Underhood

Service Repair

DC-DC Converters. The Solid-State Alternator

Feb. 9, 2024
When modern hybrids came to market in 1998 (in Japan) the alternator could not be used due to “idle stop,” so a replacement was needed. Enter the DC-DC converter.
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Battery and Electrical

The right place at the right time

Dec. 11, 2023
If you're not using loaded/dynamic circuit-testing, you may cause a misdiagnosis.
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Fuel door release
Fuel door release
Fuel door release
Fuel door release
Fuel door release
Diagnostics and Drivability

Integrity is everything

Dec. 6, 2023
For automotive emissions control, it takes a team. In this case, the EVAP's contributions couldn't be counted on.
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Information key
Information key
Information key
Information key
Information key
Service Repair

The repair information system – A mandatory tool for success

Dec. 4, 2023
You shouldn’t even consider fixing one of today’s cars without the proper repair information. It could lead to undesirable results.
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Diagnostics and Drivability

The everlasting quest to solving Euro vehicle issues

Dec. 1, 2023
European vehicle faults can seem like an everlasting nightmare, but when you are equipped to handle them it's like money in the bank.
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Diagnostics and Drivability

Diesel driveability dilemmas

Oct. 10, 2023
A misfire is a misfire, regardless of what fuel is being utilized to power the engine.
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Jeep 'CJ Surge' concept vehicle
Jeep 'CJ Surge' concept vehicle
Jeep 'CJ Surge' concept vehicle
Jeep 'CJ Surge' concept vehicle
Jeep 'CJ Surge' concept vehicle
Service Repair

Paving the road for EV maintenance and general service

Oct. 4, 2023
Safety, training, certification, and tooling will be required to prepare technicians and shops for the transition to electric vehicles and other advanced technologies.
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Refrigerant gauges
Refrigerant gauges
Refrigerant gauges
Refrigerant gauges
Refrigerant gauges
Underhood

Developing a strong refrigerant management plan

Oct. 3, 2023
To ensure your shop is ready to capture current and expanding R-1234yf business, start by embracing the familiarity and advantages of this new-generation refrigerant.
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Dartboard bull's eye
Dartboard bull's eye
Dartboard bull's eye
Dartboard bull's eye
Dartboard bull's eye
Diagnostics and Drivability

Use ignition analysis to help diagnose mechanical faults

Sept. 4, 2023
So often, I hear the chants of many a technician stating, “Ignition analysis is dead.” On the contrary…I find it to be DEAD-ON!
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Industry News

CRP Automotive adds Rein coolant hoses for popular Tesla models

Sept. 1, 2023
Parts supplier expands offerings with 29 first-to-market hoses for Tesla EVs
2023 Professional Distributor Product Showcase: Underhood/Powertrain
2023 Professional Distributor Product Showcase: Underhood/Powertrain
2023 Professional Distributor Product Showcase: Underhood/Powertrain
2023 Professional Distributor Product Showcase: Underhood/Powertrain
2023 Professional Distributor Product Showcase: Underhood/Powertrain
Underhood

2023 Professional Distributor Product Showcase: Underhood/Powertrain

Aug. 17, 2023
Check out some of the underhood/powertrain tools featured in Professional Distributor's 2023 Product Showcase.
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Standard Motor Products' VVT Program continues growth
Standard Motor Products' VVT Program continues growth
Standard Motor Products' VVT Program continues growth
Standard Motor Products' VVT Program continues growth
Standard Motor Products' VVT Program continues growth
Aftermarket Technology

Standard Motor Products' VVT program continues growth

July 21, 2023
There are more than 550 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) part numbers for import and domestic vehicles in the program.
Figure 1- The EGR valve acts as a vacuum leak when opened to the exhaust stream. This leads to anticipation of a rapid pressure change as seen in through the input of the MAP sensor signal. A lack in rapid change likely reveals a restriction of the EGR ports.
Figure 1- The EGR valve acts as a vacuum leak when opened to the exhaust stream. This leads to anticipation of a rapid pressure change as seen in through the input of the MAP sensor signal. A lack in rapid change likely reveals a restriction of the EGR ports.
Figure 1- The EGR valve acts as a vacuum leak when opened to the exhaust stream. This leads to anticipation of a rapid pressure change as seen in through the input of the MAP sensor signal. A lack in rapid change likely reveals a restriction of the EGR ports.
Figure 1- The EGR valve acts as a vacuum leak when opened to the exhaust stream. This leads to anticipation of a rapid pressure change as seen in through the input of the MAP sensor signal. A lack in rapid change likely reveals a restriction of the EGR ports.
Figure 1- The EGR valve acts as a vacuum leak when opened to the exhaust stream. This leads to anticipation of a rapid pressure change as seen in through the input of the MAP sensor signal. A lack in rapid change likely reveals a restriction of the EGR ports.
Diagnostics and Drivability

Harness the power of organizing captured data

July 11, 2023
You can’t use the data used for your previous diagnostic successes if you can’t recall what you’ve named it or where you’ve stored it.
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German car technician
German car technician
German car technician
German car technician
Underhood

Do you 'speak Euro?'

July 11, 2023
Working with European models is like learning to speak a different language.