In this issue: CO2 as a Refrigerant • NASTF and the VSP Registry • MIL Code P0513 • Causes of DTCs P0170 and P0173 • Blind Spot Monitoring Systems
StarTuned June 2021
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Diagnosing a Honda Accord Damaged Key Cylinder Failure
A co-worker had an ignition key problem and soon thereafter the entire key cylinder failed, disintegrating to the point of a total failure. The co-worker searched and found an entire lock set at the local scrap yard. The ignition assembly was removed and installed...
Replacing Volvo Water Pumps
The water pump is a vital part of the coolant system and should be checked frequently during services. Coolant system diagnosis and repair can sometimes be a problem. A coolant leak can sometimes take time to find. The vehicle could leak when it's cold, or maybe you...
The Infamous U1000 Code: A Study in Nissan Network Diagnostics
It is often a moment of considerable discomfort for many technicians when faced with the message on their scanner, “No Communications.” Usually, it is accompanied by other complaints that may range from troubles in the operation of controls like HVAC, power mirrors,...
Toyota Camry Crank No-Start 2GR-FE or not 2GR-FE
The flashing lights of the tow truck made my heart sink. The last few vehicles that had been towed in should have gone straight to the salvage yard, not a repair shop. I was relieved when a clean, newer model Toyota Camry came off the back of the flatbed. This Camry...
The Mercedes-Benz CCP, Part 3: Instructor-led Training that Works – Getting Even Better
Editor’s note: This is the third and final article about the Mercedes-Benz collision repair certification program. All content in this article was developed through conversations with three Certified Collision Program instructors, and we thank them: Kevin King,...
The Right Stuff: Identifying the Correct Mercedes-Benz Service Fluid
One of the more challenging tasks in this business is identifying the correct service fluid for a vehicle system. Some fluids, such as engine oil, are easier than others, such as for a transfer case. But if you know how to approach the problem, the answer is actually...
Mercedes-Benz Automatic Transmission Perfection
Get ahead of shifting complaints The modern day Mercedes-Benz automatic transmission is a complex, efficiently-engineered marvel with a harmonious synchronization of digital electronics, mechanical gears, and hydraulics. These characteristics deliver a proven...
