Think Positive!
Often, little training time is devoted to using a multimeter to actually check the component or circuit for proper operation.
Snap-on Vantage kV Module
It’s not quite a digital storage oscilloscope (DSO), but it’s more than a digital Multimeter (DMM).
Tech Tips February 2000
A Pattern in the Pattern; Plugging the Tube Hole; Sound a Short Alarm!; ‘Shared-Test’ for Radiator Fans; Not-Quite Junk Parts; VW Exhaust Clamps!
Midnight Oil: Independent Trainer Series
Each of the trainers we’ve covered or will in this series brings a unique background to the things he teaches and the way he teaches them, and none is more unique than John Anello.
The Joint or the Shaft?
One of these variable jobs is the different ways you deal with a defective CV joint.
Honda Power Steering Fluid Flush
Some long-life consumables like power steering fluid should be periodically inspected.
Green Means Go? No.
Alignment machines often color-code the display to indicate when adjustments fall into the specified tolerances, green usually meaning the parameter is now acceptable.
Information Availability
This month’s “Front Counter Mechanics” addresses the future availability of service and repair information, but it’s not an editorial urging you to participate in the decision making process.
Subaru Evaporative Emissions Testing
A major component of the Subaru OBD-II system is the system’s ability to monitor the evaporative emissions system.
Subaru Fuel and Emissions
Subaru fuel and emissions system changes and explain how they may affect your diagnosis and service.
Information
Shop Certification Program; Fourth Quarter Update; Future Technician Partnership; Wiring Diagram Service; STAR Program; Import Transmission Repair Manual; Estimating Guide; Labor Guide; and more…
Hand Tools (January 2000)
Compact Shop Lights; Locking Socket Extensions; Knuckle-Saver Wrench Series; Long Nose Pliers; Fold-Up Hex Tools; Master Bit Socket Set; Wire Cutters and Strippers; and more…
Diagnostic Tools (January 2000)
Fine-Focus Noncontact Thermometer; Automotive-Specific DVOM’s; Vetronix Engine Analyzer; Pocket DMM; Fiber-Optic Borescope; Fuel System Analyzer; Wiretap Probe; Ignition Primary Probe; and more…
cybrrparts PRO: Service Information Website
Automotive repair history can be divided into two periods: B.C. (Before Computers) and A.C. (After Computers).
Computer Networks Part Four
Computer Networks series, describes the payoff: How to get the computers talking across the network.
Shop Tools (January 2000)
Sun Machine Software Update; Diagnostic Fuel Pressure Tester; Multi-Oil Heater; Refrigerant Management Center; A/C Flush Gun; A/C Air ID Tester; and more…
Tech Tips (December 1999)
New Clutch/Blown EFI Fuse; Impellers and Thermosiphons; Force-Feeding ATF; Balloon Barrier; Soapy Smoke; Short-Tripping No-Crank
Baum Tools CS2000 Data Scanner
When self-diagnostic capabilities finally did appear on European vehicles, dealer-only or brand-specific specialty tools were frequently required to retrieve and understand the data available.
Relay Race Part Three
These problems appear rather puzzling at first glance but are actually quite easy to troubleshoot once you understand them.
Lemme In! Mazda 626 & MPV Immobilizer System
These systems make it harder for a chop-shop to cannibalize a stolen vehicle and sell its PCM.
‘Conventional’ Honda Ignition
Understanding of how Hondas park works and what changes have occurred can help solve some puzzling no-start and cylinder-miss problems that come your way.