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This group was created for professional technicians to help troubleshoot complicated automotive repair problems that are encountered in the shop.

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    • Cooling System Basics

    • Ross Hayner gives a quick overview of how modern cooling system components challenge the chemistry of a vehicle's cooling system.  Some quick tests to determine if the coolant should be replaced. AutoNetTV.com

    • How2: Transfer efficiency of spray guns

    •   Ohio Technical College (OTC) collision repair instructor John Dragan, who is I-CAR trained and ASE-certified, explains the transfer efficiency of spray guns.

    • GAAS 2013 Repair Shop Owner Panelists

    • GAAS 2013 will be held May 21-22 at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare near Chicago. You want to miss this great networking event and the many speakers and panelists scheduled. Complete registration information is available at www.globalsymposium.org. One of the featured panel presentations is "What Shops Really Need." In this video segment, the three panelists who are scheduled to appear, Bob Shanahan, John Vallely and Dave Walter talk about what they expect from suppliers.

    • Delphi CV Compressor

    • Delphi shares this clip on their variable displacement design.

    • Proper spray gun techniques

    • Ohio Technical College (OTC) collision repair instructor John Dragan, who is I-CAR trained and ASE-certified, demonstrates proper holding techniques of paint guns.

    • What A Difference Fresh Makes!

    • Most suspension parts manufacturers recommend replacing shocks and struts every 50,000 miles or so. Why? The internal valving, which is nothing more than thin spring material, has moved several millions times and is not as responsive as it used to be. It may not be leaking but it is not as responsive as it used to be. This loss of response impacts handling, roll control and braking ability as techs who test drove Monroe-equipped cars found out at this year's Vision Hi-Tech training event.

    • Working with aluminum

    • Ohio Technical College (OTC) collision repair instructor John Dragan, who is I-CAR trained and ASE-certified, demonstrates and explains how to work with aluminum.  Dragan reviews differences between working with steel and aluminum parts, including the need to have separate tools to avoid any cross-contamination from using one set of tools on both materials. Dragan and his students demonstrate how to take creases and dents out of aluminum using the hammer off dolly technique. He also discusses appropriate sandpaper choices.

    • MACS 2013: Ward Atkinson interview

    • Ward Atkinson is the chairman of the SAE Interior Climate Controls committee. That's the committee that makes up the SAE guidelines used by the OEMs, the aftermarket and even governmental agencies involved in the regulation of motor vehicle cooling and air conditioning systems. Every year, as part of the Mobile Air Conditioning Society's tradeshow and convention, Ward shares insights into the challenges facing this particular part of our industry. This year, it's the status of HFO1234yf and the increasingly complex technology and science of keeping cabin occupants comfortable.

    • AllData Market

    • Own a shop? involved in reaching your customers via the social scene? Many companies are offering their expertise in integrating your current marketing with online outreaches. Here's an overview of AllData's.

    • What's A Tune-up? (The Trainer: February 2013)

    •   In the days of points ignition systems and carbureted engines, mechanical adjustments had to be made every 15,000 miles in order to insure peak performance. With the introduction of computer engine management systems, fuel injection and electronic ignitions of varying designs, the need for periodic mechanical corrections has been all but eliminated.   The need for routine maintenance, however, is as critical today as it has always been!   Modern engines run on extremely tight tolerances. For example, the piston-cylinder clearance on a 2010 Kia Forte 2.0 is 0.0005” to 0.0013”. That’s 5 to 13 ten thousands of an inch! Compare that to a 20-year-old Toyota four banger that allowed a sloppy 0.024” to 0.031” clearance between the piston and cylinder wall. Now consider what will happen to that Kia’s piston fit if engine oil isn’t changed as it should be, or air filters are allowed to pass dirt and other contaminants into the combustion chamber. How do you think that affects the engine’s longevity and performance?   These tighter tolerances aren’t just in the major engine components either. Control module strategies have gotten more precise, and pass/fail thresholds aren’t as forgiving as they used to be. All necessary to improve efficiency, gain ground in fuel economy and still produce the power we all want to experience when we step on the pedal. Fuel injectors get dirty, intake tracts carbon up, spark plugs wear…just not all at the same time or the same rate!   Let’s not forget the rest of the car, either. Performance is a package deal. The other systems on the car (suspension, steering, braking, etc.) need to be routinely checked and corrected to insure that the total package functions as the OE designers intended.   In this edition of the Motor Age series, “The Trainer”, we’ll take a look at the elements that make up routine maintenance and how to educate your customer to the importance of taking care of the one of the most expensive assets they own.

    • MotoLogic Tour

    • In this edition of In The Workshop, MotoLogic's Don Avellino takes us on a tour of this online service information system. Some content may not appear as clear as they do in real life due to the recording format used. For more information, or to try it out for free, visit the MotoLogic website.

