We understand the importance of staying up-to-date with the best repair methods for truck maintenance. That’s why Mitchell 1 offers easy access to the Technology and Maintenance Council’s (TMC) Recommended Practices (RPs) in our TruckSeries application. In this blog, find two ways to access these practices with a quick how-to, walk-through.
In this blog, discover a useful new feature designed to help TruckSeries users easily identify and locate control modules for ABS, Engine and Transmission systems. Read on to learn how to access the NEW ID tag identification and location feature through 1Search Plus and the Service Manual, with a step-by-step guide.
In a fast-paced and hazardous shop environment, overlooking even the smallest details can have severe consequences. In this blog post, our very own Jack Schell explores three key elements that can help keep you and others safe at the shop.
With today’s trucks, drive axles tend to be ignored because they are largely trouble free. However, axles can experience leaks, among other issues, because sealing surfaces on rotating parts wear over time. Vents can also get plugged up and cause an oil leak. But a few simple maintenance steps can keep those axles running smoothly.
The TruckSeries team at Mitchell 1 was honored to receive the 2023 North American Technology Innovation Leadership Award from Frost & Sullivan, based on research of the medium/heavy truck aftermarket industry. In this blog, our very own Jake Schell describes the powerful impact that recognition has had on employees since the company’s founding over 100 years ago.
There is simply no way a technician could possibly know all the in’s and out’s to every truck in service. But with the integration of TMC Recommended Practices within TruckSeries, technicians can instantly pinpoint valuable maintenance guidance – from among hundreds of technical documents – with a click of a button.
How long will my truck be out of service? How much will it cost? Business owners and customers alike want quick, accurate answers to these commonly asked questions, especially in today’s economic market. Mitchell 1 TruckSeries is here to help! With just a few clicks of the mouse, you can create accurate repair and cost estimates that address these questions for your customers. Learn how in this short blog.
Having the proper balance in life is important and the same can be said about your truck’s tires. A balanced tire prevents premature repairs and replacements. Learn from our own Jake Schell on just how important “keeping balance” truly is.
As summer draws towards a close, many of us are anticipating those final, enjoyable outside gatherings before the weather changes. What pray tell does this have to do truck maintenance? Quite a lot actually. As vehicles become increasingly complex, so does maintenance. Read about how important is to stay on top of maintenance and prevent those prolonged down times during the seasons here in this blog.
No technician wants to lose any tools. Not only are tools expensive, the tech depends on them to get the job done. Nevertheless, when working on vehicles, somehow tools get lost from time-to-time. Here are some time tested tips from our own Jake Schell on how to prevent tool loss in this blog