New Content Release: Advanced Scan Tool Testing Strategies

March 31, 2017

Instructor Bill Fulton covers a wide range of areas in this very comprehensive and updated course. With almost 3 hours of detailed information, technicians will have new respect for the diagnostic power of their scan tools.

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New Content Release: Bosch Denoxtronic (DeNOx) System Overview

Exhaust gas after-treatment systems are an integral part of today’s common rail diesel vehicles and understanding how to diagnose and service these emissions control systems is critical for optimal vehicle […]

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Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L Issues & Review Of Operations

March 28, 2017

AVI brings you another great training program, the Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L Issues and Review Of Operations. Tony Salas director of training for Association of Diesel Specialists will inform you […]

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6.7L Power Stroke

6.7L Power Stroke Scorpion with Ron Bilyeu

Codenamed the Scorpion during its development stage, the 6.7L Power Stroke is Ford’s in-house built diesel engine for the Super Duty line-up. This unique design of the 6.7L Power Stroke […]

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Ford Power Stroke Component Testing

Ford Power Stroke Component Testing with Ron Bilyeu

Computer data expert Ron Bilyeu utilizes the Ford IDS to explore and diagnose the Power Stroke family’s on-board diagnostics systems.

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LBT-300 Cummins Generations

This program covers all five generations of Cummins light duty truck engines including the new Gen 5 – Titan 5.0.

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New Content Release: LS-53 Fundamentals of TPMS

TPMS systems have been mandatory on most vehicles for almost a decade, so it’s critical you know how they work and some of their repair issues. Instructor Mark DeKoster helps […]

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Tech Tip: Ford 6.0 Power Stroke – EGR Carbon Issues

March 27, 2017

Carbon build-up in EGR Valves can always be an issue, especially in diesel engines. Instructor Tony Salas tells you what to look for in this Tech Tip from LBT-165 6.0L […]

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Shop Management Tip: 2 Ways to Improve Cash Flow

This week, AVI offers two back-to-back shop management tips from LBT-286: 7 Ways To Improve Cash Flow And Increase Profit. Instructor Bill Haas tells you how making excuses holds your […]

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The Hard Knocks of using Knock-Off Parts

March 26, 2017

Sometimes, parts customers searching for improved engine performance don’t know which cleaner to use and/or how to use it properly. This tip will help you with some great customer advice regarding […]

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New Content Release: Diagnostic Strategies: Ignition & Misfires

March 25, 2017

Ignition & Misfires In Part 3 of our Diagnostic Strategies Series, this HD Broadcast will cover Ignition & Misfires. As with Part 1 on Air Induction and Part 2 on Fuel Delivery, this course […]

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Tech Tip: TPMS Liabilities

Just what is your shop’s liability regarding the TPMS service light? In this tech tip from LBT-277: Making Money Servicing TPMS, instructor Karl Schneider reminds techs and shop owners the […]

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Tech Tip: Diesel Bi-Directional Control Tips

March 23, 2017

In this tech tip from the AVI course LBT-191: Introduction to the Ford 6.4L Diesel, instructor Mark DeKoster shows the advantages of using scan tool bi-directional controls to perform engine […]

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Tech Tip: A/C Systems – New Contaminant Issues

March 22, 2017

Contaminants have always been an issue with mobile A/C systems. In this weeks tech tip, instructor Ron Bilyeu tells you how contaminants can really cause big trouble with the new […]

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6 Steps To Solving Problem Cars

In this Tech Tip from the AVI training program LBT-269 Wiring Schematics Interpretation, instructor Peter Orlando reminds all technicians how important it is to follow the same diagnostic procedures on […]

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Time Capsule: Bubba’s Garage

March 21, 2017

In this AVI Time Capsule blast from the past, Bubba (AKA Jim Linder) spins out a few tech tips including “Fool Pressure Chart”, “BAP Test” for impact torque settings, the […]

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Protected: Bosch Virtual Garage: Fault 1 Tips

March 20, 2017

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Tech Tip: Spark Duration – How Long is Enough?

