Step Up to Mercedes-Benz Aluminum Repair Certification
Here’s a brief summary of key special tools and equipment and application-specific training needed to repair aluminum-intensive vehicles.
SAM I Am
The data being shared on the CAN is useless until interpreted and utilized by a Signal Acquisition Module.
7G-DCT (724.0) Care & Maintenance
It’s strong, but needs some care to stay that way.
Volvo 5-Cylinder Head Gasket Replacement
The Volvo five cylinder engine was introduced in 1993 with the 850 model. It came in both turbocharged and non-turbo configurations depending on customers’ preferences.
The Electronic Accelerator Revisited
An essential part of the drive-by-wire and CAN concepts, it was very well engineered to begin with, and is even better now. But you’ve got to know how it fits into the big picture.
the bimmer pub february 2018
In the bimmer pub, february 2018: Testing for Parasitic Draws and Intermittent Electrical Problems; The BMW Network: Marriage of Convenience; Waterborne Paint: The Throughput Hero; Impaired Automotive: 2002 BMW X5 4.4i and Murphy’s Law; Feel the Burn: Welding Basics Prevent Corrosion
Feel the Burn: Welding Basics Prevent Corrosion
Welding basics are critical to ensuring corrosion resistance after collision repairs. We explore the corrosion implications of various welding settings including voltage, wire feed speed, stickout, travel speed and other welding parameters.
derFix February 2018
In this issue: Audi Care and Feeding of Audi Suspension Systems; Audi Sunrroof Service; Porsche Turbocharging Porsches — When and Why; Volkswagen Driver Assistance Systems; Volkswagen Fasteners; Volkswagen Engine Oil Leak
Impaired Automotive: 2002 BMW X5 4.4i and Murphy’s Law
It was supposed to be an estimate on an oil leak and suspension noise. We looked at the oil leak and suspension. It was later we learned that this vehicle had been “touched” by another shop.
Volkswagen Fasteners Beyond Length and Thread Count
Threaded fasteners — It’s not just length and thread count! Tips for decision-making about non-reusable bolts and joining technologies.
Understanding Volkswagen and Audi Driver Assistance Systems
What is here and now, but also what is in the future for many Volkswagen models. The same technology will, and is being used within the Volkswagen group that includes Audi, Porsche, Bentley and Lamborghini.
Waterborne Paint: The Throughput Hero
Better coverage, shorter cycle time, excellent match to OEM colors – the benefits of water-based paint systems go far beyond helping improve air quality.
Audi Sunroof Service
Sunroofs have become standard equipment on all Audis. Many models also offer a larger, panormamic option. And, in addition to a panoramic size, motorized sun shades are available to increase comfort. Learn about safety features and what to look for when repairing an Audi sunroof.
Turbocharging Porsches — When and Why
Turbocharing may seem synonymous with Porche cars, but it was preceded long before it had been made popular by Porche. Read about turbocharger history, basic designs and select Porche models.
The BMW Network: Marriage of Convenience
The vehicle being tested and interrogated is a 2007 BMW X3 3.0i. The curiosity in the beginning was “What can I see at the data link we are all so familiar with?”
Audi Suspension Systems Design and Diagnosis
The suspension design of any vehicle plays a large role in ensuring safety, handling, and performance. Audi has this quality in spades.
Testing for Parasitic Draws and Intermittent Electrical Problems
It’s best to have a game plan before you start. Before you even break out wiring diagrams or test equipment, it’s a good idea to ask the customer under what circumstances the problem occurs.
Tiguan Engine Oil Leak
2009 Volkswagen Tiguan; 2.0L TFSI Automatic Transmission AWD; Crankshaft seal “unglued itself”
Project Management in a Marketing Environment
Project Management is a discipline. We will cover its importance and how it’s employed via a stable program or campaign development process. This series will give practical advice and samples that can be used in applying project management in any organization.
StarTuned December 2017
In this issue: Cooling Fan Circuits; Control Unit Programming; Harness Repairs 2017; Recalibration of Driver-assist Technologies
Nissan TechNews Fall 2017
In this issue: EFI FYI; Using the Right Fluids; Nissan’s Certified Collision Repair Network Program; How to Tame an Unruly Nissan Sunroof