Here are some outlandish—and not so outlandish—examples of mechanic and dealership TV commercials.
Commercials That Make Technicians and Dealers the Stars of the Show
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Lash is Cash
A tappy valve is a happy valve!
Clean It or Crack It
Why clearing bolt holes of contaminants matters.
Set the Toe and Go!
The finer points of performing coarse alignments.
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How Does Regenerative Braking Affect Brake Wear?
Regenerative systems slow the vehicle electrically, but the reduced use of friction brakes creates new maintenance challenges.
An Ode to “Car Talk”
A radio show that, hopefully, will live on for years to come.
Testing Battery State of Charge – ASE Practice Question (VIDEO)
Technicians discuss battery testing, one says open circuit voltage of less than 10.5 volts indicates a bad battery, while the other says that a reading of 12.5 volts indicates an 80% state of charge. Who is correct?
PSA: Be Safe With Carburetor Cleaner, Too
Is carb cleaner actually more dangerous than brake cleaner?
The Real Meanings Behind OBD-II Diagnostic Trouble Codes (VIDEO)
By breaking down the structures used to create DTCs, you can learn how to “decode” beyond the simple descriptions presented by a scanner.
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Writers, Print Vehicle Service Histories for Every Vehicle
Don’t try to (needlessly) upsell me.
Hybrid A/C Compressor Oil-ASE Practice Question (VIDEO)
On a hybrid vehicle’s air conditioning system that utilizes a high voltage electrical compressor, can only the oil specified by the vehicle manufacturer be used in the compressor or is PAG oil acceptable for use in an electric vehicle’s compressor?
Troubleshooting a “No A/C Compressor Engagement” Fault
Why a compressor clutch doesn’t engage, and tips to find the cause quickly.
Is the Oil Change Interval in a Vehicle’s Owner’s Manual Always the Right Choice? (VIDEO)
Pete Meier explains how vehicle usage and oil/filter quality should affect your maintenance schedules.
Diesel Engines and Racing
You may be surprised at how diesels have made a name for themselves in motorsports.
VIDEOS
Decreasing Circuit Resistance – ASE Practice Question (VIDEO)
When the resistance of a circuit is decreased and voltage remains constant, what happens to current?
Colin Chapman: The Philosopher of Motion (Part 2)
This British engineer changed racing forever by making cars lighter, not more powerful.
How Often Should You Really Flush Coolant? (VIDEO)
How do you know when it’s time to flush coolant? Technicians may have different views on the subject, but Dorman Training Center instructor Pete Meier explains how using a test strip at every service is a surefire way to get an accurate picture of the coolant’s health.