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Software Updates: The New Oil Change in Car Maintenance

Automotive Training Centre

Miss one, and your engine pays the price. But in today’s tech-driven vehicles, there’s another type of maintenance rising in importance: software updates. Just like oil keeps your engine running smoothly, software keeps your vehicle’s digital systems performing correctly and securely.

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How to Interpret Warning Alerts After Automotive School

Automotive Training Centre

Check Engine Light (CEL): The check engine light signals potential issues ranging from minor sensor malfunctions to major engine failures. Battery and Charging System Alert: For internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, this warning indicates issues with the alternator, battery, or wiring.

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Hyundai Genesis Dongle Causing Multiple Issues

Tomorrow's Technician

Over The Air (OTA) update-related failures related to navigation and OTA software update. OTA rollback failure and unable to recover a module that attempted to install an OTA software update. Check engine light is ON. Battery drains when parked for several days. Loss of CAN communication.

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When Software Updates Fix Mechanical Problems: Automotive Training in the Digital Age

CATI

As a result, automotive training must now prepare future mechanics not just to replace brake pads or swap out filters, but to diagnose and often resolve issues using software. If you’re thinking about joining an automotive school, you need to understand how integral software updates have become in day-to-day repair scenarios.

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Understanding Service Bulletins For Auto Mechanic Training: A Hidden Gem in Auto Diagnostics

Automotive Training Centre

Unlike recall notices, TSBs typically address non-safety-related defects, from software glitches to persistent check engine light triggers. That means knowing how to navigate TSBs gives you a distinct edge, especially as vehicles become increasingly dependent on electronics, software, and advanced diagnostics.

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Mode $06 Misfire Diagnosis

Tomorrow's Technician

A flashing check engine light and codes P0301 to P0308 are a surefire indication that one or more cylinders are misfiring. The engine control module calculates the time between the edges of the crankshaft reluctor wheel teeth by receiving a signal from the crankshaft position sensor. Most monitors are pass or fail.

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Common Issues on the Chevrolet Silverado (4th Generation)

RepairSmith

Mounts & Suspension Alignment: Loose engine or transmission mounts, as well as misaligned suspension, can amplify vibrations. If consumption is severe, consider having your engine inspected and tested for compression. A firmware update can often smooth out shifts. Perform an alignment to fix any suspension geometry issues.