Tech Tips

What is the primary cause of inverter/converter leaks? In this tech tip, John Forro shows you what to look for and how to fix these types of coolant leaks safely.

In this Tech Tip from LBT-396 F.R.E.D. Takes the Wheel, instructor Dave Hobbs covers what you need to know about vertical radar adjustment.

In this Tech Tip from LBT-396 F.R.E.D. Takes the Wheel, instructor Dave Hobbs covers what you need to know about back-up sensors.

In this Tech Tip from LBT-396 F.R.E.D. Takes the Wheel, instructor Dave Hobbs covers what you need to know about radar sensors.

In this Tech Tip from LBT-395 European Fuel Trim, instructor Jim Wilson covers the math involved with European fuel trim calculations.

In this Tech Tip from LBT-395, instructor Jim Wilson covers Fuel Trim Guidelines

From time to time, technicians know they will need a direct connection with a wire to get a proper voltage reading. But piercing a wire can cause it’s own problems. […]

Tech Tip: Waveform Sensor Simulator Presented by: Ron Bilyeu LBT-390 Ignition System Testing AVI instructor Ron Bilyeu delivers an updated course on ignition system testing using a labscope. Ron shows […]

Tech Tip: Component & Signature Testing Presented by: Ron Bilyeu LBT-390 Ignition System Testing AVI instructor Ron Bilyeu delivers an updated course on ignition system testing using a labscope. Ron […]

What are the expectations of today’s employees? They are looking for a boss who is approachable, honest, trustworthy, personable, and has a positive attitude. They also want someone who is organized, […]

Tech Tip: Honda VCM Variable Cylinder Management Presented by: Ron Bilyeu LBT-361 European & Asian Cylinder Management Like it or not, turning cylinders off and on for fuel economy is […]

Tech Tip: Mitsubishi & VW Presented by: Ron Bilyeu LBT-361 European & Asian Cylinder Management Like it or not, turning cylinders off and on for fuel economy is here to […]

  This Tech Tip is a lesson clip from LBT-362 Domestic Cylinder Management.  

  This Tech Tip is a lesson clip from LBT-362 Domestic Cylinder Management.  

  This Tech Tip is a lesson clip from LBT-362 Domestic Cylinder Management.  

  This Tech Tip is a lesson clip from LBT-380 Bosch Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) 3.0L V6 EcoDiesel.  

  This Tech Tip is a lesson clip from LBT-380 Bosch Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) 3.0L V6 EcoDiesel.  

  This Tech Tip is a lesson clip from LBT-380 Bosch Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) 3.0L V6 EcoDiesel.  

Instructor Tony Salas points out the general areas you need to know regarding diesel engine basics in preparation for ASE-T2 testing.

This tip from ASE-T5 Test Prep deals with the causes of air suspension issues, specifically deflation issues. Different air loss issues such all deflation, one side deflation and deflation when […]

In this tip from the ASE-T4 Test Prep course, instructor Jim Wilson several possible causes for pneumatic imbalance in diesel air braking systems. This video will become your check list […]

Bosch instructor Karl Schneider points out several key areas that can cause failure in high pressure fuel pumps. You’ll pick up some valuable “fuel for thought!”

How to Program Ford Keys To start reprogramming Ford Keys the technician needs to Initiate Prox Learning procedures through FDRS. Once you launch FDRS, the program needs to identify the […]

  What is an ADA System? Want to play a game? Between a Boeing 777, Mercedes S-Class, or a B-2 bomber. Which one has the least lines of code? The […]

Protect Your Email and Avoiding Phishing Scams “I don’t know this person, and I can’t identify this person.” Common sense dictates to ignore them or scrutinize this unidentified entity. However, […]

How far away are we from self-driving cars? So how close is humankind away from self-driving automotive vehicles? Innovators may be off for a few more decades, but this will […]

How to Avoid Social Engineering Scams One of the worlds worst optimistic views is the common belief that they can not be a victim of hacking, scams, etcetera. At this […]

Climate Control Diagnostic Process By Bob Pattengale Every Technician needs to have a diagnostic plan. The primary goal of the diagnostic plan is to prepare the Technician to solve the […]

Compressor Clutch Control Circuit From Bob Pattengale Looking at the graph the compressor clutch has a unique relay, it has a compressor control relay that operates in a variety of […]

PCM Modes of Operations by John Forro Avoiding Typical PCM Pitfalls? Well, the number one solution would be education. The more prepared you are on the subject the easier it […]

Fixing Lean Fuel Banks on a 2002 Chevy Avalanche By John Forro So here’s an excellent case study on bad fuel pumps! A 2002 Chevy Avalanche was towed in for […]

What’s Wrong with Non-OEM CATs? The Stoichiometric graph lists the poisonous gases in details. In this case, why did they come up with 14.71 air-fuel ratios as the store geometric […]

Diagnostic Procedure with ICE and GDI By John Forro The internal combustion engine has never had a clean design. This is why technology is moving away from ICE as fast […]

In this tech tip we cover the vehicle battery voltage during Re-flashing and why it is important to not let the voltage go below 11.5 Volts or above 16.0 Volts. […]

In this tech tip we cover the major considerations of Re-flashing. Are you serious about starting to Re-flash modules and do you have the right tools, service information as well […]