Tech Tip: Eliminating Toyota Air Conditioning Evaporator Odor
A musty odor may be emitted from the air conditioning system of some vehicles that are usually operated in areas with high temperature and humidity. It’s most noticeable when the air conditioner is first turned on after the vehicle has been parked for several hours.
Tech Update: A to VSV…Troubleshooting Toyota/Lelxus EVAP Systems
When I first had to diagnose a Toyota EVAP code, I found the available information a little lacking. So I decided to do a little homework…and the following article is the result of what I’ve learned. I hope it helps you diagnose and repair these systems a little easier. First, a word on basic EVAP
Hybrid Vehicle Fluid Maintenance
There are opportunities your shop can’t pass up just because the car or SUV has a hybrid badge on the back.
Caring For AGM And Flooded Car Batteries
Faulty battery cables, if loose, corroded, or damaged, can lead to power drainage.
Monitor Water Quality When Servicing Coolant
The harder the water, the more likely the water pump is to develop a leak.
Diagnosing Intercooler Boost Trouble Code P0299
The criteria for setting the code is very basic.
BendPak Founder Don Henthorn Passes Away
Grew company from small machine shop to global leader in car lifts and garage equipment.
Were Things Better When They Were Simpler?
Getting nostalgic about the good old days is easy, but many forget the struggles of the time.
Diagnostic Procedures For Stop/Start Systems
Stop/start technology is more than just a switch wired to the brake pedal and starter.
Alternator Testing For No Charge Conditions
Many alternator problems turn out to be nothing more than a bad connection at the alternator or a bad wiring harness.
