Automotive Training Centre

MAY 16, 2024

Preventive Maintenance and Service Wheels, Tires, Hubs, and Bearings Preventive maintenance traditionally focuses on a vehicle’s mechanical aspects, ensuring everything from the engine to the suspension is in optimal condition. Modern vehicle maintenance ensures protection against hacking after automotive training.

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Brake & Front End

MAY 10, 2024

This marked the beginning of his journey with Continental, where he embraced various roles, from tire assembly to logistics and process engineering. Strategic investments, such as the recent hydraulic hose plant in Mexico, highlight Continental’s proactive approach to optimizing distribution strategies and enhancing customer proximity.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Most of the drivers who own a Volkswagen car or truck with a Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) will not know they have a dual-clutch transmission connected to the engine. With an automatic transmission, the engine has to drive a pump and energy is lost in the torque converter and clutch packs. The fluid also acts as a hydraulic fluid.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

When it comes to lifters, there will always be the traditional questions of solid versus hydraulic and flat tappet versus roller. Hydraulic vs. Solid Hydraulic lifters, or hydraulic lash adjusters (HLA) as they’re often called, eliminate noise by maintaining zero lash in the valvetrain.

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Brake & Front End

MARCH 15, 2024

However, for the safest brake job with the best performance, it’s always best to use parts from the same manufacturer, like ADVICS, where our brake pads, brake rotors, hydraulics, calipers and brake fluid are designed and manufactured to work together. There are several benefits to both your shop and customer if you follow this advice.

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Brake & Front End

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Where It Started: Hydraulic ARBs ARBs were introduced in the mid-to-late 1990s in some European vehicles. Hydraulic ARBs use hydraulic fluid to apply torsional force against the roll bar ( Figure 2 ). This is similar in principle to how hydraulic power steering systems apply force to the steering gear to provide steering assist.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 9, 2024

Want to know the best thing you can do to keep your timing system and engine operating efficiently? The two most at-risk components are the hydraulic tensioners and VVT cam phasers – both highly dependent on the oil supply. And, with the Ford V8, as the engine ages, reduced oil flow to the cam phasers will impact the timing system.

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Tomorrow's Technician

APRIL 9, 2024

Parts that wear out and may have to be replaced include the pressure plate, friction disc, release bearing, pilot bearing or bushing (if used) and components in the clutch linkage (the cable, cable adjuster, or in a hydraulic linkage, the master or slave cylinder). Some engines have a “dual-mass” flywheel which is like two flywheels in one.

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Brake & Front End

JANUARY 11, 2024

The purpose of the clutch is to couple and decouple the engine and transmission. Common Clutch release problems Air in a hydraulic release ­system; A flywheel that has been machined too thin; or A flywheel where the step or cup dimension is out of ­specification. “No release” is probably the most common of all clutch problems.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The purpose of the clutch is to couple and decouple the engine and transmission. Common Clutch release problems Air in a hydraulic release ­system; A flywheel that has been machined too thin; or A flywheel where the step or cup dimension is out of ­specification. “No release” is probably the most common of all clutch problems.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The 25 new product lines available include: -Timing Belts -Brake Boosters -Master Cylinders -Clutch Kits -Clutch Hydraulics -Clutch Kits Components -Exhaust Manifold -Intake Manifold -Radiator Fan Clutches and Blades -Mechanical Fuel Pumps -Electrical Fuel Pumps -Fuel Pump Components -Engine Gaskets -Exhaust Gaskets -Fuel System Gaskets -Cooling Gaskets (..)

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 8, 2024

Electric power steering was once a technology found on exotic rear engine supercars. In the late 1980s, many cars now had wide front tires and it was difficult to route hydraulic lines from the engine bay to the front of the vehicle and the rack. It serves the same function as a spool valve in a hydraulic power steering system.

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Brake & Front End

DECEMBER 14, 2023

After all, if the engine of a typical vehicle stalled out at a traffic light, the driver of that vehicle would know something was wrong with it. If that same vehicle still drove with the engine off, then that would mean they were probably going down hill. Some hybrid systems apply the hydraulic brakes at lower speeds.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The phrase “dual-clutch transmission” or DCT can strike terror in the hearts of BMW engineers and technicians. The transmission module works with the engine control module to manage torque coming from the engine during launches and shifts. Like a manual transmission, the clutch or clutches are the weak points.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 13, 2024

Honda with its VTEC engines, Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, BMW’s VANOS systems, and more. As requirements change, hydraulic pressure is used to press the friction plates together, altering the amount of drive torque from the front axle to the rear. Many automakers are known for one particular piece of technology.

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CATI

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The role demands a deep understanding of diesel engines, electrical systems, and hydraulics. However, there are specific skills and knowledge areas that are particularly important in the railroad industry: Understanding of Diesel Engines: Most locomotives are powered by large diesel engines.

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Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In between, you have a mixture of mechanical and hydraulic components that magnify the leg muscles of the driver. In every piston engine, vacuum is generated during the intake stroke as the piston goes down in the cylinder and the intake valves are open. But modern engines have changed. Engines have been downsized to 2.0

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Eastwood

DECEMBER 2, 2023

One of Eastwood’s own engineers, Nick, is an avid motorsport enthusiast, using his personal VW GTI for track day events. It not only protects the driver in a serious rollover crash but also serves as the most secure mounting point for the safety harness. And as an added bonus, it stiffens the chassis for improved handling.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 8, 2024

Engineers don’t just look at the static angles of the suspension. Engineers can do that with suspension geometry. Engineers can do that with toe, scrub radius and geometry. If the suspension uses hydraulic bushings, you might see dark stains around the link and bracket. What to improve turn-in performance to a corner?

