Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 7, 2024

Load Management For Steering Systems In the late 1990s, engineers and OEMs predicted a future where 42-volt electrical architecture would be a standard feature on all new vehicles. This high-voltage system was a solution for the power required for loads such as electric power steering. What happened?

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Alex's Autohaus

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The 5-series has retained the level of advanced engineering that you would expect from the Germans over its over half-century of production. Responsible for providing the hydraulic pressure needed to shift gears, a failed pump can cause erratic shiftings, warning lights, or the inability to shift at all.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 23, 2024

While there is no stand-alone belt section for the ASE G1, belts appear in the task lists for Steering, HVAC and Electrical. The first clue of a problem is a belt squeal heard during engine start-up. Watch the belt while the engine is running. Below are eight inspection and service tips.

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Brake & Front End

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In the late 1990s, engineers and OEMs predicted a future where 42-volt electrical architecture would be a standard feature on all new vehicles. This high-voltage system was a solution for the power required for loads such as electric power steering. It is what made electric power steering possible with 12-volt systems.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Engineers want to prevent damage to wiring, circuit boards and sensors if something goes wrong that causes a short or open. To avoid damage and possible fires, engineers have devised two strategies that can be called the “immune system” for the electrical system. Fuses The most basic protection is a fuse.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Electric power steering (EPS) has been around for more than 20 years. What has changed the most is the connection the electric power steering control module has with the vehicle. On this EPS network is the ECM for the engine and ABS/stability control system, and other modules like the body control module.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Electric power steering (EPS) has been around for more than 20 years. What has changed the most is the connection the electric power steering control module has with the vehicle. On this EPS network is the ECM for the engine and ABS/stability control system, and other modules like the body control module.

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Brake & Front End

MARCH 10, 2025

The torque-vectoring differentials can control the amount of power going to each wheel connected to the axle using hydraulics or electric solenoids. This decoupling of the driveline can reduce rotating mass and load on the engine. It can even do the holy grail of differentials, torque vectoring.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 26, 2024

Scania continues to expand its offer regarding battery-electric vehicle trucks by introducing more electric machines, axle configurations and cab alternatives, plus a number of power take-off solutions. We constantly hear stories about drivers that were sceptical at first, but then fell in love with their electric trucks.”

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Automotive Training Centre

AUGUST 13, 2024

Her journey from a high school mechanic to a mechanical engineer and entrepreneur inspired her to create a platform that addresses the disparity in how women are treated in the auto industry. Various studies have shown that women are often overcharged for auto repairs, a reality Stefanie aims to change through AutoCate.

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Automotive Training Centre

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

It then covers preventive maintenance and service of wheels, tires, hubs, bearings, and hydraulic brake systems, providing a strong foundation in core automotive skills.

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Brake & Front End

MARCH 10, 2025

If the wheel binds up with the engine at idle, rev the engine up to 1500-2000 rpm and try again. Doing this will increase the output from the power steering pump, and that added hydraulic pressure should be able to overcome any mechanical binding coming from the steering shaft U-joints.

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Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 4, 2024

Topics covered include the basics of the automotive industry, shop safety, preventive maintenance, and the operation and service of critical systems such as hydraulic brakes, suspension, steering, and fuel injection. Hands-on training is where students apply these theories in practical settings under the guidance of experienced instructors.

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AutoSuccess

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Rotary, part of Vehicle Service Group (VSG), a Dover company, is expanding its vehicle service offerings with the release of the new LT35A Air-Hydraulic Lifting Table. The LT35A easily lifts EV batteries and other heavy components like engines and transmissions. With a 3,500-lb. The 3,000-lb.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Fluid Types Hydraulic components need clean fluid that is of the correct viscosity to control the input and output of the transmission. The engineers at the OEMs and fluid formulators have many ingredients to choose from to achieve the desired performance. Inspect and replace power train mounts. Replace fluid and filter(s).

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Tomorrow's Technician

AUGUST 12, 2024

At the front and rear differentials, electrically actuated clutches work with the center differential and stability control system to send power to the wheel that needs it. Early systems used engine vacuum to lock the differentials. Later models used hydraulic fluid and solenoids to control the differentials.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JULY 18, 2024

Later, that stored energy will be converted back into kinetic energy using the electric motor. More regenerative braking increases the amount of electrical charge generated for the hybrid battery at the same time that it produces more drag to slow down the vehicle. Some hybrid systems apply to hydraulic brakes at lower speeds.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 30, 2023

A customer who had a 2007 BMW X3 was having an erratic problem with the check engine light coming on and an issue with the transfer case 4W operation. engine and 6L45 transmission with 65,000 miles on it. In addition, the electrical part of the motor including sensors, etc. The AWD vehicle had a 3.0L seemed to function well.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The 25 new product lines available include: -Timing Belts -Brake Boosters -Master Cylinders -Clutch Kits -Clutch Hydraulics -Clutch Kits Components -Exhaust Manifold -Intake Manifold -Radiator Fan Clutches and Blades -Mechanical Fuel Pumps -Electrical Fuel Pumps -Fuel Pump Components -Engine Gaskets -Exhaust Gaskets -Fuel System Gaskets -Cooling Gaskets (..)

