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 […]
Tech Tip: Fuel Trims Confirmation of a VCT Problem
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 […]
Online Sale of Auto-parts: Breaking Records and Barriers
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. […]
Coming Soon: ASE T-Series (Medium and Heavy-Duty Applications)
March 12, 2015
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 […]
Tech Tip: Glow Plug Testing on a Ford 6.0 Power Stroke
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 […]
Management Tips from the Automotive Management Network
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 […]
Tech Tip: Crank/No Start on a Ford 6.0 Power Stroke
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 […]
Tech Tip: Quirks And Issues With Windows OS Compatibility
March 1, 2015
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 […]
Tech Tip: Quirks And Issues With J2534 Reprograming
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 […]
New Course: Ford Power Stroke Sensors and Monitors
February 20, 2015
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 […]
In this Tech Tip, Dave Hobbs reviews TSB# 08-08-46-004A relating to telematic systems. This TSB addresses aftermarket telematic systems generally used in the insurance industry to monitor driving habits such […]
In this Tech Tip on telematic systems, Dave Hobbs addresses a customer complaint surrounding voice recognition. You might think that all the computer software and networking would make this diagnosis […]
Bartec USA will be attending the largest trade show and training event for the automotive aftermarket industry, the 2015 Automechanika Chicago trade show, April 24-26. This is great news for […]
This LiveStream covers Ford EcoBoost engines – high output, low displacement, turbo charged and direct injection engines. Performance tuning and diagnostic expert Ron Bilyeu dives into trouble shoot bulletins, diagnostics […]
This course came highly requested because of the sudden mass utilization of turbo charging systems in new vehicles. EPA regulations and Mile-Per-Gallon wars have influenced manufacturers to turn to smaller […]
