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Auxiliary Water Pump Diagnostics

A car or truck comes into your shop with a complaint of poor heater performance- the issue may be the auxiliary water pump.

Ford EV Opportunities

Despite what you may imagine, there are still maintenance and repair opportunities in a Ford Mustang Mach-E.

Spark Plug Fouling

Understanding why spark plugs get dirty.

Fuel Systems – Direct Injection

The configuration of any GDI system will vary according to age and application.

Batteries – AGM Failures

Providing your customer with the correct group size and type of replacement battery is more important than ever.

Fuel Trims

To gain a better perspective on fuel trims, think about how “analog” vehicles dealt with changing fuel and air mixtures.

It Worked Before I Brought It In

These words can drive any repair facility crazy.

Engine Control Modules (VIDEO)

Accurate diagnosis of any suspected ECM-related fault is important. This video is sponsored by The Group Training Academy.

ECM/PCM Communication Issues (VIDEO)

Before you swap out a module that won’t communicate, do a few simple inspections. Sponsored by The Group Training Academy.

Diagnosing Drivability Concerns (VIDEO)

There are only four fundamental areas that could cause drivability concerns. Sponsored by The Group Training Academy.

High-Pressure GDI Fuel Pumps

When solving a fuel pump issue, the scan tool is your best friend.

Solving No Heat Complaints

Here are 10 guidelines for making sure a customers heat functions.