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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 should be used in the compressor or is PAG oil is acceptable for use in an electric vehicle’s compressor?

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The cheapest tool you can buy to turn more hours in a dead bay

Four reasons to buy a ½” breaker bar adapter.

The right way to apply PTFE tape (VIDEO)

PTFE tape is essential for threaded connections that need a good seal.

A cheap bore scope is your best friend for prepurchase inspections

Saving time and labor while giving PPI customers a clear picture.

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Tool review: Klein 3255 bull pin

You can’t beat it. Well, actually, you can.

Before asphalt, automotive pioneers used the beach as their racetrack

Several speed records were once set on the beach of Cape May, New Jersey

Schedule more work by improving the life of the waiters

If your waiting room stinks, so does waiting in it.

What’s in your toolbox?

Skillset and mindset often determine the toolset.

October Automotive Horoscopes

You probably didn’t think you needed to mix fixing automobiles with reading astrological signs. We did. You’re welcome.

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