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Troubleshooting Fuel Trim–ASE Practice Questions (VIDEO)

Technician A and Technician B are discussing ways to use fuel trim as a troubleshooting aid. Technician A says that fuel trims that are correcting for a lean condition at high RPM and load conditions indicates a problem in fuel delivery. Technician B says that this condition is caused by a vacuum leak.

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The pros (and more than a few cons) of chrome

Although I love the look of chrome on cars, there are very good reasons why it’s not used much anymore.

PSA: Make sure your Loctite isn’t fake!

Copycat Loctite is more common than you’d think. Learn how to check for counterfeit products.

What sealed chassis parts can teach us about shifting customer habits and technology’s march forward

The “best” parts for the job are highly dependent on the environment in which they operate.

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Cars that make you think of something specific

Chances are you’re going to have a Pavlovian response when seeing one of these vehicles.

Texas nonprofit helps low-income vehicle owners afford auto repairs

Autocare Haven uses donations and volunteers to subsidize service for vets, seniors, single parents and others.

A day in the life of a service writer (VIDEO)

A Shop Press ode to the unsung heroes taking calls, keys, and credit cards.

Serviceability Hall of Shame: Ford Taurus Spring Shields

Ford’s so-called fix for servicing corroded front springs was something neither drivers nor dealer techs were happy about.

“Horizon Chase Turbo” is probably my favorite racing game of the last 30 years (VIDEO)

There’s still a place for arcade racing games, even in today’s world of hyper-realistic simulation racing games

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