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Engineers want to prevent damage to wiring, circuit boards and sensors if something goes wrong that causes a short or open. To avoid damage and possible fires, engineers have devised two strategies that can be called the “immune system” for the electrical system. They test the circuit before an over-current condition occurs.

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Tire Review Magazine

MAY 6, 2024

This marked the beginning of his journey with Continental, where he embraced various roles, from tire assembly to logistics and process engineering. Strategic investments, such as the recent hydraulic hose plant in Mexico, highlight Continental’s proactive approach to optimizing distribution strategies and enhancing customer proximity.

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Tire Review Magazine

MAY 6, 2024

This marked the beginning of his journey with Continental, where he embraced various roles, from tire assembly to logistics and process engineering. Strategic investments, such as the recent hydraulic hose plant in Mexico, highlight Continental’s proactive approach to optimizing distribution strategies and enhancing customer proximity.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 30, 2023

A customer who had a 2007 BMW X3 was having an erratic problem with the check engine light coming on and an issue with the transfer case 4W operation. engine and 6L45 transmission with 65,000 miles on it. The AWD vehicle had a 3.0L The Bimmer was driven with a scanner to see what was up.

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Brake & Front End

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

A customer who had a 2007 BMW X3 was having an erratic problem with the check engine light coming on and an issue with the transfer case 4W operation. engine and 6L45 transmission with 65,000 miles on it. The AWD vehicle had a 3.0L The Bimmer was driven with a scanner to see what was up.

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Brake & Front End

JUNE 30, 2023

The next step is top off the fluid, start the engine and move the steering lock to lock. One precaution given by many OEMs is to not immediately start the engine and flushing procedure. Instead, GM, for example, recommends turning the steering lock to lock with the engine off. Other OEMs may have similar recommendations.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 15, 2024

The parking brake and hydraulics are where you’ll find any service issues. To test the brake booster, start the engine with the brake pedal pressed. Press the brake pedal with the engine running, and then turn the ignition switch to LOCK. Press the brake pedal with the engine running, and then turn the ignition switch to LOCK.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 7, 2024

Load Management For Steering Systems In the late 1990s, engineers and OEMs predicted a future where 42-volt electrical architecture would be a standard feature on all new vehicles. The simple answer is that engineers improved how 12-volt power was managed in the vehicle. What happened?

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Brake & Front End

JANUARY 19, 2024

Most later-model vehicles with a manual transmission use a hydraulicsystem consisting of the clutch master cylinder, hydraulic hoses, the concentric slave cylinder and the concentric slave cylinder bearing to actuate the clutch. The disc is clamped between the clutch and flywheel and is splined to the transmission input shaft.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 19, 2024

Most later-model vehicles with a manual transmission use a hydraulicsystem consisting of the clutch master cylinder, hydraulic hoses, the concentric slave cylinder and the concentric slave cylinder bearing to actuate the clutch. The disc is clamped between the clutch and flywheel and is splined to the transmission input shaft.

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Auto Alternative

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Additionally, engine-related issues might prevent the transmission from shifting into higher gears. Transmission Slipping or High Engine Revs Transmission slipping or an engine revving at high RPMs could result from the fluid being low, contaminated or internal wear and tear on transmission parts.

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Automotive Training Centre

APRIL 17, 2024

Don’t hesitate to consult with experienced technicians or structural engineers for severe frame damage or compromised safety structures. Pulling involves using specialized jigs, clamps, and hydraulic pulling systems to exert controlled force on the bent frame sections.

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RepairSmith

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

But instead of the gentle hum of the engine, you’re greeted by a cacophony of ticking noises. Valve Train Noise The valve train comprises numerous components like valves, hydraulic lifters, and pushrods working to control the flow of air and fuel to the cylinders. Similarly, a hydraulic lifter can create a lifter tick.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The days are gone when transmissions were purely mechanical and hydraulic and all you really needed was a set of high-pressure gauges to check line pressure and a vacuum gauge to check the engine’s intake vacuum and the integrity of the vacuum modulator. It may be necessary to also check these sensors. It can also work the other way.

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RepairSmith

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

However, power steering failure in an electric or hydraulic power steering system can make normal steering challenging and risky. How to Fix Power Steering Problems If you’re unsure how to fix electric or hydraulic power steering system problems, it’s best to ask a professional for help. Can You Drive Without Power Steering ?

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Tomorrow's Technician

APRIL 30, 2024

There are some myths about brake pads, rotors and hydraulics that need to be busted. Soft Pads And Hard Pads Are A Measure Of Brake Performance False, with a pinch of engineering truth – The engineering term for measuring the hardness of brake pads is compressibility. This tool can measure the clamping force of the calipers.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Whenever any conditions change within the hydraulic circuit, such as the valve body or solenoids, adjustments to the system may be necessary. The two on/off solenoids are normally closed and are energized for various purposes including engine braking and torque-converter lockup.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Here is a diagnostic puzzle: An owner comes to your shop complaining that it takes longer than expected to start his car’s engine in the morning. If the engine is direct-injected, the issue could be the high-pressure fuel pump. When the engine is started, it takes time for the fuel to make it to the high-pressure fuel pump.

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