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Software Focus: Efficient Diagnostics

Tomorrow's Technician

CC: Time is always a consideration when it comes to diagnostics. This can be very helpful for diagnosing a drivability or emissions problem. With access to service information, we can access TSBs related directly to the code. No matter the complexity, you typically have one hour to solve a problem. Let’s tackle the P0171 first.

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Software Focus: Efficient Diagnostics

Brake & Front End

CC: Time is always a consideration when it comes to diagnostics. This can be very helpful for diagnosing a drivability or emissions problem. With access to service information, we can access TSBs related directly to the code. No matter the complexity, you typically have one hour to solve a problem. Let’s tackle the P0171 first.

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Transmission Valve Body Replacement

Tomorrow's Technician

“We don’t do that type of work” – a shortsighted policy that can actually cost you service opportunities and shop profits. Troubleshooting an automatic transmission can be one of the most intimidating diagnostic procedures a shop faces today. These devices shift the gears, lock the clutches and regulate the fluid pressures.

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For Better Customer Relations, Be A Better Listener

Brake & Front End

henever a customer comes to your shop for any brake repair, you need to know why they are there in the first place. Just writing a ticket for a brake job or suspension repair because the customer requested it can lead to a comeback and an unsatisfied customer. Make sure you take notes and put them on the repair order.

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P0442: EVAP System Leak Detected (Small Leak)

RepairSmith

Diagnosis Possible Repairs for P0442 & Costs What Is P0442? It’s a diagnostic trouble code indicating problems with the Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) System. Code P0442 is generally a mild code in terms of its impact on vehicle drivability and safety — it doesn’t show any adverse symptoms.

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8 Chevrolet Check Engine Light Triggers + Can You Drive with It?

RepairSmith

How to Reset the Chevrolet Check Engine Light How Much Does a Chevrolet Check Engine Light Diagnostic Test Cost? A faulty oxygen sensor on Chevrolet cars or work trucks like the Chevrolet Silverado may relay irrational readings to the ECU, activating the CEL and a related diagnostic trouble code. What does the Check Engine Light mean?

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Top 10 diagnostic products: Q1 2024

Vehicle Service Pros

Are you in the market for new diagnostic tools and equipment? Take a look at the most viewed diagnostic tools/updates on VehicleServicePros.com from the first quarter.

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