Audi Brake Pad Wear Sensors
The critical concept to understand with these sensors is electrical resistance, noting that the highest-level is air.
Jaguar V8 Engine Service for 4.0 and 4.2-Liter Types
Make sure you have the vehicle identification number ready when ordering parts.
Audi Stop/Start Systems
Stop/start systems are here to stay. As much as some people complain about them, others really don’t mind them, and even like the improvement in fuel economy. Audi first equipped some models with stop/start systems as a standard feature in 2013. Just by looking at the starter, alternator or transmission, it is difficult to determine
BMW Module Encoding And Programming
In some cases, a missed detail can turn an expensive module into an expensive brick.
Understanding Today’s Oil Filters (VIDEO)
Conventional filter media is unlikely to do well on today’s higher performing vehicles. Sponsored by Purolator.
Reprogramming Today’s Transmission Control Modules
It’s understandable to have a lot of questions and fears about reprogramming.
Our Image Problem
If you search the term “mechanic” you get an interesting idea on how different cultures value repair professionals.
BMW Driveshaft Q&A
Here are the top questions technicians ask about BMW driveshafts.
Servicing Wheel Bearing Seals
If the seal must be installed over a rough part of a shaft, wrap masking tape around the rough areas to prevent seal damage.
Axle Nut Torque Specifications (VIDEO)
One torque specification for axle nut torque is impossible. This video is sponsored by BCA Bearings by NTN.
Hydraulic Power Steering Service Opportunities
Hydraulic power steering is still the choice for some platforms and applications both new and old.
Constant Velocity Transmission Maintenance Procedures
A CVT transmission requires more or the same frequency of fluid and filter changes as a conventional automatic transmission.
