Shop Connection Blog

Having two of the same car in your shop with the same issue is fairly uncommon. Hopefully the same fix works for both. SureTrack community member TurnageAutoCare had a two Chevrolet Cruzes that wouldn't start. One came in that way and one got that way after an engine swap. They posed the question to the community, and with the help of fellow community member Richard_C and others, they were able to resolve the issue quickly.
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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 the reset procedures tab in our ProDemand® auto repair information software, along with other important reset procedure data for the selected vehicle.
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Drive axles may not be the most glamorous part of the truck but they are vital to keeping the truck moving down the road. Here are a few general guidelines from our own Jake Schell, Product Manager for Mitchell 1's CVG, that work with most axles; and for everything else learn how Mitchell 1’s TruckSeries can help you out in this blog.
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There are many factors that impact being a profitable automotive shop, such as; providing great service, having the correct tools, and the right staff and always analyzing your competition just to name a few. But, one of the most impactful and possibly best ways to build a profitable business is to simply focus on your customer’s needs and your shop’s communication strategies. Learn how Mitchell 1’s SocialCRM auto repair marketing can help in this blog.
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Unfortunately not every auto repair shop has the benefit of services like SocialCRM auto repair marketing available in-house. But our team has identified five ways marketing can help your shop enhance customer engagement and bring in more business and we’re going to share them with you in this five-part blog series…here is part 2!
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Cruise control is a handy feature to use on long drives, but if it keeps shutting off, it can be frustrating. SureTrack community member Qualty1 had a Chevrolet Suburban where the cruise control would disconnect when using the turn signals. 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.
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Mitchell 1 provides TSB information to Auto Service Professional, an online edition of Auto Service Professional magazine, which fulfills a critical role in the automotive aftermarket by providing technical information to independent repair facilities and new car dealer service departments. We’re sharing this content in our blog, with a link to the Auto Service Professional website where you can read the article in full. Enjoy!
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