’t mean it’s going to fix the problem. Such was the case with this Toyota Camry that had a fresh O2 sensor.

Have You Mastered P3006 Diagnosis on the Gen1 Prius? ..Are You Sure?

Apr 2012 | Import Service, Toyota

Paul gets to enjoy practicing his old-fashioned soldering skills and saves his customer lots of...

Import Service, September/October, 2011

Oct 2011 | Import Service

Import Service, September/October 2011 issue

Gearing Up for Asian Repair

Oct 2011 | General, Import Service

This article underscores the value of factory scan tools and fluids as important considerations for any shop thinking about expanding their automotive repair work in the Asian market.

Automotive Forensics

Sep 2011 | Import Service, Toyota

Our man John tracks down what that DTC was really trying to tell him.

I received a distress call from a body shop for a complaint of a no-start on a 2006 Honda Civic. The shop had just finished working on the vehicle and decided to detail the car for the owner as a courtesy. The car was running prior to the battery going dead and now the shop was married to a no-start condition.

Vida: Online with Scandinavia

Apr 2011 | Import Service, Volvo

Volvo complies with NASTF regulations regarding online reprogramming and the release of service information. After a few IT classes and several hours in front of a computer, you may actually be able log onto the website. Maybe we can help.

Sometimes Cats Get Stuck in Park II

Apr 2011 | Import Service, Jaguar

This is a continuation of an article found in the last issue of Import Service. This time, we’ll review how to replace the shifter cable and install a new shifter assembly.