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Analysis: How business intelligence tools are transforming automotive service

Auto Service World

The best ways to implement BI Canada has several data security and privacy regulations , such as the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). The country had a 90 per cent spam rate in 2015 , and the ruling reduced it to 45.1 Other guidance includes Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL).

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The liability of smart cars and understanding the risks

Auto Service World

These risks can be categorized as follows: Vehicle control systems: Hackers can potentially exploit vulnerabilities in a car’s electronic control units (ECUs), allowing them to gain control of critical functions like steering, braking, and acceleration, possibly leading to accidents and injuries.

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SureTrack Real Fix: Audi A1 Throttle Trouble

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A 2015 Audi A1 1.0L GB had a check engine light due to a faulty electronic throttle control motor. Diagnostics confirmed code P1558, indicating an electrical malfunction in the throttle actuator. After verifying voltage and testing the throttle valve, the faulty motor was replaced.

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Subaru Eyesight Calibration

Tomorrow's Technician

There are aftermarket ADAS tools to align the camera that use lasers, levels and electronics to set up the targets. For example, on some 2015 Subaru models, the steering angle is used by the steering responsive fog lights (SRF). On 2015 Outback models, the center point is between two bolts on the rear bumper.

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Subaru Eyesight Calibration

Brake & Front End

There are aftermarket ADAS tools to align the camera that use lasers, levels and electronics to set up the targets. For example, on some 2015 Subaru models, the steering angle is used by the steering responsive fog lights (SRF). On 2015 Outback models, the center point is between two bolts on the rear bumper.

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SureTrack Real Fix: Audi A1 Throttle Trouble

Mitchell 1

A 2015 Audi A1 1.0L GB had a check engine light due to a faulty electronic throttle control motor. Diagnostics confirmed code P1558, indicating an electrical malfunction in the throttle actuator. After verifying voltage and testing the throttle valve, the faulty motor was replaced.

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Mini Alignment Tips

Tomorrow's Technician

Steering Angle Sensor (SAS): On MINIs without Electronic Stability Control (ESC or DSC), SAS is not installed. The second most common failure is the upper strut mounts. These mounts can leak when they fail. The camber and toe will change when the bushings go soft. BMW recommends replacing the bushings in pairs.