More often than not, tracing parasitic drains can require a substantial amount of detective work. That’s the tough part. Once you’ve identified the source of a key-off current draw, the repair is usually simple.
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Volkswagen’s keyless entry system, KESSY, is cool stuff, but still needs a little TLC now and then.
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A major hybrid automobile and truck innovator just after the turn of the 20th Century, Mercedes-Benz has engineered advanced versions of the concept that are not only highly economical, but also have a big “Wow” factor.
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New systems and service procedures required to restore the sophisticated safety technology to factory performance if an accident does occur.
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When a customer comes to your shop with a possible charging system problem, the inspection should involve more than just checking the voltage across the battery terminals with the engine running.
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We’ll explore the different implementations of keyless entry, as well as their dependent systems, take a look at the most common malfunction scenarios, and discuss logical diagnostics.
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In this issue we will explore a variety of topics including: common issues timing chains can have, charging system diagnosis, keyless entry and their dependent systems, and safety shield technologies.
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Why waste fuel and produce emissions while idling at a traffic light?
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Mercedes-Benz fuel cell vehicles can refuel in less than half the time it takes to recharge the fastest-charging electric vehicle, and can travel twice as far on a single tankful of hydrogen as a pure electric can on its batteries.
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Mercedes-Benz has gone far beyond cables and vacuum to control HVAC accurately.
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Learning these basics can save your life – what not to touch or do, and when to refer customers to a dealer.
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Today’s technician needs to know how this system integrates into the big picture of engine management.
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