    • Skype-ing With MACS

    • Watch this Skype interview with Paul DeGuiseppi, manager of service training for the Mobile Air Conditioning Society Worldwide. We talk about the upcoming MACS convention and trade show, taking place February 7-9 in Orlando, Florida. Featured are an all-day trade show, lots of technical training covering everything from passenger cars to HD rigs, Ward Atkinson's annual "State of the Industry" presentation (promising some interesting announcements), appearances by "Big Daddy" Don Garlits and a keynote address by NASCAR's Kenny Wallace. The Orlando location makes this event an ideal family adventure, with lots for the kids to see and do while you get the training you need!

    • Automotive Digital Menu Board

    • Most of us are familiar with digital menu boards at restaurants and such, but may not know what to expect of an automotive specific application.  Check out this short sample of AutoNetTV's Digital Menu Board. Note the various templates or layouts.  The pricing is customizable.  Also note the various images, videos and 3D animations that play in various panels in the templates.  What plays in these content windows is selected by the service center.  Promotional assets can also be customized. For more info, check out this webpage or give us a call at 877-642-3555.

    • Corrosion protection principles

    • John Dragan, an Ohio Technical College I-CAR trained and ASE-certified collision repair instructor, discusses corrosion protection. Rust is caused by bare metal, air and moisture. He explains how to protect the metal from rust by applying the primer on the backside of the panel and on the inside of the panel. Dragan explains the importance of cleaning the metal before welding, and how to treat the metal after welding. He also explains the two types of corrosion protection, undercoating and rustproofing, and the differences between them.

    • Power Window Troubleshooting; The Trainer, December 2012

    •   Imagine the convenience! Just push a button and the window goes down all by itself. This luxury item used to be reserved for only high-line cars many years ago but is now the standard. For years, the window switch had a direct path to the window motor and when the system didn’t work, troubleshooting was usually pretty straight forward. Today, though, that window switch may go to a computer instead, requiring the tech to review a little tech info before he even starts pulling door panels.   In this edition of The Trainer, we’ll take a look at some diagnostic tricks of the trade to help you make short work of repairing today’s power window systems.

    • ATSG, Motor Age and POWERTRAIN PRO

    • Motor Age and the Automotive Transmission Service Group (ATSG) have partnered to deliver valuable content to help transmission specialists grow their business through diversification. Check out this exciting news, and some of the new features we'll be offering in 2013 under the POWERTRAIN PRO brand. 

    • More about DRL

    • Learn more about Philips line of LED daytime running lights.

    • Motor Oil Matters - MOM knows best

    • Want to learn more about Motor Oil Matters and a new educational and licensing program announced at AAPEX 2012? Here's what you need to know from the American Petroleum Insitute. 

    • Repairing Wiring and Wiring Connectors: The Trainer, November 2012

    •   Troubleshooting and repairing electrical problems is becoming a daily task for professional technicians. Often, the cause of the fault is a damaged connector or wiring harness. Its proper repair is critical to the correct operation of the electrical circuit it is a part of. Incorrect repair methods could actually create additional faults; faults that may or may not be readily apparent.   In this edition of the Trainer, we take a look at common mistakes made that lead to circuit issues and how to prevent them. We’ll also share some specific repair techniques you can use to correct bad connections and damaged wiring.

    • Seat belt testing

    • This edition of ABRN The Trainer addresses how to do static and dynamic seat belt tests. Join Ohio Technical College (OTC) collision instructor John Dragan, who is I-CAR trained and ASE-certified, as he demonstrates and explains this skill. Repairers need to inspect all the seat belts in a vehicle after a collision. If they are not operating properly, they need to be replaced rather than repaired. Dragan explains the differences between a static and dynamic test and shows how to conduct both. He explains the clinch mechanism test. He also explains how seat belts with explosive tensioners work and the differences between them and standard seat belts.

    • Testing Brake Fluid: October 2012 Trainer video

    •   Brake Fluid Service   Did you know that brake fluid is hygroscopic, meaning that it absorbs water so easily it can even draw the moisture out of your skin? Or that water reduces the boiling point of the brake fluid? Some experts even say that it could be enough to cause a spongy pedal and brake fade. How do you know if the fluid is contaminated? How do you know when to recommend a fluid service?   There seems to be several conflicting opinions on when, or even if, you should service a customer’s brake fluid. Some OEMs include it in their recommended maintenance schedules, some don’t. Technicians argue it should be done with any brake service, or every year or two. Others say it should be changed if the fluid looks dark or dirty.   In this edition of “The Trainer”, we’ll eliminate that confusion. We’ll show you how to test brake fluid condition and when to recommend fluid service so you can offer the most professional care possible to your customers!    
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    • Building the Autopromotec Brand

    • Emanuele Vicentini, brand manager for Autopromotec in Bologna, Italy, chatted this week about the show's history and promising future as one of the world's premier automotive trade events.

