Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 19, 2024

How The Scope of Work Differs In Heavy Duty Estimation Regular auto body estimators typically work with passenger vehicles such as cars, SUVs, and light trucks. 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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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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Brake & Front End

JANUARY 20, 2025

Many of the early systems used mechanical ways to manage the distribution of power to the four wheels. The brake hydraulic control module on these vehicles has at least 12 valves. If the car or truck is accelerating hard from a stop, the ETS will apply the brakes independently to prevent slipping.

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RepairSmith

MARCH 10, 2025

If your cars gear shifts feel rougher than your Monday mornings, a failing transmission valve body could be the culprit. This covers: Parts cost: $100 to $2,500 Labor cost : $300 to $1,000 NOTE: Only automatic transmission cars have a valve body. So, how much will a transmission valve body replacement cost ? The bottom line?

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RepairSmith

JANUARY 2, 2025

It uses hydraulic pressure to amplify the force you apply to the steering wheel to move the steering rack. Hydraulic fluid also lubricates internal steering system components, preventing friction from causing premature wear and expensive repairs. When theres a leak, the fluid level drops, reducing hydraulic pressure.

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Brake & Front End

MAY 9, 2024

Anyone who works on brakes should be familiar with basic hydraulics and the various components that make up the hydraulic portion of the brake system. It converts the force exerted on the brake pedal by the vehicle’s driver into hydraulic pressure to apply the brakes. The cure is to replace the master cylinder.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 8, 2024

In the late 1980s, many cars now had wide front tires and it was difficult to route hydraulic lines from the engine bay to the front of the vehicle and the rack. Many of the first systems were electro-hydraulic with a electric motor powering a hydraulic pump.

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 12, 2025

Automotive lifts are essential tools that revolutionize how mechanics approach vehicle maintenance. Improved Ergonomics for Mechanics Working at an optimal height reduces physical strain on technicians. Vehicle lifts provide a stable platform for cars and trucks, reducing risks associated with manual lifting methods.

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Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

How can you properly diagnose what’s going on when your customer says the car is pulling to one side under braking? Driving the car and noting the severity of the pull can help identify this issue. Using brake pressure gauges proves handy for diagnosing uneven hydraulic pressure.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

How can you properly diagnose what’s going on when your customer says the car is pulling to one side under braking? Driving the car and noting the severity of the pull can help identify this issue. Using brake pressure gauges proves handy for diagnosing uneven hydraulic pressure.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JULY 22, 2024

Understanding Hydraulic Brakes There are two main braking systems when it comes to motorcycles and powersport vehicles: mechanical braking systems and hydraulic braking systems. Mechanical brakes involve wires to trigger braking mechanisms, while hydraulic brakes use pressurized brake fluid to apply pressure to a wheel assembly.

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Tomorrow's Technician

AUGUST 27, 2024

With regenerative braking, instead of just wasting that energy by releasing it into the air, the vehicle captures it and saves it in a box in the back of the car as stored energy. Later, that stored energy will be converted back into kinetic energy and poured back into the operation of the car. This is called “manual mode.”

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RepairSmith

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

If your car hasnt been accelerating as smoothly as it should or giving you a hard time switching gears a faulty transmission solenoid could be the culprit. When changing gears, this electro-hydraulic valve controls transmission fluid flow using speed sensor data and input from the transmission control module (TCM). Definitely!

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The NAPA Network

MARCH 6, 2024

Is your car not shifting gears like it used to? When an automatic transmission equipped car won’t shift gears, there could be several potential issues. Below is technical expertise on “Why is my automatic car not shifting gears?” The post Why Is My Automatic Car Not Shifting Gears? Photos courtesy of Pexels.

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Brake & Front End

DECEMBER 14, 2023

With regenerative braking, instead of just wasting that energy by releasing it into the air, the vehicle captures it and saves it in a box in the back of the car as stored energy. Later, that stored energy will be converted back into kinetic energy and poured back into the operation of the car. This is called “manual mode.”

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

While regular maintenance keeps your car safe and efficiently running, an annual MOT test plays a core component in this. When it comes to taking your car for an MOT test, you would want to know which garage gives comprehensive, honest, and reliable service. If the car fails in its MOT, it is illegal to drive.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

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. Mechanics often need to perform tasks that require working on the underside of vehicles, such as changing oil, inspecting exhaust systems, or repairing brakes.

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AutoSuccess

JANUARY 31, 2025

Each lift can accommodate two vehicles, including cars, SUVs and light trucks. 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.

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RepairSmith

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Usually, your car starts leaking power steering fluid when the gaskets or seals become torn or damaged over time. Normally, the power steering fluid helps the steering wheel rotate smoothly, but if the liquid levels drop, hydraulic pressure is lost. Park the car and raise it using jack stands.

