Automotive Training Centre

MAY 15, 2024

Electric vehicles (EVs) represent a significant shift in automotive technology, and as a result, automotive school training emphasizes sustainability and innovation. For new automotive technicians, understanding these issues is crucial. Brake discs rust due to infrequent use, as you’ll learn in automotive school.

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Eastwood

DECEMBER 17, 2024

A hydraulic shop press is one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in a well-equipped workshop. Whether you’re a professional mechanic, a fabricator, or a DIY enthusiast, its almost impossible to replace its functionality. This is especially critical in automotive and metal fabrication applications.

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CATI

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Transitioning from automotive school to a career as a locomotive mechanic presents an exciting pathway for those passionate about heavy machinery and transportation. The role of a locomotive mechanic is vital in the railroad industry. The role demands a deep understanding of diesel engines, electrical systems, and hydraulics.

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Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 19, 2024

If you’re contemplating a career in auto body estimating, you likely understand the crucial role estimators play in the automotive repair industry. They evaluate the extent of damage to the vehicle’s body, frame, and mechanical systems and provide customers with detailed explanations of the repair process and costs.

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 12, 2025

In the fast-paced world of automotive repair, efficiency and safety are paramount. Automotive lifts are essential tools that revolutionize how mechanics approach vehicle maintenance. Why Automotive Lifts Are a Must-Have for Vehicle Repair Shops? This ensures the safety of both mechanics and vehicles.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

Automotive workshops are essential in maintaining and repairing vehicles, ensuring they operate safely and efficiently. A key piece of equipment in any workshop is the automotive lift, a device that raises vehicles off the ground, allowing mechanics to easily access the underside of a car.

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Automotive Training Centre

APRIL 17, 2024

Leverage Your Automotive Training and Assess the Damage With Precision Damage assessment is vital to any auto body training and a cornerstone of a successful frame repair. Pulling involves using specialized jigs, clamps, and hydraulic pulling systems to exert controlled force on the bent frame sections.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Demand Index subscriptions are available for purchase by eligible automotive aftermarket manufacturers. Users can expect more Annual Unit Volumes for Demand Index product groups to be released monthly. A subscription is required to access the new product line data.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Code 2A32 (P1014) refers to an eccentric sensor issue Code 2A37 (P1017) also refers to an eccentric sensor issue Code 2A45 (P103A) refers to an actuator motor malfunction The transfer case is a rather unique design in the way that it operates a clutch pack mechanically, not hydraulically, somewhat like a GM.

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AutoSuccess

JANUARY 31, 2025

Designed to be ganged together via shared columns to fit more lifts in less space, it delivers unmatched versatility and convenience for automobile dealers, automotive shops, commercial parking operators and car collectors. Each lift can accommodate two vehicles, including cars, SUVs and light trucks.

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Brake & Front End

JANUARY 19, 2024

Most later-model vehicles with a manual transmission use a hydraulicsystem consisting of the clutch master cylinder, hydraulic hoses, the concentric slave cylinder and the concentric slave cylinder bearing to actuate the clutch. Clutch problems can occur at almost any mileage and for a wide variety of reasons.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 19, 2024

Most later-model vehicles with a manual transmission use a hydraulicsystem consisting of the clutch master cylinder, hydraulic hoses, the concentric slave cylinder and the concentric slave cylinder bearing to actuate the clutch. Clutch problems can occur at almost any mileage and for a wide variety of reasons.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Shifting is controlled by the DCT electronics/hydraulic module on the side of the transmission. The calibration procedure ensures that the neutral positions and mechanical end stops will be learned and saved in the transmission control module.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 19, 2024

The Automotive Lift Institute’s lifting points guide includes the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended lifting points for many popular EV and HEV vehicles. Recommended lifting points without contacting the battery pack and be sure to know the vehicle’s weight compared to the capacity of the automotive lift intended to lift the load.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JULY 3, 2024

The Automotive Lift Institute’s lifting points guide includes the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended lifting points for many popular EV and HEV vehicles. Once you have the vehicle at the appropriate service height, be sure to relieve the hydraulic pressure by lowering it onto its mechanical locks before getting to work.

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Brake & Front End

JULY 3, 2024

The Automotive Lift Institute’s lifting points guide includes the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended lifting points for many popular EV and HEV vehicles. Once you have the vehicle at the appropriate service height, be sure to relieve the hydraulic pressure by lowering it onto its mechanical locks before getting to work.

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Tomorrow's Technician

APRIL 1, 2024

Under his leadership, BendPak has grown from a small machine shop to one of the world’s leading manufacturers of car lifts and automotive service equipment. Two years later, QMA introduced a hydraulic tubing bender for muffler shops, and Henthorn was inspired to change the company name to match. BendPak” was born.

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Brake & Front End

APRIL 1, 2024

Under his leadership, BendPak has grown from a small machine shop to one of the world’s leading manufacturers of car lifts and automotive service equipment. Two years later, QMA introduced a hydraulic tubing bender for muffler shops, and Henthorn was inspired to change the company name to match. BendPak” was born.

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Tomorrow's Technician

AUGUST 26, 2024

You might have guessed from the earlier description that they pack a bit of a hydraulic punch. There is more than enough fluid, thermal and mechanical energy in them to send a tech to the ER if he or she makes the wrong move. When they’re off the transmission, it still takes only that same.2

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AutoSuccess

AUGUST 19, 2024

They deserve to go home with them,” said Certified Lift Inspector Ed Gibbons, president of Automotive Lift Consultants. I find loose nuts, loose anchor nuts and hydraulic fluid leaks. On older units, I’ll find frayed cables, broken bolts on swing arms, lift stops that are not working, and hydraulic leaks.”

