Vehicle studies that highlight key points to remember when working through the diagnostic repairs that come into the shop every day. Astronaut Garrett Reisman tells an incredible story of quick thinking and problem solving while he was on a spacewalk to install a new...
We can get lost very quickly if we are not savvy to the fact that the engine is the actual modulator for the computer controlling it. Wow. Sometimes in the world of diagnostics, we run into some extremely hard to solve technical problems. Most of the time these days,...
How it works, diagnosis and troubleshooting tips Hidden in that yellow foam block is the PSE unit, home of the central locking pump and other functions. The Mercedes-Benz Model 210 E-Class is probably a typical visitor to your shop, with a zillion still on the road,...
Catalytic converters have been all over the news lately, but not because of the fact that they are incredible devices that can literally change the molecules of the exhaust gases and convert toxins into less harmful byproducts, such as water vapor (steam) and carbon...
How networks work, diagnosis and troubleshooting tips Let’s face it: Any technician, whether dealer or independent, faces challenges in accurately and efficiently addressing communication Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), especially when multiple networks on the...
What to be aware of when servicing and repairing BMW’s Sports Activity Vehicles and Coupes. This month, we will take a further look at BMW’s X-series of vehicles, but first a quick review. (If you missed part 1, click here.) BMW started the Sports Activity Vehicle...
What you need to know to make sure you’re using the correct brake fluid, and what it means if you don’t. It’s a matter of milliseconds that can make all the difference.
