As you know, many manufacturers color code their injectors. In this Tech Tip from the AVI course “LBT-83 Fuelish Tips”, instructor Doug Garriott shows how color coding can be a […]

In this tech tip from LBT-295: Variable Valve Timing Diagnostics, AVI instructor Ron Bilyeu reminds you that oil isn’t just for lubrication anymore. Today’s engines use oil for a variety […]

AVI announces that we are bringing technical training to AAPEXedu in addition to the high end technical training provided at the AVI Conference. Don’t miss out! Training kicks off during […]

The infamous “ever since you” complaint, where a different problem springs up after fixing the original complaint; these totally mind boggling diagnostic puzzles come into the shop every day. The […]

AVI teams up with Delphi instructor and electrical mastermind, Dave Hobbs to bring you the most comprehensive class on parasitic battery drains on the market. Dave will guide you through […]

There are not many things more frustrating than running a scan tool through a vehicles PCM and coming up with DTC’s that, at first glance, have absolutely nothing to do […]

In this tech tip Dave Hobbs specifies how Ben Franklin used the flow of water to describe the current flow of electricity.

Dave Hobbs uses a Pico Scope to verify a repair to the cruise control wiring harness at the SCP Bus making sure we see PIDS and Data before a road […]

How are you going to justify your hourly shop labor rate by supporting all the costly test equipment that is necessary in your shop. Bill Fulton gives you the low […]

Evaporative emissions systems are changing rapidly and can be difficult to diagnose without a good understanding of the changes. Since 2003, Chrysler has introduced two different systems; the Natural Vacuum […]

Instructor Mark DeKoster shows you the proper way to test analog wheel speed sensors. You’ll easily spot the bad sensor when you watch this tech tip from the AVI course […]

Sneak Preview of AVI’s Upcoming Course on the Ford Powerstroke In this tech tip, Tony Salas covers the fact that everything is now housed in the PCM. Tony will review […]

Dealing with hybrid batteries requires the proper safety procedures and test equipment. In this tech tip from the AVI program AP-9: Meter Usage and Electrical Circuit Testing, instructor Dave Hobbs […]

Auto service professionals should always check headlight performance while servicing a vehicle.Maintaining optimal lighting is both an important safety service for the customer and a profit opportunity for the service […]

Don’t touch the bulb glass – oil from your hands and other foreign substances on the glass will severely shorten bulb life. Isopropyl alcohol can be used to clean contaminants off […]

 There are over 500 different bulbs in use in cars on the road today

For drivers who want more Style from their headlights we offer:Philips CrystalVision ultra – with the bright white Xenon look

AVI will present “Who Killed Dr. Stoichiometric: The Trial”, a courtroom themed diagnostic training event, taking place at the 2016 AVI Conference alongside AAPEX in Las Vegas on November 1st. AVI Insider got an […]

Vision LEDs provide faster light-up time for increased safety:Standard incandescent stop lights take time to light up.Vision LED lights illuminate instantly – .25 seconds faster than incandescent bulbs. When you brake, […]

Fort Myers, Florida – AVI, an industry leader in providing comprehensive automotive training, has promoted Ron Bilyeu to Director of Training, effective immediately. Ron will be bringing cutting edge aftermarket training to the industry via onsite […]

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AVI will present “Who Killed Dr. Stoichiometric: The Trial”, a courtroom themed diagnostic training event, taking place at the AVI Conference in Las Vegas on November 1st. AVI is proud to introduce you […]

Fort Myers, Florida – AVI names key note speaker Giuliano Zuccato, to speak at the AVI Conference along-side AAPEX  on October 31, 2016 in Las Vegas, NV. Giuliano Zuccato was one of six clay design modelers […]

AVI INTRODUCES COURTROOM DIAGNOSTICS AT THE 2016 AVI CONFERENCE Fort Myers, Florida – AVI has scheduled the “Who Killed Dr. Stoichiometric?” training event at the AVI Conference in conjunction with […]

Robert Bosch, LLC is officially launching the 2D version of the Bosch Virtual Garage. The Bosch Virtual Garage was initially launched as a 3D version during the 2015 BoschXperience tour, using […]

Bulbs dim over time, it’s very important to always replace them in pairs!If bulbs are not replaced in pairs, the light output and color will be different on each side […]

Drivers and auto service professionals need to know that headlight bulbs dim over time.Small particles of the tungsten filament break away and deposit themselves onto the inside of the bulb, […]

When installing headlight bulbs, the bulb base or socket must be fully seated into the reflector before turning it to its final installed position. Some headlight bulbs can be locked in […]