Shop Connection Blog

Technicians love a mystery, or maybe not, when it involves wiring issues in a customer's vehicle. SureTrack community member Freyson had a Cadillac DTS in their shop where the starter burned out because it wouldn't stop cranking. They posed the question to the community, and with the help of fellow community member Dmckemie12 and others, they were able to resolve the issue quickly.
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Properly functioning fuel injectors though small are a crucial component of any vehicle. Regular maintenance and replacement help keep your fleet on the road quicker and without interruption. Here are some pro tips from our own Chris Wenberg on somethings he has learned from his years turning wrenches in this blog.
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Did you know that the ProDemand and TruckLabor products have a tool that can satisfy all your conversion needs? There's no need to leave the product or use search engines to find conversion tools from somewhat questionable sites. This is just one small tool that can save you time. Find out where it is and how to use this simple tool here.
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Real Fixes from the SureTrack® expert information resource are documented issues from actual shop repair records and community discussions. Read on to see how SureTrack can help you correct issues that are not easily diagnosed using OEM information alone. SureTrack is available at no additional cost in our ProDemand product. When you have multiple codes related to several...
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When you have multiple codes related to several different emissions components, you have to use your diagnostic skills to determine the actual cause. Follow this Real Fix to see how a Chevrolet Cruze with multiple emissions codes was diagnosed and which component caused the problem.
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If you manage an auto repair shop, you may be questioning whether or not you should encourage online customer reviews.  But the right question you should ask is where should your customers’ feedback be seen?  Answer: On all search engines for optimal visibility! Learn from our Marketing Experts in this blog on why customer reviews with SureCritic are a true game changer for any business!
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Modern vehicles contain many modules that control the operation of most systems. When one goes out, or has an issue, it can cause multiple problems. SureTrack community member tchrono had a Mitsubishi Endeavor in their shop that had a no-start condition but once they were able to get it to start, they found multiple electrical problems. They posed the question to the community, and with the help of fellow community member Albanymitsu and others, they were able to resolve the issue quickly.
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