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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?
Is carb cleaner actually more dangerous than brake cleaner?
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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We don’t think much about spark plugs unless we think they’re the cause of a misfire concern, do we?
Any technician will have a few files in the toolbox for material removal jobs. But are you using these tools with the correct technique?
A practical approach to auto repair shop management.
A brake service job isn’t complete unless the reservoir cap’s diaphragm has been pushed back into place. This simple step is easy to forget, but it helps to reduce brake fluid contamination and ensure proper system function.
Find out how they differ from wet sump oil systems.
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You probably see them every day, and that’s by design.
He also synthesized chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs).
Ever spot what appears to be a second oil filter under a vehicle? Lemmy and Nick discuss the advantages of spin-on transmission filters for fluid protection and service.
Peering inside the inner workings of a deceptively complex tool
Lemmy explains why this basic task always comes before removing the positive cable to help you understand the theory behind the practice.
When a customer rolls into your shop and asks for a “tune-up,” what’s your first reaction?
Do you lubricate the threads on spark plugs before installing them? Should you? Pete Meier explains the finer points of spark plug lube application for best results and OE service procedure compliance.
Brake cleaner is loved by techs (for good reason), but make sure you’re taking safety precautions.