Tenneco Emissions Control Workshop Brings Profitable Repair Strategies to Technicians
Tenneco’s popular Walker Emissions Control Diagnostics Workshop now features an even heavier emphasis on diagnostic emissions control strategies and diagnosing drivability repair issues. Tenneco has partnered with Automotive Training Group (ATG) to bring this unique training experience to professional technicians at more than 40 locations across North America during 2012.
Free New Wells Vehicle Electronics Video Covers Toyota EVAP Diagnostics
The step-by-step diagnosis and repair of EVAP system issues on a 1999 Toyota Camry LE model is now covered in a free troubleshooting video available from Wells Vehicle Electronics. The company’s Technical Services team produced the video using a Camry LE model that had failed an emissions test as a result of a PO446 code, which indicates that a leak was detected while activating the vacuum switch valve (VSV) during an EVAP monitor test.
AVI Offers ‘MACS A/C Quick Hits’ Class
Help your customers keep their cool with the latest in A/C service in the newly released “MACS A/C Quick Hits” class from Automotive Video! Since A/C systems are constantly being updated with new technology and service procedures, MACS instructor Paul DeGuiseppi goes in-depth to show you the latest techniques so you can quickly diagnose A/C repairs.
AVI OnDemand: Intermittent Diagnostics Now Available
Most technicians rely on their personal scan tools, but not all scan tools can be reliable in all situations. What happens when a customer comes in and you pull out your handy scan tool or multimeter and NO CODES are present? What do you do? Find all all the answers and more in Bill Fulton’s Intermittent Pattern Failure class on AVI OnDemand.
Chief University Releases 2012 Training Schedule
Chief University, the trusted training arm of Chief Automotive Technologies, announces its 2012 schedule of hands-on training courses for collision repair technicians, estimators and appraisers.
New Video Features Electronic Specialties’ Newest Tool, The Short Buddy
The short video is an introductory film on the features, benefits and applications of The Short Buddy from ESI.
AVI Offers Base Engine Analysis Class
Some of the most difficult problems to diagnose are engine problems, but with Automotive Video’s newly released “Base Engine Analysis” class with Dave Scaler, you can perform misfire diagnostics faster, more efficiently and without engine disassembly.
AVI and Babcox Sponsor Free Management Webinar
On Thursday, March 8, AVI and Babcox are joining forces with Bob Cooper of Elite Worldwide to offer a webinar, “Creating Team Spirit in Your Auto Repair Shop!” which will cover employee management, and more specifically, internal communication and how to manage the relationships between advisors and technicians. Use the special coupon code to enroll in the $29.95 webinar at no charge!
Federal-Mogul Technical Education Center Announces Extensive Schedule of Training Workshops, Webinars
The Federal-Mogul Technical Education Center (TEC) in St. Louis this year is offering more than 40 in-depth, hands-on training workshops and 20 free online webinar sessions covering a variety of undercar, underhood and engine repair topics.
ASE Offers Update on Certification for Auto Professionals
No more written exams. That was one update on the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) given by Tony Molla, vice president of communications for ASE, at the Collision Industry Conference held Jan. 12-13 in Palm Springs, CA.
AVI OnDemand Weekend Deals
If you want GREAT deals on training that will save you TIME and MONEY you need to take advantage of the awesome weekend specials from AVI OnDemand! Choose from four great technical training programs with online video, manuals and quizzes.
Federated Member Hovis Auto & Truck Supply Opens New Technical Training Facility
Federated member Hovis Auto & Truck Supply has opened its new Hovis Technical Training Center located in Mercer, PA. The 10,000 square-foot hands-on training facility is equipped with the most advanced tools and equipment and is dedicated to instructing professional service technicians about time-saving and problem-solving techniques, according to Hovis.