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Misfire Cause–ASE Practice Questions (VIDEO)

Technician A is diagnosing a misfire. He states that a misfire is caused by a fault in the ignition system and that new plugs and coils will repair the problem. Technician B says that a misfire is detected when the ECM detects a variation in crankshaft speed.

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TECHNICIAN CHALLENGE: The Mystery Box, Part 2

The Proving Grounds crew takes on another round of The Mystery Box Challenge with new parts and a few new faces.

Why auto mechanics should check cabin air filters in every vehicle (VIDEO)

Air filters are an easy service item to overlook, but most manufacturers recommend a new filter every year or 15,000 miles.

Creative repurposing: Shims have all sorts of uses in an automotive shop

There are applications for shims besides fixing camber and panel gaps.

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The first step I now take in vehicle diagnostics

I’m a slow learner. Don’t be like me.

Five tips for servicing cartridge-style oil filters

Any of these mistakes can lead to an unwanted oil leak or worse—a blown engine.

How to install a brake cable slack eliminator (VIDEO)

If your parking brake is weak or not working at all, a stretched cable is usually the issue.

The seven words you never want to hear from a customer (and how to avoid them)

It’s your job to tell customers about warning signs and bad repairs.

Flip spare tires to make life easier for owners and techs (VIDEO)

From the factory with the spare’s valve stem pointing up, but you can flip it over and reinstall for easy checks and refills.

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