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di-AGNOSTIC Volvos: an Agnostic Viewpoint to Gather Diagnostic Information

Approaching automotive diagnostics from an agnostic viewpoint allows a technician to gather evidence without bias toward a specific answer. The word agnostic is usually reserved for discussions of religion and the hereafter, but it has a broader meaning of not knowing...

Identity Verification for Mercedes-Benz XENTRY Diagnosis, Programming and Theft Relevant Parts

There have been big changes in the processes; here’s what you need to know! ...we will discuss the TRP policy and procedures, followed by what is likely somewhat new to you, the account verification system. As the title suggests, there are two separate processes for...

Replacing the Air Conditioning Evaporator in the 2006 Volvo V70

This is not an easy job but it can be rewarding for both the technician and the customer. Replacing the air conditioning evaporator on a 2006 Volvo V70 is a huge job, needless to say. The complete dash and heater box will need to be removed from the vehicle. You have...

Addressing Some Common Codes and Complaints With the Mercedes-Benz M274 Turbocharger Engine

There was a time when superchargers and turbochargers were pretty much limited to race cars and certain high performance applications. Now, with the newer technology and the global drive for fuel efficiency and more power, turbochargers seem to be found on almost...
SAAB Transaxle Repair Part 2

SAAB Transaxle Repair Part 2

Since our last installment, we found some examples of the damage that’s done when the pinion houseing breaks. I can’t overemphasize the importance of carefully inspecting the pinion housing. Cracks that are just getting started my be impossible to see without magnafluxing the housing.

Hunting Down Your Market Share Part 2

Hunting Down Your Market Share Part 2

In May’s “Hunting Down Your Market Share” article, Bob, of bob’s Auto Repair shop in Intown County, Pennsylvania, began a journey into the unknown land of market share. Why did Bob undertake this long, difficult journey?

K-Jet Hot Start

K-Jet Hot Start

Hot start assist pulse relays were installed on late 1970s and early 1980s European cars equipped with K-Jetronic fuel injection. These relays were first installed as a retro-fit cure for hard-start-hot conditions, and later installed by different manufacturers during production.

Import Distributor Service

Import Distributor Service

Because it usually works so well, electronic ignition gets taken for granted. You’re probably not beating yourself over the head day after day trying to solve weird ignition problems.

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