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.
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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. -
SureTrack Real Fix: Can I Get Some Assistance Here?
Today’s vehicles are loaded with sensors to help you drive and park. These are part of what is now known as ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems). One of the most common is parking assistance which helps you to avoid hitting obstacles while parking. Follow this Real Fix to see how a problem with the parking assistance system on a BMW 530xi was diagnosed and repaired. -
How to Write Email Subject Lines – 2019 UPDATE
With so many ways to reach your customers, is email even worth it anymore? Absolutely! Here are a couple of stats that will leave you awestruck. -
SureTrack Community Fix: Put A Stick In It
When you work on a car that has been repaired at another shop, you may not know exactly what was done to it. SureTrack community member EddRSmith had a Scion xB in the shop where the engine had been replaced and during a subsequent oil change the oil level was higher than it should have been. -
Featured TPMS Tip: 2011-17 Dodge Grand Caravan
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