Tech Tips

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Up In Smoke: Evap Updates and Procedures?

July 16, 2014

Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) related to evaporative emissions systems are among the 10 most-frequently encountered codes in the service bay and can be some of the most difficult to diagnose. […]

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TPMS, Band Sensor, LBT-277

TPMS Case Study: 2008 Ford Focus

July 15, 2014

In this case study Tech Tip, taken directly from Karl Schneider’s course: Making Money Servicing TPMS, Karl evaluates a case study on a 2008 Ford Focus. The customer had recently […]

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TPMS, Sensor, LBT-277

TPMS Tech Tip: Sensor Frequency

Sensor Frequency: In this Tech Tip, taken directly from Karl Schneider’s course: Making Money Servicing TPMS, Karl explains sensor frequency. Radio frequency type and identification is an important part of […]

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Meter, Million Dollar Giveaway

Tech Tip: Series and Parallel Circuits

June 25, 2014

This tip clip is taken from the FREE million dollar training give away course on electrical and electronic systems. If you like this clip, watch the entire course for FREE. […]

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Meter Test, Connection

Tech Tip: Connecting the Meter to the Circuit

This tip clip is taken from the FREE million dollar training give away course on electrical and electronic systems. If you like this clip, watch the entire course for FREE. […]

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Tech Tip: Saving Your 6.0 Powerstroke – How to Extend Injector Life

June 11, 2014

In this Tip Clip, Taken directly from Ron Bilyeu’s Saving Your Powerstroke Course, Ron discusses various ways raise the oil pressure in the 6.0 in order to greatly extend the […]

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Tech Tip: Saving Your 6.0 Powerstroke – Delta Force Tuning

With all the inherent problems with the 6.0 powerstroke, you might be a little apprehensive to even think about performance modifications. But the powerstroke fails with stock parts, so why […]

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Tech Tip: Battery and Charging system testing using the MDX-650P

May 29, 2014

In this clip, taken directly from Midtronic’s live streaming In-Vehicle Battery/Starter/Alternator Diagnostics class, Dan Cox shows you what tools are most helpful when testing different battery types and how to use the […]

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Tech Tip: The History and Future of Batteries

In this clip, taken directly from Midtronic’s live streaming In-Vehicle Battery/Starter/Alternator Diagnostics class, Dan Cox reviews the different battery type, the history of batteries and the difference in energy densities between different […]

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Hybrid A/C Compressor Fuse Tech Tip

May 28, 2014

In this tip clip, Instructor Dave Hobbs talks about the Hybrid A/C compressor fuse on a Gen 3 Toyota Prius. He provides some hands-on info about how and where to find the fuse. He discusses safety and techniques for properly testing the DC current air conditioning fuse to the DC mini inverter compressor used in late model Toyota and Lexus.

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TPMS, Tech Tip, Tires, Tire Pressure

TPMS Basics – Technical Video

May 7, 2014

In this clip, taken directly from Bartec’s live streaming TPMS class, Mike Rose goes over the basic functions, components and laws surrounding TPMS sensors. Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems are now […]

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TPMS, Service

The First Step to Practical TPMS Service -Technical Video

In this clip, taken directly from Bartec’s live streaming TPMS class, Mike Rose goes over the first step to successful TPMS servicing: investing in the right tools. Tire Pressure Monitoring […]

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Sealant ID, LBT-272, LBT272, AC

Sealant Identification Tip Clip

April 23, 2014

Steve Schaeber of MACS shows you how to properly identify sealant in any A/C system. Steve uses a Neutronics tester kit, shows you exactly what comes in the kit, how […]

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AC Temperature Testing

Temperature Testing Tools

Steve with MACS runs through the various tools used for temperature testing procedures, explains how they’re used and demonstrates how accurate they are when compared to a non-contact thermometer. 

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Determining Misfires Using the Rear Oxygen Sensor

April 9, 2014

In any shop, understanding how to properly diagnose is essential. In this tip clip, Ron explains how to determine the source of a misfire with any vehicle equipped with a […]

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High Pressure Fuel Pump Installation Tip

Important tips for replacing a high pressure fuel pump in a GDI system. These tips not only ensure proper pump function but will also help you avoid a catastrophic failure […]

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High Pressure Fuel Pump Function Tip Clip

March 18, 2014

In this clip, taken directly from Robert Bosch, LLC’s live streaming TPMS class, Bob Pattengale explains how the high pressure fuel pump on the first generation Sprinter function and the […]

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First Generation Sprinter Tip Clip

In this clip, taken directly from Robert Bosch, LLC’s live streaming TPMS class, Bob Pattengale goes into some detail about the first generation Sprinter.

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Tech Tip: ZF6HP Jaguar- Shift complaints caused by EMI

January 12, 2014

Shift problems can arise from the most unlikely, unsuspected issues. In this case a Jaguar spends months in transmission shops only to discover that this erratic behavior is being caused by Electro Magnetic Interference (EMI).

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Tip Clip: 5R55S Lincoln – Erratic Transmission Operation

This tip clip focuses on a very common harsh shift and engagement problem on 2003-’04 Lincoln LS and Aviators caused by extremely high line pressure.

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Deceptive Diagnostics: Information Services Tip Clip

December 19, 2013

In this teaser clip taken from Dave Hobb’s eye opening class on deceptive diagnostics.

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Brake Systems Technology: Scan Tool Diagnostics Tip Clip

December 12, 2013

In this quick clip, Dave goes over a case study that had everyone stumped.

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Deceptive Diagnostics: 2010 Chevy Aveo Tip Clip

November 26, 2013

In this quick clip, Dave goes over a case study that had everyone stumped.

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Deceptive Diagnostics

AVI and Dave Hobbs brings you a new course that will helps you work through tricky diagnostics, Deceptive Diagnostics. There are not many things more frustrating than running a scan […]

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Parasitic Current Draw: AMP Clamp Tech Tip

October 30, 2013

What happens if you do not complete a relearn procedure?

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Parasitic Current Draw: Electrical Review Tech Tip

What happens if you do not complete a relearn procedure?

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Schematics Interpretation Tip Clip: Terminal Fretting Corrosion

October 17, 2013

What happens if you do not complete a relearn procedure?

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Schematics Interpretation Tip Clip: Mazda Headlight Circuit

October 16, 2013

What happens if you do not complete a relearn procedure?

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A/C Update: Are Your Techs Over Charging?

April 18, 2013

Benefits of Using J2788 Standard Refrigerant Machines.

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SAE J2534

SAE J2534: More than Just Reflashing

How many lines of code are in a modern vehicle? Watch as Bob Pattengale discusses how OEM code warriors are working day and night to improve vehicle firmware.

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Tech Feature: Scan Tool Diagnostics

March 25, 2013

What is P2 Enhanced information and Mode $6 Data? Using your scan tool to get more information from the driver’s seat.

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Tip Clip: TPMS Diagnostic Strategies

What happens if you do not complete a relearn procedure?

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Cummins Tech Tip: Drivability check

February 20, 2013

In this tip clip Tony Salas talks about a drivability check and shows you a classic example and what you may see occur when looking at the problem.

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Cummins Tech Tip: Resetting ‘Change Oil’ lights

In this tip clip Tony Salas talks about the change oil soon message that appears on the dash. He shows you how to take reset the message so it is no longer displayed.

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2 UART & Class 2 Bus Configurations

January 17, 2013

In this tip clip Bob Augustine discusses the similarities and differences of several UART bus configurations and explores some diagnostic strategies for each of them.

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