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What Shape Is a Piston?
Cylindrical? Not really.
Cabin Filters – ASE Practice Question (VIDEO)
Technician A says cabin air filters protect occupants from 200+ contaminants, while Technician B says they protect the evaporator core from blower motor particles.
Should You Replace That Damaged Plastic Intake Manifold?
Find out when plastic intakes go bad, and why you should or shouldn’t replace one.
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The Stories Spark Plugs Have to Tell (VIDEO)
We don’t think much about spark plugs unless we think they’re the cause of a misfire concern, do we?
Alignment and Inner Tie Rod Play – ASE Practice Question (VIDEO)
A vehicle with MacPherson strut suspension is in for tires and an alignment. The technician finds play in the left inner tie rod end. What should the customer be told?
Put the Second Floor to Work
Real estate is an investment—make yours start earnin’.
The One Tool That Knows More Than Any Tech (VIDEO)
A factory service manual gives you every spec, procedure, and diagram—stop guessing, start fixing smart.
How Does Regenerative Braking Affect Brake Wear?
Regenerative systems slow the vehicle electrically, but the reduced use of friction brakes creates new maintenance challenges.
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What are Frits? (And Why Does Almost Every Car Have Them?)
You probably see them every day, and that’s by design.
Don’t Overlook the Elementary
Draw a hard line when it comes to basic diagnostics.
ADAS Alignment and Calibration – ASE Practice Question (VIDEO)
Technician A says thrust angle must be set to zero on many ADAS-equipped vehicles during alignment. Technician B says the steering angle sensor and front wheel position must be correct before camera or radar calibration. Who is correct?
What are Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and Why are They Important?
A nationwide framework of safety regulations has transformed vehicle design and saved countless lives since its introduction in 1968.
Writers, Print Vehicle Service Histories for Every Vehicle
Don’t try to (needlessly) upsell me.
VIDEOS
Air Conditioning Service Fundamentals – ASE Practice Question (VIDEO)
A/C systems are evolving with new designs and refrigerants, making accurate diagnosis and repair more important than ever.
Don’t Overlook the Elementary
Draw a hard line when it comes to basic diagnostics.
ADAS Alignment and Calibration – ASE Practice Question (VIDEO)
Technician A says thrust angle must be set to zero on many ADAS-equipped vehicles during alignment. Technician B says the steering angle sensor and front wheel position must be correct before camera or radar calibration. Who is correct?