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RepairSmith

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

So, get a mechanic to fix your car at the first sign of a torque converter issue to avoid exorbitant repair bills. So, get a mechanic to fix your car at the first sign of a torque converter issue to avoid exorbitant repair bills. A torque converter can last as long as your car, usually up to 200,000 miles.

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Tomorrow's Technician

AUGUST 26, 2024

A few decades ago, airbag systems surprised a few techs before it became common knowledge what those yellow wires running around the car did. When I was a teenager, I drove a car that would occasionally shut down when I pulled up to a red light or stop sign. I didn’t really know why — it just happened sometimes.

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RepairSmith

OCTOBER 8, 2024

If your car won’t reverse but will go forward just fine, you’re not alone. In this post, we’ll dive into the 10 most common reasons your car refuses to reverse but moves forward. We’ll also explain how a mechanic diagnoses and fixes this glitch so you know what to expect when you bring your vehicle in for repair. What’s worse?

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Auto Service World

AUGUST 31, 2024

Your braking system consists of brake pads, rotors, calipers, and hydraulic fluid. Raise the car with the jack and secure it with jack stands. Reattach the wheel and lower the car. Brake lines are the conduits through which brake fluid travels, creating the hydraulic pressure necessary to engage the brakes.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 9, 2023

806 words can’t cover how this physical proximity wireless access would work or the obligations of the OEM to make mechanical information available. For example, the OEMs are given a stopping distance they must meet to sell cars in the U.S. They are not told the brakes must use disc brakes or hydraulics.

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autoevolution

MAY 22, 2024

Is the hydraulic accelerator line sealed properly, or is it leaking here and there? You only have a mechanical linkage between the loud pedal and the go-fast gear under the hood? That’s because carmakers skipped this approach in their design and engineering for mainstream cars. Did you check your throttle fluid recently?

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RepairSmith

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Fluid Leaks Pressing the brake pedal compresses the brake fluid , creating hydraulic pressure in the brake lines. This hydraulic pressure transmits force to the front and rear calipers or each wheel cylinder, which engages the brake pads or shoes, respectively. Once the mechanic diagnoses the issue, they’ll begin fixing it.

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RepairSmith

APRIL 26, 2024

Imagine this: You’re out for a long, relaxing ride when suddenly your car starts making strange noises. We’ve listed down different types of noises a car can make and their causes to save you from drowning in uncertainty. Let’s decode what your car is trying to tell you. What Should I Do if My Car Makes a Strange Noise?

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RepairSmith

AUGUST 24, 2024

The serpentine belt is the silent powerhouse of your car, driving vital engine components like the alternator and water pump. Ever wondered what happens to a car when a serpentine belt breaks? Here’s what happens to a car when the serpentine belt breaks: 1. So, it’s best to consult a mechanic for the right diagnosis.

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Eastwood

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Further on, we disassembled the valvetrain starting with the rocker arms, pushrods and hydraulic lifters. The car has been off the road for nearly eight years. There appeared to be rust on the pushrods, presumably from condensation buildup under the valve covers. Thankfully it turned out to be nothing more than some milky oil instead.

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RepairSmith

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Imagine this : You’re trying to start your car on a chilly morning. Let’s discover why your car ticks when cold weather kicks in, when you should worry about it, and more. 4 Pressing Reasons Your Car Ticks When Cold When you hear a ticking noise from your car on a cold start , it could be one of the following reasons: 1.

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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

JULY 3, 2024

When you first pull the car into the bay, the basic rules of spotting the vehicle remain the same. If possible, leave the car in neutral so it can be rolled to help position the lift pads on some EVs. EVs and HVs are generally heavier than their internal combustion counterparts.

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Hollenshades Auto Service

AUGUST 23, 2024

It serves as a lubricant for the moving parts within the transmission, helps to cool the transmission, and facilitates the hydraulic functions necessary for smooth gear shifting. Leaks can lead to low fluid levels and transmission damage if not addressed promptly at a mechanic shop. Early detection and repair can prevent costly damage.

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AutoSuccess

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The 16AP Series and 20AP Series incorporate patented features designed to enhance safety and productivity for technicians working on vehicles ranging from passenger cars to medium-duty trucks. Technical Specifications Dual-drive hydraulic cylinders ensure smooth operation and higher lift heights than comparable models.

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Auto Alternative

DECEMBER 14, 2024

Your car’s braking system is essential for your safety, and knowing when to replace brake pads or rotors is crucial. Signs That Your Car Brakes Need Attention Understanding the symptoms of worn or failing brakes will help you maintain your vehicle’s performance. Here are the top signs to watch for: 1.

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Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

That’s not to say that these systems are impervious to problems, because we all know that any mechanical system will eventually break down, wear out or fail. I had a 1998 E320 4MATIC wagon, and I absolutely loved that car in the winter. The current generation of the 4MATIC system is all but bulletproof mechanically speaking.

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