Brake & Front End

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Many of the early systems used electro-mechanical ways to manage the distribution of power to the four wheels. Around 2004, many manufacturers of AWD systems started to abandon complex transfer case center differentials in favor of less expensive clutches. Many AWD systems came onto the market in the 1990s.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Many of the early systems used electro-mechanical ways to manage the distribution of power to the four wheels. Around 2004, many manufacturers of AWD systems started to abandon complex transfer case center differentials in favor of less expensive clutches. Many AWD systems came onto the market in the 1990s.

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RepairSmith

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Such as: Inline fuel filter: The most common fuel filter, found on the fuel line between the fuel tank and the engine. A mechanic would typically replace the entire unit when performing a filter change. Spin-on fuel filter: Spin-on filters combine the filter and housing in one self-contained unit that a mechanic can screw on or off.

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Auto Alternative

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Passage through the Exhaust Manifold The piston directs these gases into the exhaust manifold, a metal piping section between the engine and the catalytic converter. It also helps regulate combustion pressure within the engine. Exhaust systems come in single and dual configurations.

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The Mechanic Doctor

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The Mechanic Doctor - Resources for Amateur and Pro Auto Mechanics Understanding the gas capacity of a vehicle ensures the driver will fill up the tank accordingly and reach their destination without worry. While specs like this one will impress speed lovers, engine size and fuel consumption are also important features.

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Hollenshades Auto Service

JULY 7, 2023

In 1999, the US EPA announced new Tier 2 NOx limits of 0.07gm per mile to replace the existing Tier 1 limits of 1.0gm per mile that were phased in from 2004 to 2009. All the while, the focus of US manufactures remained on the turbo charged non-diesel engine. At the time, the US motor industry did not have this technology.

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RepairSmith

DECEMBER 12, 2023

You’ll need a professional mechanic to test and confirm this. You should call a mechanic to inspect the problem soon, or you could end up with a burnt shift motor, which can be expensive to replace. This wheel drive shift problem could also stem from electrical or mechanical faults within the Transfer Case Control Module.

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RepairSmith

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

You’ll need a professional mechanic to test and confirm this. You should call a mechanic to inspect the problem soon, or you could end up with a burnt shift motor, which can be expensive to replace. This wheel drive shift problem could also stem from electrical or mechanical faults within the Transfer Case Control Module.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Paul has the heart of a teacher taking every opportunity to teach and train our budding technicians and further my mechanical understanding as I entered the Automotive Service industry. GPA in 2004. Paul has incredible business acumen; his passion for internal talent development is second to none.

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