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Brake & Front End

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Where It Started: Hydraulic ARBs ARBs were introduced in the mid-to-late 1990s in some European vehicles. Hydraulic ARBs use hydraulic fluid to apply torsional force against the roll bar ( Figure 2 ). This is similar in principle to how hydraulic power steering systems apply force to the steering gear to provide steering assist.

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Tomorrow's Technician

AUGUST 27, 2024

After all, if the engine of a typical vehicle stalled out at a traffic light, the driver of that vehicle would know something was wrong with it. If that same vehicle still drove with the engine off, then that would mean they were probably going down hill. Some hybrid systems apply the hydraulic brakes at lower speeds.

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CATI

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The role demands a deep understanding of diesel engines, electrical systems, and hydraulics. However, there are specific skills and knowledge areas that are particularly important in the railroad industry: Understanding of Diesel Engines: Most locomotives are powered by large diesel engines.

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RepairSmith

MARCH 10, 2025

It controls fluid flow for smooth gear shifts and works with solenoids , sensors, and hydraulic circuits to automate shifting. Type of valve body : Your vehicle may have an electronic or hydraulic valve body, which can impact the price. Unplug all electrical connectors from the valve body, noting their positions for reassembly.

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Brake & Front End

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

and Canadian claims data on battery electric vehicles (BEVs), mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) — highlighting how differences in their complexity and construction are affecting claim costs and repair operations. and $5,302 in Canada, according to the report.

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Tomorrow's Technician

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

and Canadian claims data on battery electric vehicles (BEVs), mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) — highlighting how differences in their complexity and construction are affecting claim costs and repair operations. and $5,302 in Canada, according to the report.

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Brake & Front End

DECEMBER 14, 2023

After all, if the engine of a typical vehicle stalled out at a traffic light, the driver of that vehicle would know something was wrong with it. If that same vehicle still drove with the engine off, then that would mean they were probably going down hill. Some hybrid systems apply the hydraulic brakes at lower speeds.

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Tomorrow's Technician

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The system uses a hydraulic cylinder on top to control the low-frequency movements of the suspension like body roll and brake dive. The sound will be drowned out by engine and road noise. This dampener is engineered to smooth out the pressure changes caused by the pump and movement of the suspension.

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Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In between, you have a mixture of mechanical and hydraulic components that magnify the leg muscles of the driver. Many import and domestic nameplates use vacuum pumps to power the brake booster on their gas, diesel and even electric-powered vehicles. But modern engines have changed. Engines have been downsized to 2.0

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Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Whether you’re servicing a pickup truck with active dampeners and air ride or a luxury sedan with hydraulic dampeners, these systems have faced their fair share of criticism from technicians over the years. Active shocks and struts can change compression and rebound on the fly using hydraulic, magnetic, or air-ride systems.

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Tomorrow's Technician

AUGUST 26, 2024

If I was lucky, I could restart the engine and move along without too much delay. For quite some time, there have been some hybrids with electric motors that are big enough to get the car rolling before the engine starts. You might have guessed from the earlier description that they pack a bit of a hydraulic punch.

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Brake & Front End

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

A customer who had a 2007 BMW X3 was having an erratic problem with the check engine light coming on and an issue with the transfer case 4W operation. engine and 6L45 transmission with 65,000 miles on it. In addition, the electrical part of the motor including sensors, etc. The AWD vehicle had a 3.0L seemed to function well.

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AutoSuccess

JANUARY 31, 2025

We listened to customers and made our existing space-saving lift more versatile by engineering a wider platform that lets operators open vehicle doors wider to make it easier get in and out, says Sean Price, BendPak director of sales operations. The unit shuts off automatically whenever the operator releases its electric key switch.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 13, 2024

Honda with its VTEC engines, Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, BMW’s VANOS systems, and more. At the front and rear differentials, electrically actuated clutches work with the center differential and stability control system to send power to whichever wheel needs it. Many automakers are known for one particular piece of technology.

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Brake & Front End

MARCH 4, 2024

The brake system on the vehicle uses the 12-volt electrical system and not the 400-volt electrical system. When the door is opened, the electric window motor lowers the glass slightly to clear the lip of the seal. In order to disconnect the 12-volt power system on the Model S you must access the “frunk” or front trunk.

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Auto Service World

AUGUST 24, 2024

Test the Lights and Electrical Systems Testing the lights and electrical systems is a crucial part of a spring motorcycle safety check. Also, test the horn and all other electrical components to make sure they are working as expected. Properly functioning lights and electrical systems are essential for safe riding.

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Tomorrow's Technician

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The engineers realized they needed more information about the brake system and what the driver was doing with the brake pedal. Also, hybrids and battery electric vehicles use the input from a brake pedal sensor for regenerative braking. Symptoms of a bad brake pedal position sensor: Unable to start the engine. seconds or more.

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Brake & Front End

AUGUST 15, 2024

The engineers realized they needed more information about the brake system and what the driver was doing with the brake pedal. Also, hybrids and battery electric vehicles use the input from a brake pedal sensor for regenerative braking. Symptoms of a bad brake pedal position sensor: Unable to start the engine. seconds or more.

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