    • Ready for Hollywood

    • Alberto Cattaneo, export manager for Beta Utensili SPA, spoke to journalists at Autopromotec about the companies line of high-end tools and a long-time connection to Formula One racing. Beta will be featured in a new Ron Howard film, "Rush," do out this fall. 

    • AAIA's Arlene Davis Speaks in Italy

    • Arlene Davis of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association speaks to attendees of the 2013 Autopromotec trade show in Bologna, Italy, about the U.S. automotive aftermarket. Davis gave insight into trends and opportunities for European companies interested in participating in the U.S. market.

    • Autopromotec hears from the U.S.

    • Folks at Autopromotec in Bologna, Italy, had a chance to hear about the U.S. automotive aftermarket from several trade association representatives who offered presented,  “Understanding the U.S. automotive aftermarket - an overview of trends, tendencies and opportunities for European manufacturers.” Speeches were given by Arlene Davis and Micheal Barratt of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association and Roy Littlelfield of the Tire Industry Association.

    • John Gaither, Gary Bilski, Jay Buckley, Josh Gordon, Erica Johnson and Rob Zaremba

    • Fram Filtration introduced its Mobile Training Center at its Proving Grounds facility in Perrysburg, Ohio, May 8. The Freightliner van and Featherlite trailer will travel the country this summer engaging technicians, retail customers and car enthusiasts at a variety of auto-related events. The season begins June 1 in Arlington, Texas, at the Hot Rod Power Tour. Click here for more information.

    • Jay Buckley, Fram Filtration technical training director

    • Fram Filtration introduced its Mobile Training Center at its Proving Grounds facility in Perrysburg, Ohio, May 8. The Freightliner van and Featherlite trailer will travel the country this summer engaging technicians, retail customers and car enthusiasts at a variety of auto-related events. The season begins June 1 in Arlington, Texas, at the Hot Rod Power Tour. Click here for more information.

    • Josh Gordon, Fram Filtration marketing director

    • Fram Filtration introduced its Mobile Training Center at its Proving Grounds facility in Perrysburg, Ohio, May 8. The Freightliner van and Featherlite trailer will travel the country this summer engaging technicians, retail customers and car enthusiasts at a variety of auto-related events. The season begins June 1 in Arlington, Texas, at the Hot Rod Power Tour. Click here for more information.

    • Fram Mobile Marketing Center

    • Fram Filtration introduced its Mobile Training Center at its Proving Grounds facility in Perrysburg, Ohio, May 8. The Freightliner van and Featherlite trailer will travel the country this summer engaging technicians, retail customers and car enthusiasts at a variety of auto-related events. The season begins June 1 in Arlington, Texas, at the Hot Rod Power Tour. Click here for more information.

    • Fram Mobile Marketing Center

    • Fram Filtration introduced its Mobile Training Center at its Proving Grounds facility in Perrysburg, Ohio, May 8. The Freightliner van and Featherlite trailer will travel the country this summer engaging technicians, retail customers and car enthusiasts at a variety of auto-related events. The season begins June 1 in Arlington, Texas, at the Hot Rod Power Tour. Click here for more information.

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    • Import Sweet Spot Q4 2012

    • To see the article associated with this aftermarket sweet spot chart, click here.

    • Domestic Sweet Spot Q4 2012

    • To see the full story associatedwith this aftermarket sweet spot chart, click here.

    • National Sweet Spot Q4 2012

    • To see the full story associated with this aftermarket sweet spot chart, click here.

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    • After Hours is our bi-monthly live and interactive web chat hosted by technical editor Pete Meier. A little info, a little conversation and hopefully a little entertainment.

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    • The Advanstar Automotive Group has produced more than a dozen webcasts in an effort to educate shop owners, distributors and technicians in the automotive industry. Look for more webcasts, in conjunction with various industry partners and supporters, in the coming months.

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    • This set includes all of the Motor Age/TST webcasts you may have missed. Watch them here as often and whenever you like!

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  • Hey. 3 weeks ago i work on 1999 ford explorer,oil change. I forgot to put oil cap back. Car left and came back 26 days latter and 900 milles. Customer state that car cuts off everytime he acselarate. We check the car it was 1/2 qt. low on oil and air filter was soaked with oil. How can oil get to air filter housin . Tis is what i would like to know. Is there anybody who come across this kind of problem please let me know . Thank you all.
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  • On a Nissan Frontier 2008 SE with 4.0 which has a check engine light and has had an MAF sensor replaced. Any other suggestions on possible symptoms and on this model how do you reset the light?
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