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TPMS Quick Tip: Air Chuck or Err Chuck?

See why the aluminum stem of the bolt-in style of a TPMS sensor makes it essential to use the correct air chuck.

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TPMS Quick Tip: Nissan TPMS Service Tips

The only trick to service Nissan TPMS systems is to buy the right tools.

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TPMS Quick Tip: Honda

An Unexpected Cause: A Honda service tip solves an unusual problem.

TPMS Quick Tip: Diagnostic Strategy

A well thought out plan provides a more efficient diagnosis.

Programming is a Flash with the Matco Tools MaximusFlash+

See how a local shop makes quick work of reprogramming.

TPMS Quick Tip: The Right Tool for the Job

When a customer states their TPMS light is on, the first thing you think of is your TPMS scan tool, and you’re blind without it. Regardless of the problem or the resulting repair, your scan tool comes into play before, after and during the repair. But, there are a few additional tools that can save you time, make the repair process a lot easier and ensure a high-quality repair.

The Humble Mechanic: Amazing Audio

Since I did some cool coding on my Volkswagen Touareg in the last issue, I wanted to try some more. I read about a coding change on the radio that’s supposed to make the audio sound amazing, similar to the Dynaudio package, so I wanted to test that.

TPMS Quick Tip: Radio Waves and Window Tint

The great tint debate; does metallic window tint affect TPMS radio wave signals resulting in a system malfunction?

The Humble Mechanic: Touareg Window Coding

We all like to see what cool stuff we can do with our scan tools, so let’s check out some coding changes that we can make to a Volkswagen Touareg.

Selling TPMS At The Front Counter

Kristen Criswell answers common questions that shops experience on a daily basis regarding TPMS.

TPMS Quick Tip: Explaining TPMS to Your Customers

Everyone should understand what TPMS is for, so it’s important that you’re able to explain the system to your customers.

Servicing R1234yf: Are You Ready?

“What was once a simple creature comfort for upscale motorists, air conditioning systems of today are true thermal management systems, providing not only comfort, but also essential cooling to battery packs and onboard computers in hybrid vehicles.”