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Be Prepared for Failing Wheel Sensors
Over the past couple of months, it has come to my attention that auto repair professionals are seeing a rise in the failure rate of the wheel sensors that supply the signal to Tire Pressure Management Systems (TPMS). Most of these failures are due to dead batteries, as each of the four sensors has a non-replaceable battery built into them.
Top 5 Tools: Doug Carter, Goodyear Auto Service
Doug Carter, Store Manager Goodyear Auto Service #2639 Union City, TN OTC’s TPMS Scan Tool (model 3833) — Because we do so many TPMS cars. Snap-on SOLUS Pro Engine Code Scanner — It is very easy to use. Myers Tools’ Torque Wrench — It makes our job secure. Ingersoll Rand 1/2” Impact Wrench — We
Equipment and Tool Institute Launches Hybrid and Battery Service Market Research Study
In an effort to assist our members in bringing new and improved equipment and tools to the marketplace, The Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI) has launched a series of Market Research Projects. The current survey covers numerous Hybrid Vehicle and Battery Service topics. ETI is surveying automotive repair facilities in an effort to find
Alignment Specs: 2010-2012 Buick LaCrosse
The second-generation Buick LaCrosse is built upon the mid-size Epsilon II platform. The Epsilon II platform will be the bread-and-butter of GM’s mid-size product strategy with revamped Malibu, Impala and Cadillac XTS models being launched soon. The chassis of the LaCrosse sets the bar high in terms of alignment service.
‘Instant Scanification’ Guaranteed with the New OTC Genisys System 5.0
OTC’s ‘Instant Scanification’ campaign kicks off with enhanced capabilities added to OTC’s Genisys System 5.0 platform. According to the company, professional technicians will experience an advanced level of clarity and diagnostic confidence to solve and repair today’s most technically challenging vehicles.
COATS Introduces X-Series Model 70X Leverless Rim Clamp Tire Changer and EL-X Inflation System
Hennessy Industries has released the COATS Model 70X Leverless Tire Changer, the newest addition to its popular X-series line of tire changers. In addition to the release of the 70X Leverless, Hennessy introduced the COATS EL-X Express Lane Inflation System as an optional feature for all COATS Rim Clamp tire changers.
The Equipment and Tool Institute Launches an Important A/C Market Research Study
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Alignment & Suspension Specs: 2007-2011 Toyota Camry
In 2007, Toyota introduced a new Camry that was larger. But, under the new sheet metal was the same suspension design that was on the previous model. The suspension on the Camry is nothing special and has no real quirks. The only shocker is that the front caster is non-adjustable and there are no special kits or tools to alter the caster angle.
Bartec Announces TIA ATS Training Voucher
TIA is taking its Automotive Tire Service (ATS) Certification Course on the road in 2012. Throughout the coming year, in 28 cities across the country, those who successfully complete the 4-day class will be certified as Advanced ATS Instructors and will be able to take this critically important tire service knowledge back to their place of business.