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How to Interpret Warning Alerts After Automotive School

Automotive Training Centre

If youre graduating from automotive school and preparing to work with traditional and electric vehicles (EVs), understanding warning alerts is key. Common Types of Warning Alerts Modern vehicles have warning lights that indicate everything from minor maintenance reminders to serious system failures.

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Check Engine Light Comes On And Off – What’s Causing It?

Motor Verso

Everyone knows that a check engine light usually means that something is terribly wrong with the vehicle. But, what about… Read more » The post Check Engine Light Comes On And Off – What’s Causing It? appeared first on Motor Verso.

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The Role of Scan Tool Graphing in Complex Auto Mechanic Diagnostics

Automotive Training Centre

When today’s vehicles roll into the garage with a check engine light or a strange misfire, gone are the days of relying on guesswork. Scan Tool Graphing as a Core Skill As emissions standards tighten and electrical systems become more sophisticated, diagnostic skills are at the forefront of technician training.

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What to Know About EV Service

Tomorrow's Technician

Electric Vehicle (EV) service is something many shops are equipping for. When servicing the electrical system on any type of hybrid or EV, the entire work area must be marked with cones, some type of barrier chain or tape, and warning signs, all colored and designed to indicate that high-voltage electrical work is taking place.

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ADAS and Brake Pedal Position Sensors

Brake & Front End

Also, hybrids and battery electric vehicles use the input from a brake pedal sensor for regenerative braking. From there, the information can be shared with the engine and body control modules. The brake information is typically shared on the CAN Bus with modules like the ECM, Body and electric power steering modules.

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5 Common Hybrid Car Problems and How to Fix Them

Automotive Training Centre

Whether you’re a hybrid car enthusiast or pursuing hybrid and electrical mechanic training, knowing these potential problems can help keep a hybrid running smoothly. Hybrid cars rely on large, rechargeable batteries to power their electric motor. Do you want to become a hybrid and electric vehicle mechanic ?

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PCM Reprogramming Cost – Reset Your Powertrain Control Module

Motor Verso

If your car is experiencing performance issues, shifting problems, or triggering the check engine light, a faulty PCM could be… Read more » The post PCM Reprogramming Cost – Reset Your Powertrain Control Module appeared first on Motor Verso.