Keeping Your Cool to Repair the Air. Over the last 50 years, air conditioning has evolved from an expensive option in automobiles to standard equipment status. While the basic operating principles and components of the A/C ...
Noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) are the three words used to categorize the rattles, squeals, shakes, bumps and whistling sounds that disrupt the ride. So, how can you help customers stop the noise? This primer on NVH ...
Based on current trends and statistics, in the coming years, there will be a number of opportunities of which independent repair facilities can truly take advantage. Most are based on the premise that people are owning thei ...
Proper tire maintenance is critical for optimizing tire wear and life. But, it’s not always easy to know when a tire (or tires) need replacing. Most tires are designed and engineered for specific vehicles. Proper tires pr ...
Just as Edison’s invention has advanced, so has the modern-day headlamp. But if a customer asks you about the differences between lightbulbs, would you be able to shed any light on the subject? ...
The 2.4L MultiAir® engine, commonly referred to as the Tigershark® engine, is the base powerplant for several FCA US LLC models. This leading-edge 4-cylinder engine combines both power and economy for the 21st century. ...
In the old days, anytime you wanted to roll down the window, you had to turn a crank, which meant that if you were driving alone and wanted to open the passenger window, or the back windows, you had to stop and pull over. ...
From hand crank to gunpowder cylinders, the evolution of the starter has certainly seen its share of changes. The most recent, of course, is the push-button starter. But that little button isn’t really all that new. ...
Using Your Senses to Make Sense of Vehicle Repairs ...
The primary purpose of the cooling system is to maintain optimum engine temperature and provide satisfactory performance and emission levels under all expected driving conditions. Circulating coolant throughout the engine ...
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