The Henry Ford, Part 1
What do you think of when you hear “The Henry Ford?” If you’re like most, you probably think of the one and only creator of the Model T, the Model A, and the manufacturing innovator who made major contributions to the development of mass production techniques.
StarTuned December 2012
In this issue: Fuel Trim Diagnosis; Hold the Road: Maintaining Traction; BlueTEC; Blueprinting for Success
Blueprinting for Success
Sound planning is the key to efficient, complete and safe collision repair.
BlueTEC
Mercedes-Benz introduced the very first diesel-powered passenger car an amazing 77 years ago. While the company’s diesels have always been durable and easy to live with, today they also offer startling acceleration, incredible mpg, and amazingly quiet, low-emissions operation.
Hold the Road: Maintaining Traction
Traction Control isn’t just a matter of using ABS to throw torque from one side to the other. It’s an integrated system including ASR, BAS, ESP, and electronic throttle control, which all share data over a CAN. So, you’ve got to look at the big picture during diagnosis.
Fuel Trim Diagnosis
“Self-adaptation” is how M-B refers to fuel trim, and that’s actually more descriptive. Regardless, understanding this electronic engine management feature will help you cure MIL-on complaints, failed emissions tests, etc.
Volkswagen TechConnect Fall/Winter 2012
In this issueEVAPorating Away Get A Grip Convert to Waterborne Paints with Confidence Paradigm Shift
Paradigm Shift
Volkswagen has been working hard to make its automatic transmissions more efficient. They shift faster and more smoothly than ever before. Let’s see what we can do to keep it that way.
Old Habits: Spark Plug Service Now
A whole lot of evolution has occurred since most of us first started replacing plugs, so it’s time we re-examined our procedures and incorporate the latest subtleties
Keeping Gasoline Fresh
The life span of the gasoline you buy at your local station can range from several months to a couple years from the day it was refined depending on how it was stored.
Convert to Waterborne Paints With Confidence
Transitioning to waterborne paint systems will enhance a collision shop’s quality, performance and profitability.
Out with the Old, In with the New
Swapping a modern computer-managed EFI engine into a vintage or classic vehicle is a technological challenge, but the results will be well worth it.
MasterTechnician, November 2012
MasterTechnician, November 2012
Get a Grip – ABS with Traction Control and Electronic Stability
In an effort to help make its vehicles safer, Volkswagen has combined ABS with traction control and electronic stability. Here’s a look at how this integrated technology works so that you can better address customer concerns. The most important safety features of any...
EVAPorating Away
Since 1996, OBD II regulations have required that the fuel supply system be checked for leaks as small as .020 in. As fuel is used, air must be allowed into the tank to prevent a vacuum from forming. But how do we help prevent fuel vapors from escaping.
the bimmer pub October 2012
In this issue: Fuel Efficiency, Shocks, Windows, Training
Second to None – BMW Collision Repair Training
BMW collision repair training leads the industry. Are you onboard yet?
Window Pain – BMW Power Window Diagnosis
BMW provides sophisticated climate control systems, but sometimes you just want to open the windows and breathe in the fresh air.Or, how about paying tolls? For whatever reason, do you know how to prevent window pain?
Earth Shocks – Diagnosing BMW Suspension System
From early on, one of the main things that separated BMWs from other cars was the fun-to-drive quotient. A big part of that has always been due to great suspension designs that provide both agile handling and a compliant ride. Even in this age of computer controls, you can make sure your customers’ vehicles retain these valuable qualities
Mixing it Up
Now more than ever BMW owners are concerned about their fuel mileage as well as their impact on the environment. Part of BMW’s “Efficient Dynamics” movement is reducing emissions and still providing a vehicle that is a driver’s car. How are you going to keep your customers’ vehicles running efficiently?
The Best Racing Sports Car Museum in the World?
It is if you believe the International Historic Motoring Awards organization…