Mixture Formation
With emissions and mpg both looming so large right now, you can’t have your customers driving around with the MIL on, but it’s not always so easy to find the cause of a fuel system glitch
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Seal the Deal
Tank pollutants and OBD II regulations
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Let Us Give You Some Feedback
We were always taught 14.7:1 was the perfect ratio of air to fuel. Well, with the need to improve fuel economy and decrease harmful emissions, leaner air/fuel ratios are required. How is the PCM going to determine how lean is lean?
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Secondary Air Injection Systems: Another Chance to Burn
Just like a blacksmith’s bellows, the Mercedes-Benz AIS “fans the flames,” promoting rapid oxidation of pollutants in the exhaust stream.
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More than Just a Muffler – Subaru SPT cat-back exhaust systems
Genuine Subaru Performance Tuning cat-back exhaust systems for your performance-minded customers.
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Keeping the Coast Clear: Mercedes-Benz Intake Tract Maintenance
Everything from the air filter housing to the backs of the intake valves must be intact clean if that engine is to perform properly.
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Mercedes-Benz Factory Service Bulletins: Rear Axle Noise; Rough Idle, Code P201 A/B; Power Outlet Failure
These suggestions and solutions for technical problems are from service bulletins and other information published by Mercedes-Benz, selected and adapted for independent repair shops.
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Putting Air on the Scale
The MAF “weighs in” as an important sensor for engine performance. Confused about Mode $06 diagnostics? It’s no wonder.
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Finding Leaks Vehicles With Dyes, Electrons and SMoke
Dyes, electrons, and smoke will upgrade your leak detection skills.
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Selling Oxygen Sensors for Mercedes-Benz Vehicles
Talk about the benefits of a fresh oxygen sensor.
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Thimble to Planar: Oxygen Sensors in Depth
There are still many, many older style units out there in the real world for you to deal with.
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Revisiting the Mercedes-Benz Catalytic Converter
It’s been exactly 30 years since this almost magical component hit the streets, so it’s definitely time for a review of diagnosis and replacement options. After all, there’s more than one way to skin a cat
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