Tech Tip: Diesel Bi-Directional Control Tips August 23, 2017 in Tech Tips 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 diagnostics. Additonal Comments or questions This iframe contains the logic required to handle Ajax powered Gravity Forms. Join our mailing list! Related Course: Introduction […] Continue Reading...
Tech Tip: After the Flash – To-Do List August 17, 2017 in Tech Tips 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 reprogramming procedure. Additonal Comments or questions This iframe contains the logic required to handle Ajax powered Gravity Forms. Join our mailing list! Related Course: […] Continue Reading...
Tech Tip: Hands On – Hybrid No Start Issues August 10, 2017 in Tech Tips 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 sensor voltage. Additonal Comments or questions This iframe contains the logic required to handle Ajax powered Gravity Forms. Join our mailing list! Related Course: […] Continue Reading...
Tech Tip: Oil Changes – Who Cares? August 3, 2017 in Tech Tips 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 of tasks, turning it into a key hydraulic fluid, and keeping it fresh is more important than ever before. Additonal Comments or questions This […] Continue Reading...
Tech Tip: Using Amp Probes for Better Diagnostics July 20, 2017 in Tech Tips 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 diagnostics data, especially when analyzing primary ignition issues. Additonal Comments or questions This iframe contains the logic required to handle Ajax powered Gravity Forms. […] Continue Reading...
Tech Tip: Cellphone Distress July 11, 2017 in Tech Tips 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 find no TPMS codes, in this tech tip from the AVI program: LS-53 Fundamentals Of TPMS. Additonal Comments or questions This iframe contains the […] Continue Reading...
Tech Tip: A/C Systems – New Contaminant Issues June 22, 2017 in Tech Tips 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 IHX A/C systems. Join our mailing list! Continue Reading...
Tech Tip: Forced Induction – Spark Plug Gap June 15, 2017 in Tech Tips 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, instructor Ron Bilyeu reminds you about a few things regarding spark. Join our mailing list! Continue Reading...
Tech Tip: Toyota Reprogramming Strategies June 8, 2017 in Tech Tips In this tech tip, a quick walk through of the Toyota Immobilizer System is featured. Instructor Bob Augustine covers a wide variety of domestic and import programming and flashing procedures in this comprehensive package produced by AVI in conjunction with Bob Augustine of Christian Brothers Automotive. Over 5 hours of training are included in this […] Continue Reading...
Tech Tip: Hybrid Battery Safety Tips June 1, 2017 in Tech Tips 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 reminds you to take high voltage battery testing very, very seriously. Join our mailing list! Continue Reading...
Tech Tip: TPMS Liabilities May 25, 2017 in Tech Tips 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 legal requirements when it come to TPMS service repairs. Join our mailing list! Continue Reading...
Tech Tip – A/C Mildew Odors: Afterblow Solutions May 17, 2017 in Tech Tips 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 this important Tech Tip from the AVI course LBT-271: Deceptive Diagnostics. Join our mailing list! Continue Reading...
Tech Tip: Injectors Flow Rate vs Color Coding May 4, 2017 in Tech Tips 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 diagnostic starting point regarding different fuel delivery issues. Join our mailing list! Continue Reading...
Tech Tip: ABS Info – Wheel Sensors May 3, 2017 in Tech Tips 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 “LS-34 ABS – Enhanced Stability Systems, Operation, Analysis, and Repair” Join our mailing list! Continue Reading...
Tech Tip: Ford 6.0 Power Stroke – EGR Carbon Issues April 27, 2017 in Tech Tips 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 Powerstroke Enhanced Diagnostics. Join our mailing list! Continue Reading...