Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 16, 2024

This article is courtesy of Engine Builder by Evan Laux Jason Stott developed his expertise in diesel mechanics and hydraulics under the guidance of his father growing up. Following high school, his passion for truck pulling led him to explore opportunities to cover the costs associated with competitions and truck maintenance.

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CATI

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

This specialization requires expertise in diesel engines, hydraulics, and complex electrical systems. Diesel mechanic training provides a solid foundation for diagnosing diesel engines. Marine diesel mechanics work on boats, ships, and watercraft engines, handling overhauls, propulsion systems, and power generation.

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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. Scania’s range is now far beyond the initial levels where only the most common trucks could be specified, the company said.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 9, 2024

Want to know the best thing you can do to keep your timing system and engine operating efficiently? The two most at-risk components are the hydraulic tensioners and VVT cam phasers – both highly dependent on the oil supply. And, with the Ford V8, as the engine ages, reduced oil flow to the cam phasers will impact the timing system.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 8, 2024

Electric power steering was once a technology found on exotic rear engine supercars. 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. This technology eventually made its way to cars and even trucks.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Most of the drivers who own a Volkswagen car or truck with a Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) will not know they have a dual-clutch transmission connected to the engine. With an automatic transmission, the engine has to drive a pump and energy is lost in the torque converter and clutch packs. The fluid also acts as a hydraulic fluid.

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Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2025

Each lift accommodates two vehicles, including cars, SUVs, and trucks. 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, said Sean Price, BendPak director of sales operations.

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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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Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2025

Each lift accommodates two vehicles, including cars, SUVs, and trucks. 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, said Sean Price, BendPak director of sales operations.

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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. My car was probably just ahead of its time because, nowadays, lots of cars and trucks are built to do this on purpose, all in the name of saving fuel. You might have guessed from the earlier description that they pack a bit of a hydraulic punch.

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Brake & Front End

AUGUST 8, 2024

It could be a Chevy pickup truck with active dampeners and air ride or a Mercedes S-Class with ABC hydraulic dampeners. These systems include hydraulic, magnetic and air-ride systems. The torsion bar is controlled by hydraulic pressure using a hydraulic servomechanism.

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AutoSuccess

JANUARY 31, 2025

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

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 12, 2023

For engineers, it is a huge gain that does not involve exotic materials or adding expensive components. At the master cylinder on some vehicles, there might be a quick-take-up valve in the replenish port to hydraulically pull the caliper piston back from the rotor.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 10, 2023

For engineers, it is a huge gain that does not involve exotic materials or adding expensive components. At the master cylinder on some vehicles, there might be a quick-take-up valve in the replenish port to hydraulically pull the caliper piston back from the rotor.

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CATI

OCTOBER 12, 2023

As a diesel mechanic apprentice, gaining a deeper understanding of diesel engine components, electronic systems, and hydraulics is paramount. Achieving success after diesel mechanic training requires technical expertise.

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Brake & Front End

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Unlike 4×4 truck systems of the day, these systems were always engaged. 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 system will apply the brakes independently to prevent slipping. Many AWD systems came onto the market in the 1990s.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Unlike 4×4 truck systems of the day, these systems were always engaged. 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 system will apply the brakes independently to prevent slipping. Many AWD systems came onto the market in the 1990s.

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Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

With a proper set of snow tires it was all but unstoppable, and I took a great bit of satisfaction from pulling 4WD trucks out of the ditch after a heavy snowfall. The transfer case was larger, and the driveshaft took up quite a bit of space next to the engine. The hydraulic control module on a 4MATIC has at least 12 valves.

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 30, 2023

What was once a solution for small cars has turned into a “go to” steering assist for trucks, large sedans and EVs. On this EPS network is the ECM for the engine and ABS/stability control system, and other modules like the body control module. These modules share information for vehicle speed, steering angle and engine operation.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 26, 2023

What was once a solution for small cars has turned into a “go to” steering assist for trucks, large sedans and EVs. On this EPS network is the ECM for the engine and ABS/stability control system, and other modules like the body control module. These modules share information for vehicle speed, steering angle and engine operation.

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AutoSuccess

DECEMBER 8, 2023

With a rated capacity of 6,000 pounds, the commercial-grade PL-6000DC can be installed in a typical 8-foot parking space and accommodates a wide range of vehicles, including SUVs, light trucks, sedans and sports cars. It offers a great combination for both long-term and short-term parking. Plus, it’s easy and economical to operate.”

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AutoSuccess

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

These lifts are engineered to stand up to the extreme use encountered in busy repair shops while delivering superior technician productivity and protection through cutting-edge technology and safety features. The frame cradle pads are used when lifting heavy vehicles like trucks and SUVs by the frame.

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Advanced Technology Institute

OCTOBER 14, 2019

Heavy vehicle techs repair and maintain engines, electrical systems, transmissions, and hydraulic systems of such vehicles, which requires particular knowledge or the makes, models, and the right techniques necessary to repair, install, and maintain them.

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Hollenshades Auto Service

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Chassis systems have evolved to balance the requirements of improved comfort, more powerful engines, reduced vehicle mass, and improved safety. Steering Linkages RACK AND PINION: With the exception of some trucks and large vans, most vehicle steering systems are rack and pinion.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 17, 2024

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. In the early days of ABS, the system was only concerned with wheel speeds and the pressure levels inside the hydraulic modulator. What is AEB?

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Brake & Front End

JULY 8, 2024

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. In the early days of ABS, the system was only concerned with wheel speeds and the pressure levels inside the hydraulic modulator. What is AEB?

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