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Cracking The Code Of The Check Engine Light: Unraveling The Mysteries Of Auto Diagnostics

Louisville Automotive Shop

As a car owner, one of the most dreaded moments is when the check engine light suddenly turns on. However, instead of panicking, take a deep breath and understand what your car is trying to communicate through that little orange light. Pay attention to other symptoms your car may exhibit and the check engine light.

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Always Follow the Lead! How Our Automotive School Fosters Strong Auto Repair Instincts

Automotive Training Centre

Every experienced mechanic knows that troubleshooting car repairs is as much about instinct as it is about technical skills. But when he started the car, the Check Engine light began flashinga sign that something was seriously wrong. I had never seen a flashing Check Engine light before, Hugo admitted.

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Can the Check Engine Light Come on Due to a Bad Gas Cap?

RepairSmith

Faced with the dreaded Check Engine Light (CEL)? While it’s easy to jump to the worst conclusions, sometimes your vehicle may simply trigger the Check Engine Light for gas cap issues. Let’s understand the connection between a bad gas cap and the Check Engine Light and how you can fix it.

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Timing Chain Systems Need Clean, Quality Oil

Tomorrow's Technician

The engine is designed with three hydraulic tensioners as well as four VVT cam phaser and solenoid units, all of which are highly dependent on oil. Cloyes technical experts will tell everyone they can to not listen to the computer, be proactive, and change oil on a HFV6 engine every 5,000 miles.

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Harley-Davidson Trouble Codes: Everything You Need To Know

Universal Technical Institute

Is your Harley-Davidson check engine light illuminated? Learn more about Harley-Davidson onboard diagnostic systems and what trouble codes mean here!

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Isn’t It Time We Rethink What a Master Level Technician Is?

AutoShopOwner

The training, technical information, and equipment that is required today to be an all-around master-level technician is too overwhelming. Unless you specialize in certain areas and/or on specific vehicle brands, it is becoming increasingly more difficult to be proficient in a wide range of vehicle models and vehicle systems.

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Common Issues on the Ford Ranger (5th Generation)

RepairSmith

Software Updates: Ford has released technical service bulletins (TSBs) regarding these transmission issues, which can be controlled by software. Engine Performance Issues You may experience hesitation or lack of power when accelerating, which is often traced to small boost leaks or a malfunctioning sensor.