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Tech Feature: Handling Hybrid Service

Right now, the service opportunities lie mainly in the future as hybrids move out of warranty and into... More

Tech Feature: Acquiring Data on Scan Tools, Part II

Technical contributor Gary Goms discuss the importance of choosing the right scan tool, using scan tool... More

Tech Tip: Mercedes-Benz MIL On/DTC P2034 Stored in ECU

If you receive customer reports in the affected model vehicles of the "check engine" light being activated... More

Tech Tip: Volkswagen MIL On/DTC P1603 (18011) Stored

If DTC P1603 (18011) "Control unit faulty" is stored in the DTC memory on an affected vehicle, do not... More

ECMs Rarely Fail By Themselves

CARDONE offers technical advice on the causes of EMC failures. More

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Matco Tools Introduces a New 1/4" Composite Air Ratchet

Matco's new 1/4" Composite Air Ratchet, the MT1824, features 35 ft-lb max torque and 300 rpm free speed... More

Makita's New Drywall Screwdriver Lineup Delivers Speed, Power and Ergonomics

Three new models built for all framing and hanging applications. More

Snap-on Tool of the Month: ETHOS Handheld Diagnostic Tool

ETHOS provides VIN-specific coverage for vehicles back to 1983, and takes technicians through nine modes... More

Get 40% More Power with the Inductor U-555 from Induction Innovations

Faster and safer than a torch, it instantly heats and removes seized nuts, bearings, pulleys and other... More

CHANNELLOCK Introduces 6.5" V-Jaw Tongue and Groove Plier

CHANNELLOCK now offers superior quality and performance in a pocket-sized package. More

  
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Tech Feature: Diagnosing and Repairing Cooling System Leaks on Hyundai Models

Cooling system problems will present themselves in a variety of ways, and it's important that your service... More

Subaru: Coolant Comes Out of Reservoir

If you encounter a vehicle that experiences coolant coming out of the coolant reservoir tank, it may... More

Tech Tip: Sorento Coolant Reservoir Replacement

Some Sorento vehicles may overheat due to small cracks found on the bottom of the coolant reservoir as... More

Tech Tip: Saturn's Slight Loss of Coolant/No External Leaks Evident

Some customers may comment that the low coolant light is coming on and/or the coolant level is low with... More

Tech Feature: Servicing Ford's 3.0L Engine

The 3.0L Duratec V6 was introduced in 1996 to replace the aging 3.8L V6 in the Ford Taurus and Mercury... More

 
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