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Nissan TechNews August 2009

Nissan TechNews August 2009

Contents Getting Up to Speed with Nissan CVTs Servicing continuously variable transmissions can be a scary thing if you don’t have any experience with these belt-driven critters. Here’s some basic information on how they operate. Altima Hybrid Service Don’t be afraid...

There’s more than bowling in Bowling Green…

Bowling Green is home to the National Corvette Museum which, by no small coincidence, is located right next to the General Motors plant where every Corvette has been built since 1981. So if you’re looking to spend a day or two learning all about the history and current technology of America’s first sports car, Bowling Green is the place for you.

You & Your Dog. Matching personalities yields best results.

The dream is always the same. A hunter drops the tailgate of his truck and out bounds a handsome, powerful pointer. The dog is perfectly marked, its eyes deep with understanding, its demeanor alert. So dream. Go ahead dream. But choose your hunting dog as you would a mate. After all, you’ve got to get along for a long time.

Nissan TechNews May 2009

Nissan TechNews May 2009

Contents No Codes? No Problem! We've all gotten used to starting a driveability diagnosis with the help of a DTC or two. Don't panic when no codes are present. Instead, apply a logical procedure. Testing the Battery, Starting and Charging Systems is Not Just for...

In My Humble Opinion

In My Humble Opinion

by Bob Freudenberger Observation and Celebration When I first got into automotive publishing (remember Mechanix Illustrated? I was "Tom Tappet"), I read somewhere that in 1955 there were 52 cars per mechanic in the U.S. How far we've come. According to the best...