Actron IR Thermometer Pro Provides Temperature Verification for Industrial, Commercial Applications
Actron introduces the IR Thermometer PRO (Product Number CP7876) diagnostic tool. This non-contact temperature reader safely measures surface temperatures of hot, hazardous or hard-to-reach objects.
Bosch Service Centers Can Now Offer Consumer Credit Card with Six Months Deferred Interest
Bosch has introduced an innovative new program for Bosch Service Centers and their customers in the United States. Bosch Service centers can now offer consumers the Bosch Service credit card, which comes with the benefit of six months deferred interest on qualifying transactions.
Borescopes and Videoscopes – Coming to Our Senses
As a professional technician, you have to rely on at least four, if not all five, of your senses to diagnose and repair vehicles. (For those of you who use taste to fix cars, more power to you! And cheers for admitting it!) Today we are going to talk about tools and equipment that can assist these senses. There are some really exciting and interesting tools available for the inspection and diagnosis of vehicles. Below you will find some details about these great tools and suggestions on how they can be used as well as what to look for when buying the tools.
TECH TIP: CHRYSLER: ESP Lamp On Possible DTC C121A/C2205
The vehicle operator may experience an illumination of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) lamp on the vehicle instrument cluster. The ESP lamp illumination may be due to the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
Bartec Introduces the Tech400SD TPMS Tool
Bartec announces the latest innovation in combination-type TPMS tools, the Tech400SD. Improving on the widely used TPMS diagnostic and programming tool, the Tech400+, Bartec added features and functionality to help tire shops and repair facilities build their success in TPMS.
Brake Job: Dodge Magnum/Challenger/Charger
The 2005-current Chrysler rear-wheel-drive LX-Platform. The LX platform includes the 300, Magnum and Charger. In 2008, the platform was shortened for use in the LC-platform that was used in the Challenger platform. All have rear disc brakes with the parking/emergency brake mounted in the hat of the rear rotor.
Snap-on Introduces SOLUS Ultra Full-Function Scan Tool
Who says complex diagnostics need to be complex? SOLUS Ultra (EESC318) from Snap-on is a new full-function, OEM-specific scan tool that allows professional service technicians to quickly identify the problem and get to the repair.
New OTC Genisys EVO Features Most Comprehensive European Software Release
Featuring expanded global vehicle coverage and a host of new special tests, the new OTC Genisys EVO 2010 European Software Update Kits (P/N 3421-128; P/N 3421-129) offer technicians a significant improvement on model years covered by supported manufacturers, and enhanced actuation and adjustment capabilities.
Equipment and Tool Institute Announces 2011-’12 Officers and Directors, New Social Media Presence
The Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI) has announced its new 2011-’12 officers and board members on their election to office beginning June 1, 2011: Officers (one-year term): President – Alan Tecmire (ETAS); Vice President, Programs – Dan Brass (SPX); Vice President, Marketing – Ben Johnson (ALLDATA); Secretary/Treasurer – Neil Davis (Snap-on Diagnostics); Immediate Past President
Tool Tip: Prepare to Repair: The Importance of Equipment Maintenance
Situation A commercial vehicle — a 1996 Chevrolet 3500 van — was recently brought in for service with the customer complaining of low fuel pressure. The vehicle had recently had its fuel module and fuel pressure regulator replaced, due to a low fuel pressure concern and the vehicle was still experiencing the same issue. Procedure