Tech Tip: Pascal’s Law

March 8, 2016

Think you’re an expert on hydraulic principles? Did you know that by changing the size of the output piston from the input piston you can gain movement but lose force, […]

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Headlight replacement tips

Some of today’s vehicles need major disassembly for bulb replacement. Replacement may require removal of the headlamp to gain access to the bulbs, or removal of front fascia, belly pans, or […]

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Why bulbs fail

99.9% of early bulb failures in aftermarket applications are not the fault of the bulb itself. Failure can be due to several factors, including:Voltage surges in the vehicle that are larger […]

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AVI Announces Joint Training Effort with RepairPal

March 6, 2016

Automotive Video Innovations and RepairPal are announcing a joint effort to offer solutions for today’s service shop owner’s need for training and expanding their customer base! RepairPal independently certifies auto […]

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Quick Quiz: Intermittent Diagnostics

AVI and Instructor Bill Fulton have put together a top of-the-line video on intermittent failure diagnostics. Covering Import and Domestic models using scanners, multi-meters, jumper wires, and O-scopes. You’ll not […]

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Quick Quiz: Misfire Diagnostics

Some of the most frustrating codes for a technician to handle are the p 300s. Misfires are from fuel, ignition or compression related problems and different tools can isolate the […]

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AVI On Demand Host the 2016 Delphi Training Series

March 4, 2016

Fuel System Testing: A simple 4-Step process that works on code and no code drivability issues and can be performed with an inexpensive OBD II generic scan tool.

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ASA and You!

Fuel System Testing: A simple 4-Step process that works on code and no code drivability issues and can be performed with an inexpensive OBD II generic scan tool.

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Get It Out, Article

Get it Out the Door!

Get it Out the Door!   It’s coming….Friday is coming!   Friday brings a slight drop in the work load, anticipation of a weekend with time all to yourself (unless you […]

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Ford, High Times

High Times At Ford

What is all this talk about clean diesel? Is it the fuel? Is it the engine technology? Is it the aftertreatment technology? Is it the push for cleaner emissions? Yes, it’s all of the above. Clean diesel is a collaborative effort set forth by the EPA, carried out by OEMs, state and local governments, environmental and community organizations and the Federal government.

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Bosch, Bob Pattengale, AC Repair

Tech Tip: A/C Best Practices

Instructor Bob Pattengale of Bosch covers making sure you have the correct amount of refrigerant in the A/C system after a repair. He explains the importance of using a up to […]

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Hybrid AC, Electrical Compressors

Tech Tip: Hybrid HVAC- A/C Electric Compressor

Dave Hobbs shows how radical hybrid A/C can be. The electric A/C compressor runs on 3 phase at 201 to 220 volts ac power. Testing the current draw to the […]

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Refrigerant ID, Tech Tip

Tech Tip: Refrigerant Identification

You don’t want to contaminate your Recover, Recycle & Recharge Machine! MACS instructor Steve covers the use of the Neutronics Ultima ID refrigerant identifier and the importance of having the […]

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Tech Tip: The various ways on working with 4 wire coils on Toyota

In this tech tip Delphi instructor Dave Hobbs pulls in a late model Toyota Camry with a P0352 DTC with is a coil unplug issue. Dave shows you the major […]

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Tech Tip: ASE L1 EVAP Sneak Peak

How would you like to have a car like no one else on earth? Roswell? No it’s the ASE Composite 4 type Vehicle. Complete with natural vacuum leak detection for […]

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Tech Tip: Hybrid Misfire when changing oil?

P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304 Sound familiar, I thought so. For all shops who change oil& filter on Toyota Prius “CAUTION”. Besides all the other cautions on a Prius when […]

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Tech Tip: Hubba Bubba Bubble Flare

Ian Adamson and Scott “Gonzo” Weaver are going over matching brake lines. They explain why it so important to bring the product with you to the shop or dealership. Have […]

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Mahle

Tech Tip: Scan All Modules How Fast?

Ron explains how to separate yourself from other technicians as far as your diagnostics goes. He recommends doing an all system scan, also known as a health check. You can […]

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Tech Tip: La, La, Lambda

Did you know that air/fuel ratio is no longer a good indicator or rich or lean fuel? Let Karl Schneider of Robert Bosch, LLC explain why. These days you may […]

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Close Loop, LS-29

Tech Tip: Close Loop Boost Control

Ron covers the Wastegate Control Valve, Compressor Bypass Valve, and Wastegate Control Solenoid. Did you know your computer can look at engine temperature and go to the desired boost pressure? […]

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Who Killed Dr. Stoichiometric Promos

March 2, 2016

“Who Killed Dr. Stoichiometric: The Trial” Broadcast LIVE from the AVI Conference in Las Vegas, Tuesday November 1st @ 1:15 pm PST Technicians are invited to take part in this interactive […]

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LED Installation Requirements

March 1, 2016

LED lights have special installation requirements:Regular incandescent miniature bulbs can draw current in either direction – there are no ‘positive’ or ‘negative’ terminals. Incandescents will work regardless of which direction […]

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Philips X-tremeVision LED Fog Lights

Philips X-tremeVision LED Fog lights are a direct upgrade replacement for H8, H11, and H16 halogen fog bulbs. The bright white, 6000K high power LED fog lamps provide the perfect color […]

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Philips Vision LED

Vision LEDs fit the same base types as conventional bulbs, but use Philips LED technology to create light. 

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Philips Vision LED Lighting

We are a leader in automotive LED lighting for the aftermarket. Philips Vision LEDs let drivers take their lighting to the next level. Philips Vision LED lighting offers many advantages:Much longer […]

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LED Lighting

LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) are the most recent innovation in automative light sources.    A light-emitting diode (LED) is a two lead semi-conductor that emits light when the correct current is injected into the […]

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HiPerClick and HiPerVision Bulbs

HiPerClick and HiPerVision Bulbs are a unique Philips lighting innovation used for Daytime Running Lights, fog lamps and front & rear signal applications.HiPerClick and HiPerVision bulbs have unique, patented features […]

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Xenon HID

1991 brought  a major improvement in headlight output with the introduction of Xenon High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights, first introduced on the BMW 7 series.Today, Xenon HID headlights offer up […]

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Tungsten filament

The majority of cars on the road today use headlights, signaling lights, and interior lights that send electricity through a tungsten filament to create light.As the current flows through the […]

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Three Primary Types

Today, there are three primary types of lights used in automotive lighting: Tungsten Filament Xenon HID LED

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MotoVision

For motorcyclists and powersports enthusiasts we offer a unique headlight upgradePhilips MotoVision – with 40% more light on the road and a distinctive orange effect to allow Drivers to stand […]

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Safety

For drivers who want more Safety when driving at night, we offer three headlight upgrades:   Philips Vision  – up to 30% more light on the road Philips VisionPlus  – […]

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Our upgrade headlight range

The centerpiece of our aftermarket lighting line is our Philips upgrade headlight range.

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Aftermarket Overview

In addition to providing new OE lighting technologies, Philips is an automotive aftermarket leader focused on delivering customer satisfaction and aftermarket innovations.We offer complete lighting programs for both retail and […]

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Introduction / History

Philips has delivered vehicle lighting to auto manufacturers since 1914. Since our founding, we’ve continued to provide innovations in lighting technology to the automotive industry. Our innovations have included the introduction of […]

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