SureTrack Real Fix: Harness the ABS
Anti-lock brake systems (ABS) were actually first put on American cars in the early 1970s, but they’re much more common today. Also common are problems with them as the cars age.
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SocialCRM Adds Google Ads to Its Auto Shop Marketing Services
Seeing the need from our shops, we are pleased to announce a major addition to SocialCRM’s digital marketing portfolio, Google Ads — online paid search advertising. -
Featured TPMS Tip: 2011-15 Chrysler/Jeep Wrangler
Mitchell 1 provides TPMS information to Modern Tire Dealer, an award-winning publication that writes editorial content geared to independent tire dealers. We’re sharing this content in our blog, with a link to the Modern Tire Dealer website where you can read the article in full. The TPMS information in this article may also be accessed in […]
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SureTrack Communiy Fix: Check Those Treads
Tires are one of the most important components of a vehicle. Problems with tires can cause multiple issues with different systems. SureTrack community member Oimoens had a Ford Escape in the shop where the owner complained that the 4WD light was flashing and the 4WD was disabled. -
TPMS vs. Mother Nature
As we headed down the road, my TPMS light came on. As the outside temperature had dropped about 40 degrees from our start, I knew the light was the result of a decrease in temperature. -
Guided Component Testing Process
There are multiple ways a technician can approach an auto repair problem, and it varies by the issue. This is why it’s important to create a solid diagnostic process that can be implemented across the board to ensure that problems can be solved in a reasonable amount of time and accurately. -
SureTrack Community Fix: Shaky Pedals
Most complaints of vibrations through a vehicle’s pedals are related to the brake pedal. A vibration in the gas pedal is fairly unusual. SureTrack community member bmaples had a Chevrolet Silverado in the shop where the owner complained that the gas pedal vibrated when accelerating from a stop. -
Top 10 Repairs List Helps You Gain Auto Repair Insights
Without any information beyond the client’s description of the problem, it can take some time to diagnose the root cause, and identify the components to replace to solve the issue. -
SureTrack Real Fix: No Communication
Being able to communicate is an essential part of being a human being, but it’s also an essential part of working on modern vehicles. Follow this Real Fix to see how various codes related to communication on this Buick Park Avenue were diagnosed and the repair that followed. -
Tire Maintenance: All Things Being Equal
Let’s take a look at the service maintenance of tires for dual wheels and tandem axles. No, this is not about starting with a fresh set of brand new tires.