Mitch Schneider: Picture If You Will… There are mornings here at the shop when the only thing missing would be Rod Serling standing in the corner of the office waiting to utter those famous words that started so many of the early Twilight Zone episodes. More

Tech Tip: Mazda Seat Heater Needs a Boost Some Mazda6 drivers may complain that the seat warmers turn off too early or may not heat to their satisfaction. The operating temperature of the new seat warmer has been increased on later vehicles by 14 degrees F (on average) to address this concern. More

Tech Tip: Front Passenger Seat Accessory Precautions Post-collision repair requirements differ from manufacturer to manufacturer. Thus, you must be prepared to evaluate, research and document each and every crash-damaged vehicle that’s brought into your repair facility. Seat belts, steering systems, occupant sensors, on-board diagnostics and air bag components and systems, as well as proper alignment of structurally related components, are only... More

Tech Tip: Aiming Headlights Requires Special Alignment Equipment Accurately aimed headlights are essential for safe nighttime driving. Accurate adjustment is also essential to keep a vehicle's beam pattern out of the eyes of oncoming drivers. Once headlights have been set, their alignment should not change unless the vehicle has been collision damaged, or the front or rear ride height of the vehicle has changed .... More

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