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C and C Automotive

MAY 10, 2024

Leaking Shock Absorbers: Shock absorbers contain hydraulic fluid to dampen suspension movement. Your mechanic can inspect the bushings and replace them as needed. Leaks in the shocks can reduce damping effectiveness, causing excessive bouncing and a harsh ride.

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Master Mechanics

AUGUST 19, 2023

In the realm of modern automotive engineering, precision, innovation, and advanced technology have come together to redefine the driving experience. Yet, like any complex mechanism, it’s susceptible to malfunctions and issues that can hinder its seamless operation. What is the Ride Optimization System?

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The shared data can be used to solve mechanical problems like torque steer experienced by front-wheel-drive vehicles, and even pulls due to road crown or misaligned toe. If you have a scan tool that can reset the pull compensation, you can use this feature to help diagnose mechanical and alignment problems.

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Louisville Automotive Shop

JUNE 15, 2023

Essentially, it’s comprised of gears, shafts, hydraulic systems, and electronic components. If you experience transmission problems, take your vehicle to a trusted auto mechanic to inspect and diagnose it properly. The post Everything You Need to Know About Transmissions appeared first on Louisville Automotive Shop.

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RepairSmith

APRIL 26, 2024

The mechanic might also check the pulley bearings since they, too, can produce a squealing noise. When that happens, it’s best to have a mechanic look at it. Since diagnosing this car problem can be challenging, you should consult an automotive professional. So, visit a mechanic to fix the leaks.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 7, 2024

It serves the same function as a spool valve in a hydraulic power steering system. The shared information can be used to solve mechanical problems like torque steer experienced by front-wheel-drive vehicles. THE NETWORK The electric power steering system is typically part of the high-speed CAN bus on the vehicle.

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Hollenshades Auto Service

JULY 21, 2021

You’ve most likely taken time out of your busy schedule to get the test done, only to learn you need to make two more stops: first to your local mechanic and then back to the inspection station. Have a Mechanic Make All Necessary Repairs Some safety inspection stations offer repair services on-site.

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The Mechanic Doctor

JANUARY 14, 2024

The Mechanic Doctor - Resources for Amateur and Pro Auto Mechanics Have you ever wanted to make your car stand out on the road and look so classy? Technology And Innovation In the dynamic automotive world, aftermarket parts introduce the latest technological innovations to your driving experience.

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RepairSmith

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

It’s best to have a mechanic assess the underlying cause. Replacing ball joints is a long and complex process, so you should have a mechanic replace them. They would: Step 1: Jack up the Vehicle The mechanic will raise the vehicle off the ground using a scissor or hydraulic jack. Keep scrolling to learn how.

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Hollenshades Auto Service

JUNE 23, 2022

In 2015, the automotive industry, EPA, and U.S. The hydraulic oil presses the brake pad against the rotor, clamping the two together and creating friction and heat. Get Help from the Experts At Hollenshade’s, we offer professional automotive maintenance and repair, including brake repair and service.

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AutoSuccess

APRIL 1, 2024

Under his leadership, BendPak has grown from a small machine shop to one of the world’s leading manufacturers of car lifts and automotive service equipment. Two years later, QMA introduced a hydraulic tubing bender for muffler shops, and Henthorn was inspired to change the company name to match. BendPak” was born.

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Tire Review Magazine

APRIL 1, 2024

Under his leadership, BendPak has grown from a small machine shop to one of the world’s leading manufacturers of car lifts and automotive service equipment. Two years later, QMA introduced a hydraulic tubing bender for muffler shops, and Henthorn was inspired to change the company name to match. BendPak” was born.

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Tire Review Magazine

APRIL 1, 2024

Under his leadership, BendPak has grown from a small machine shop to one of the world’s leading manufacturers of car lifts and automotive service equipment. Two years later, QMA introduced a hydraulic tubing bender for muffler shops, and Henthorn was inspired to change the company name to match. BendPak” was born.

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AutoSuccess

JUNE 19, 2024

The Automotive Lift Institute’s lifting points guide includes the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended lifting points for many popular EV and HEV vehicles. Recommended lifting points without contacting the battery pack and be sure to know the vehicle’s weight compared to the capacity of the automotive lift intended to lift the load.

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Tire Review Magazine

JUNE 19, 2024

The Automotive Lift Institute’s lifting points guide includes the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended lifting points for many popular EV and HEV vehicles. Once you have the vehicle at the appropriate service height, be sure to relieve the hydraulic pressure by lowering it onto its mechanical locks before getting to work.

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Tire Review Magazine

JUNE 19, 2024

The Automotive Lift Institute’s lifting points guide includes the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended lifting points for many popular EV and HEV vehicles. Once you have the vehicle at the appropriate service height, be sure to relieve the hydraulic pressure by lowering it onto its mechanical locks before getting to work.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 17, 2024

New automotive technologies might work great when they roll off the dealer’s lots, but independent shops know that some technologies do not age well. Both ABS and ESC use the same module to carry out corrections, the ABS hydraulic control module, or HCU. This module has three parts: the electronic module, hydraulic modulator and pump.

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