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Considering Hybrid and Electrical Mechanic Training? Learn How EV Bodies Differ

Automotive Training Centre

As electric vehicles (EVs) gain popularity, budding mechanics pursuing hybrid and electrical mechanic training must understand how EV bodies differ from traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. Automotive training is essential for future EV mechanics.

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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. Complex auto mechanic diagnostic problems now require high-level tools and skills, and one of the most valuable is scan tool graphing. Graphing brings those events to light.

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Maintenance Matters: How Neglected Trucks Become Highway Hazards

Auto Service World

However, when these powerful machines are not properly maintained, they can transform from vital economic engines into significant highway hazards. Unfortunately, with the average loaded semi-truck weighing 80,000 pounds, even seemingly minor mechanical failures can have catastrophic consequences.

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CARFAX offers maintenance reminders for the holiday travel season

Auto Remarketing

In a news release, the company noted low or dirty oil can cause engine failure and skipping tire rotations can cause uneven wear, which can reduce traction and increases the risk of flats. If a mechanic says the battery is weak, get a new one. In the event of a collision, those objects can become missiles and inflict a lot of damage.

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Project Sunny – Body on Rotisserie and Engine Removed

Eastwood

I was actually referring to the slate of projects I plan to tackle during the months without car shows and other events. I plan to spend the dark months working between body repair, chassis restoration, and engine overhaul. But I also needed to remove the engine and transmission from the chassis and separate them for mechanical work.

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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. The misfires are then counted during a drive cycle.

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Are You Maximizing Your Scan Tools to Their Full Potential?

Brake & Front End

A flashing check engine light and codes P0301 to P0308 are surefire indications 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. The misfires are then counted during a drive cycle.