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Ever wonder why there are different kinds of Torx bits, and if there's a reason for it? TechShop's Eric Garbe explains in this latest podcast.

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DTC P2422, an unusual cause and help from a Honda technical service bulletin.

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Were loose PCM connections the cause of trouble codes P00C6 and P228C?

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This TSB was released by General Motors, covering most of their large SUV’s and vans that have been produced from 2002 and up. The related DTCs that a technician may find are P0420 and P0430, Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold.

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A Technical Service Bulletin identifies an unusual cause for a common code.

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A simple solution for a common trouble code.

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An auto technician is going to use a wide variety of punches and chisels, as is any mechanic in most fields, but there are a lot of overlooked details that are good to know.