Does spark knock duration really matter? Of course it does, and Bill Fulton tells you what to look for in this Tech Tip from the AVI course LBT-54 Ignition System […]

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Tech Tip: Using Amp Probes for Better Diagnostics

In this tech tip from the AVI course “LBT-54 Ignition System Testing w/Coil-on-Plug & Misfire Detection“, Instructor Bill Fulton demonstrates how using a Low Current Probe can give you valuable […]

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Fuel Pump Testing: Waveform Pattern Analysis

Fuel Pump Testing: Waveform Analysis

March 19, 2017

In this tech tip from the AVI program LBT-243 Quick Check Diagnostics, instructor Jim Wilson shows you how a low amp probe along with waveform pattern analysis can pinpoint fuel pump issues quickly […]

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New Content Release: Mysteries of Fuel Injection

March 18, 2017

In this course Ron Bilyeu discusses all aspects of high performance electronic fuel injection. He will cover everything from air flow into the engine by way of an aftermarket intake […]

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Tech Tip – A/C Mildew Odors: Afterblow Solutions

March 17, 2017

A common customer complaint is “My A/C smells.” Instructor Dave Hobbs provides you with detailed information on the best way to  eliminate mildew type odors using the Afterblow Module. Watch […]

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Tech Tip: After the Flash – To-Do List

In this tech tip from the AVI program LBT-293: Mastering the Module Flash, instructor Dave Hobbs reminds technicians just how important it is to follow proper procedures after a vehicle […]

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Tech Tip: LS-57

Information System: Save Time – Save Money

In this tech tip from the AVI Course LS-57 What You Need To Know About Rich P-Code Conditions, instructor Ron Bilyeu points out how using the SureTrack information system led to quicker fix […]

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Delphi Training Series: Steering Clear of Undercar Misdiagnosis

In this program, we’ll give you the scoop on steering and suspension system essentials along with helpful diagnostic tips to keep your customers driving straight and riding smooth. Topics Covered: […]

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What You Need To Know About Rich P-Code Conditions

Have you ever had a vehicle that was running rich and really becoming aggravating and irritating? Do you have rich running vehicles you spend hours of diagnostic time on? AVI […]

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Fuel Delivery

Delphi Training Series: No Fooling Fuel Delivery

March 16, 2017

This diagnostic program will help you make more sense out of fuel related drivability problems on conventional (sequential) fuel injection and Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) Internal Combustion Engine (I.C.E.) unique […]

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P1285/P1299 Ford Cooling Strategy

As technicians we see customers that drive their vehicles into our shops hot as a firecracker. Ford has a strategy to help prevent drivers from destroying their vehicle’s engine due […]

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HONEYWELL ANNOUNCES NEW R-1234yf TRAINING SERIES FOR AUTO MECHANICS

March 15, 2017

Technicians can learn what equipment and techniques are needed to service vehicles with R-1234yf  A/C systems MORRIS PLAINS, N.J., February 15, 2017 – Honeywell (NYSE: HON) announced today that it […]

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Tech Tip: Forced Induction – Spark Plug Gap

High Performance requires you to think about many things differently, including spark plug gap. In this weeks tech tip from AVI course Essentials of Performance Tuning: Mysteries of Fuel Injection, […]

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Bosch The Mystery of Diesel Fuel Injectors

You will learn why a fuel injector needs to accurately deliver fuel to prevent issues with other components and diagnose drivability concerns. Did you know that a common rail fuel […]

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Tech Tip: Common Rail Diesels – Critical Data P.I.D.s with Bob Pattengale

March 13, 2017

Bosch instructor Bob Pattengale discusses a few data P.I.D.s that are the starting points to successful diagnostics of common rail diesel vehicles. You could be wasting valuable time if you […]

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Tech Tip: Cellphone Distress

March 11, 2017

Many different types of modern electronic devices can cause the TPMS light to come on, including cell phones. Instructor Mark DeKoster discusses what to look out for, especially when you […]

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Tech Tip: Hands On – Hybrid No Start Issues

March 10, 2017

In this tech tip from the AVI program LBT-312: Advanced Scan Tool Testing Strategies, instructor Bill Fulton discusses how Toyota hybrids can have no-start issues simply by having improper MAF […]

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CPS Give Away Winner Announced at AAPEX

March 9, 2017

Congratulations to Greg Lafontsee of Chandler, AZ. Greg was the grand prize winner in the sweepstakes event sponsored by Honeywell, The Group Training Academy, AVI OnDemand, and CPS to give […]

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