Performance Technician March/April 2016
Read Part III of our Camshaft Basics series covers torque; how modern gasoline effects vintage engine performance; Tech Minutes cover fasteners, torque and lube; and we introduce our new “Business Brief” section.
Fresh Air Blower Performance – Volkswagen HVAC
Heating and cooling functions depend on proper operation of the HVAC system
StarTuned March 2016
In this issue: Serpentine Belts & Pulleys; XENTRY Diagnostic System; Wiring Harness Repair; Body Beautiful
Body Beautiful
A beautiful finish sells more than just new cars: It can help promote a strong word-of-mouth reputation for your shop. Feed your buzz with these vehicle finish care tips.
Mercedes-Benz Wiring Harness Repair
The Mercedes-Benz Wiring Harness Repair Kit contains every type of terminal, connector, and tool needed for wiring harness repairs.
XENTRY Diagnostic System
Star Tuned explores the latest developments in this exceptional technical resource.
Nissan TechNews Spring 2016
Camshaft Control Systems Part III; Repairing High Strength Steels; Understanding Nissan Ignition Systems; Fuel Injector Diagnosis
TSB Corner – Winter 2016
Nissan Technical Service Bulletins to help make diagnosing and servicing Nissan vehicles a little easier.
Nissan Fuel Injector Diagnosis
An injector can cause symptoms ranging from a slight decrease in efficiency and emissions to a total misfire. Here’s how fuel injectors work, how to test them for failure, and some diagnostics that can save time.
Understanding Nissan Ignition Systems: Lighting the Fire
Here are the most common ignition systems used in Nissan vehicles, and information to better understand their operation, interaction, diagnosis, and service.
Repairing High Strength Steels
An update on stronger steels, how they are used in Nissan vehicles and what every collision facility should know about the latest advances in body materials and how to repair them.
Understanding (Nissan) Camshaft Control Systems Part III: Camshaft Phasing
An in-depth look into the system that controls variable valve timing in Nissan engines, including sensors and solenoids, and how to diagnose problems with them.
Serpentine Belts & Pulleys
Dealing with apparent “belt noise” is often the first step in recognizing that a belt and possibly other system components are worn out, or operating under duress — it might be only a matter of time before a breakdown on the road.
Performance Technician January/February 2016
In this issue, the Camshaft Basics series continues to explain cam profile science, we review ignition fundamentals, and experiment with air fuel mixture sparking in open atmosphere.
Piston Rings, Part 3: Lord of the Circular Cylinder Seals
This final installment of our tech editor’s ring trilogy gets deeply into the subtleties of preparation and installation. Talk about hands-on!
Reading the Air/Fuel Mixture Art or Science?
Almost guru Voodoo in the past, five-gas exhaust analyzers and inexpensive A/F measuring equipment makes it more scientific, and
your results more successful.
Camshaft Basics, Part 1: The Heart of the Engine
There’s a whole lot more to the science of camshafts than you probably ever imagined. This series will help you make the right choice.
Volkswagen TechConnect Winter 2015 (V7 N4)
In this issueVW Turbo Stratified Injection, Part 2 Water-based Paint: It's Different, But Not More Difficult 7-Speed Double-Clutch Transmission Keeping Keyless Entry on Track
StarTuned December 2015
In this issue: The Return of the Mercedes-Benz Hybrid; Mit Kompressor; Tracing Parasitic Drains; Adhesive Bonding and Riveting
Adhesive Bonding and Riveting – The Cold-Joining Advantage
Heat from welding can seriously compromise the strength of the advanced materials used in modern Mercedes-Benz vehicles, so adhesive bonding and riveting have become mandatory skills for collision techs. Cold joining has other advantages, too.
Performance Technician November/December 2015
In this issue: Reading the Air/Fuel Mixture: Art or Science? Almost guru Voodoo in the past, five-gas exhaust analyzers and inexpensive A/F measuring equipment makes it more scientific, and your results more successful. The Heart of the Engine: Camshaft Basics, Part 1...