October 2019 Archives - Page 2 of 2 - UnderhoodService
Saddle-Style Fuel Tanks: Twice The Trouble

This style of tank uses two wells, one on either side of a driveshaft or exhaust system. This position optimizes luggage compartment capacity, fuel volume and crash safety.

Spark Plugs: The Lost Art Of Gapping

With modern fine-wire spark plugs, you should not measure the gap unless instructed by the manufacturer because you could damage the center electrode. The majority of these plugs come pre-gapped from the factory, but it is still a good idea to inspect the new spark plugs for damage or defects.

Oil And Carbon Deposits

Gains in power and fuel economy have been realized with direct injection and turbocharging.

How Can You Incorporate A Telematics Strategy Today?

Everywhere you look today – whether it’s online, in trade publications or notices from trade associations – you hear about telematics.

Learn To Say ‘I Don’t Know’

Most trainers say what makes for a great diagnostic technician is not knowing everything but knowing what they don’t know. Some say they have an internal diagnostic strategy that finds problems with the vehicle and the fault with their thinking.

100 Years And Just Getting Started

In 2020, Babcox Media – parent corporation of Underhood Service – will celebrate 100 years of dedication to the automotive industry.