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In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step instructions on how to create a quote using ProDemand’s Estimate Guide. This comprehensive tool integrates labor times, OEM parts pricing and parts diagrams onto a single page, providing easy access to all the information you need.
This fix illustrates the power of the SureTrack community to quickly help a fellow tech solve a problem in less than 30 minutes. SureTrack community member Jarrett@firstclassautorepairllc had a Chevrolet Equinox in the shop with a lack of power issue. They posed the question to the community, and with the help of fellow community member Halsauto and others, they were able to resolve the issue quickly.
As Electric Vehicles become more popular, auto repair shops face new challenges when it comes to diagnostics and repair. The Advanced Interactive Wiring Diagrams provided by ProDemand are specifically designed to make it easy for technicians to understand and work on EVs and other modern electrical vehicles.
Lack of communication with one or more modules in a vehicle can really slow down the diagnosis. SureTrack community member trannyman1 had a Nissan Rogue in the shop that wouldn’t drive and several codes. No communication with the TCM was the first problem. They posed the question to the community, and with the help of fellow community member Ericsautomotive and others, they were able to resolve the issue quickly.
Any time a customer works on their own car before bringing it to you, you’re not sure what you’re going to find. SureTrack community member schoolhouse2021 had a Ford Explorer in their shop where the owner had replaced the brake booster and master cylinder themselves, but the brake lights were now stuck on. A spongy brake pedal led them to look at various causes. They posed the question to the community, and with the help of fellow community member Lanpro1 and others, they were able to resolve the issue quickly.
Technicians are at a disadvantage when a customer’s car has already been to another shop without resolution. They have to figure out what was done, and what to do next. SureTrack community member patriot tech had an Audi A4 in the shop that wouldn’t run and some parts had been replaced by another shop. They posed the question to the community, and with the help of fellow community member DAG1365 and others, they were able to resolve the issue quickly.
From the Magneto diagrams in the early 20th century to advanced wiring diagrams at Mitchell 1, learn how wiring diagrams have significantly improved technician’s ability to diagnose and repair electrical issues in engines.
To get the most out of your ProDemand subscription, join the SureTrack community today and connect with thousands of professional auto technicians who can help you solve tricky diagnostic problems. From Real Fixes to Guided Component Tests, the SureTrack community has you covered.
Sometimes you’ll be chasing your tail trying to fix an issue. You’ll find things along the way that might be the cause but it turns out to be something simple. SureTrack community member DNunez had a GMC Yukon in the shop with random misfires. They found several things to fix but still had the misfires. They posed the question to the community, and with the help of fellow community member Halsauto, and others, they were able to resolve the issue quickly.
With the latest software release, we’re introducing Advanced Interactive Wiring Diagrams, with exclusive features that make connectors, grounds and splices not only searchable, but also interactive. Click on them to view related content within a wiring diagram, or to navigate from one diagram set to another. Learn all about it this new enhancement here!