Management: Marketing Muffler Service Can Improve Bottom Line
Have muffler inspections become a low-priority undercar service in your shop? With the introduction of stainless-steel exhaust systems into the import market, it’s easy to forget that muffler and related exhaust parts sales are still a lucrative service that can enhance any profit and loss statement. Muffler replacements can be profitable at any skill or ….
Columbia River Knife & Tool Introduces the Multi-Use Guppie
The Guppie from Columbia River Knife and Tools (CRKT) serves as an adjustable wrench, knife, screwdriver, bottle opener, removable bit carrier and LED light. Features of the Guppie include ….
The Actron ABS BrakeScan is the Only Affordable Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Diagnostic Code Reader
The Actron ABS BrakeScan OBD II tool (Part # CP9449) reveals why the ABS warning light is on by instantly providing diagnostic trouble codes and definitions. This simple to use code reader plugs into the vehicle’s OBD II port and provides coverage for GM, Ford and Chrysler vehicles ….
Management: Unlocking Vehicle Key Codes for Independent Shops
There’s been some good news for the independent shops – the National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) announced in February that the Secure Data Release Model (SDRM), which allows properly vetted technicians and security professionals to access automotive key codes, immobilizer PINs and ….
PROFORM PARTS Introduces Valve Spring Pressure Tester
Maintaining correct valve spring pressures are critical for the life of your engine. Incorrect spring pressures can cause premature lifter and cam lobe failures, as well as bent pushrods and broken valve ….
Snap-on Diagnostics Adds Snap-on TV to Website
Snap-on Diagnostics announces it has added Snap-on TV to its website. This new feature consists of streaming video that is designed to give automotive technicians an overview of Snap-on Diagnostics’ hand-held tools, including SOLUS PRO and Vantage PRO. Visitors to the site can watch ….
So There is No Con-Fusion
came on the scene in 2006. The 2006 Ford Fusion shares a design platform with the Mercury Milan and the Lincoln Zephyr. In 2007, the Zephyr is replaced by the Lincoln MKZ. The Fusion comes with a choice of 4-cyl. and 6-cyl. powerplants. The four cylinder is a 2.3L 16-valve DOHC engine. It uses a
BMW Engine Repairs
Though six-cylinder, inline engines are not as popular today as they were just 25 years ago, their sound and layout still translates well into high performance, durability and smoothness. The six-cylinder M50 series was originally used in 5 series cars in the early 1990s, and is now the basis for the 3 and 5 series
Directions: Unlocking Vehicle Key Codes for Independent Shops
There’s been some good news for the independent shops – the National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) announced in February that the Secure Data Release Model (SDRM), which allows properly vetted technicians and security professionals to access automotive key codes, immobilizer PINs and other security-related information, has finally been released to the service repair industry.
Unlocking an Ignition Switch Repair
The ignition key cylinder on the Ford Focus is a common leak point, especially when the vehicle has racked up enough miles to get out of warranty. Over time, the tumblers wear out causing them to not completely retract resulting in a key cylinder that won’t turn. Of course, this is seldom without warning. Usually