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Fashion Week: Dressing For Success In The Shop

Here’s a look into the many options available in today’s workwear specifically designed for automotive technicians.

Understanding Engine Timing – Chains, Gears and Belts

Perfect timing is critical in the performance world, and now, it’s required by your regular customers too.

Don’t Neglect Changing Your Air Filter (VIDEO)

The cabin filters in our should be replaced on a regular basis. This video is sponsored by FRAM.

Oil Filters: The Difference Is On The Inside (VIDEO)

They all may look the same on the outside, but there is a difference when you look inside. Sponsored by FRAM.

Correctly Installing Cartridge Oil Filters (Video)

Each cartridge oil filter is a little different and installing them properly is important. This video is sponsored by FRAM.

Air Cleaners and Carbureted Vehicles (VIDEO)

It’s important to remember to use a high-quality filter that’s made specifically for the application. Sponsored by FRAM.

Understanding Electronic Throttle Controls

The benefits of an electronic throttle control system include overall reliability and more efficient operation.

Diesel Transmissions: Geared Up To Handle Power

Even when transmissions are built, one of the biggest factors that is overlooked and not properly maintained.

Finding Leaks: The Latest In Leak Detection Equipment

This article reviews some of the current technology available for leak detection, and goes over some useful leak detection procedures. It covers “wet” leaks, which includes fluids that can be seen, or systems that have a liquid carrier for dye, making these a little easier to get a handle on. It also covers “dry” leaks, such as evaporative emission, intake and exhaust leaks. With these systems, there is nothing to drip, and no liquid carrier for any type of dye, so diagnosis can be a little trickier.

Are You Using Your Scan Tool To Its Fullest?

Plug it in, scan for codes, it seems like the same thing over and over again, and when you’ve got one eye on the clock, it’s easy to rush through a few steps to get from point “A” to point “B.” But are you getting the most out of your scan tool?