How can you tell if the immobilizer system in a Ford is malfunctioning and creating a no-start condition? In this tech tip instructor Dave Hobbs guides you through the steps […]

What happens if a key fob malfunctions? Instructor Dave Hobbs details the kinds of DTCs that will show up if a fob can’t communicate with the car, what PIDs are […]

What’s one way to confirm a cam-timing problem on a V-engine? Instructor Ron Bilyeu shows how to use fuel trim data to diagnose a timing issue on a V-engine with […]

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.

Bosch at the 2015 AAPEX Show   The world’s largest supplier of automotive components had some things lined up that provided those in attendance with a fantastic experience. Bosch has […]

THE 2015 SEMA SHOW  The automotive industry had its eyes locked in on the big annual conventions set for the scene of Las Vegas. SEMA was once again at the […]

Here Ron explains why it is important to check technical service bulletins in the first hour of diagnostics, and how doing this has helped him make the customers vehicle run […]

What’s one way to confirm a cam-timing problem on a V-engine? Instructor Ron Bilyeu shows how to use fuel trim data to diagnose a timing issue on a V-engine with […]

Cold Air Intake System is the most popular and simple modification. The main purpose of this modification system is to get more air into the engine. When you dynamically change […]

In this highly-requested course on performance tuning, Ron Bilyeu introduces you to the basics of performance tuning and what areas of the Program Readable Only Memory (P.R.O.M.) you need to […]

Selling Preventative Maintenance only increases car count for a little while. Increasing your loyal customer base is what really improves your car count!

Variable valve timing is one of the best examples of hi tech widely available to everyone. More power, better fuel mileage but what happens when a variable valve timing cam […]

Does a bad miss and a PO306 code on a 2006 Four Runner mean replacing the coil as a fix? Instructor Sergio Fernandez shows you the proper diagnostic procedures when […]

We Replaced All The Parts Every fleet mechanic’s job has tasks that are fairly repetitive and you learn them so well, you can almost accomplish them blindfolded. In today’s fleets, […]

Recently I was reviewing an article in AutoInc, involving a “picky customer” case history at a collision repair facility.  The question was what would you do if you had a […]

What is up with the automotive aftermarket industry?   It cannot be denied that people in the automotive aftermarket industry who have shifted their focus to online parts sales have […]

You ever wonder how DEF (Diesel Emission Fluid) actually works? In this tip clip your instructor Ryan Barr shows you how a mixture of 67.5% water and 32.5% urea chemically […]

Piezo, derived from the Greek piezein , which means to squeeze or press. The piezo stack expands with a tremendous amount of force, pressing the fuel out of the injector. […]

AVI is proud to announce that we will be adding T-Series ASE courses to our extensive training library. These ASE certifications will be granted to those who can demonstrate adequate […]

Introducing ASE F1 (alternative fuels) certification training to help earn your patch to service compressed natural gas vehicles. Don Plesner, a long-time instructor for the Lincoln Technical Institute, focuses on […]

When only one glow plug is not working properly, it can cause the system either to behave erratically or not start at all. Whether it is a single defective glow plug or a […]

Written by Tom Ham, these are the latest Shop Management Tips from the Automotive Management Network! Tip #187 – Slow down! Take a little extra time with every customer both in person […]

This is a hands-on demonstration of diagnosing a no-start condition in a 6.0-liter Power Stroke with hand-picked parameter IDs (PIDs). Ron identifies the sensors you should test when faced with a […]

In 2015, AVI as a whole has grown in our ability to educate the automotive industry through free, live technical courses to full course giveaways. With these programs AVI has […]

Start-Stop Technology growth worldwide prompts the increase in AGM battery production to meet rising automaker demand.   In the next 5 years it will be difficult to buy a new vehicle […]

BIG NEWS FOR HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLES Major players in the heavy-duty vehicle industry announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on September 15, 2015 regarding access to heavy-duty vehicle […]

Instructor Dave Hobbs say’s “ Always remember to consider and review PC requirements for each OE J2534 reprograming application that you intend to utilize. You may be able to flash […]

Delphi instructor Dave Hobbs guides you thru some of the pitfalls with J2534 reprograming. Some J2534 deliver the data so quickly certain older vehicles cannot take it and may lock up […]

Instructor Ron Bilyeu explains that by using a In-Cylinder Pressure Transducer Test you can view all four cycles, Intake, Compression, Power and Exhaust. So if you are not sure that […]

In this tech tip instructor Ron Bilyeu shows us by graphing the MAP sensor over time can help with your diagnostics. All drivability problems fall into one of these 3 […]

This course focuses on component and sensor testing for the Ford Power Stroke diesel family, including 6.0, 6.4, and 6.7 liter engines. Computer data expert Ron Bilyeu utilizes the Ford […]

This class covers everything from transmission identification and common diagnostics to specific behavioral tendencies in a large variety of vehicle makes and models. This course will help shine some light on various […]

In this Tech Tip, Peter Luban reviews some troubleshooting scenarios that are not covered in the widely popular 4L60E Series GM transmission. The code discussed is P0894; earlier model cars might have […]

On the side of the automatic transmission gear selector on some Fords with the 6F35 transmission, you may notice a button. This button controls what Ford calls Grade Assist, which […]