A brake service job isn’t complete unless the reservoir cap’s diaphragm has been pushed back into place. This simple step is easy to forget, but it helps to reduce brake fluid contamination and ensure proper system function.
Technicians debate using the min/max function of a digital voltmeter to test the battery and charging system on a customer’s vehicle to determine if the alternator has failed. Who is correct?
Is this the only car part named after an actress?
Learn why it’s not a bad idea to charge a little more for the hassle.
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Don’t try to (needlessly) upsell me.
Pete Meier explains how a dial indicator is necessary for a true wear check.
Four proven ways to run a tighter ship at your shop.
Technician A is diagnosing a misfire. He states that a misfire is caused by a fault in the ignition system and that new plugs and coils will repair the problem. Technician B says that a misfire is detected when the ECM detects a variation in crankshaft speed.
The commander-in-chief’s road transportation, from LBJ’s Lincoln Continental to “The Beast.”
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Auto care news and advice you can use.
They may look simple, but these little toggles can enable powerful electronic versatility.
The commander-in-chief’s road transportation, from Pierce-Arrow cars to the Kennedy Lincoln Continental.
Diagnosing the cause of a battery drain can be a challenge today.
Grab a generic OBD-II scan tool and take these first steps to turn it off and keep it off.
Patching a punctured tire is a common job, but are you up to date on the latest guidance for safe plug locations?
Giorgetto Giugiaro influenced everything from groundbreaking supercars to beloved city vehicles.
Pete Meier explains why these single-use bolts should always be replaced for safety and proper function.
Customer satisfaction surveys should be clear, concise, and targeted.
