Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Some technicians and service advisors might try to replace only one unit at a time to get the customer back on the road. The problem is that most technicians, drivers and service advisors see a shock and strut as a low-tech device. Some shock manufacturers also use multi-weight oils that work like motor oils.

Service Advisor 130

Service Advisor Engineering Vehicle Mechanic 130

Brake & Front End

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

These components were prone to failure and are expensive to manufacture. Around 2004, many manufacturers of AWD systems started to abandon complex transfer case center differentials in favor of less expensive clutches. The brake hydraulic control module on these vehicles has at least 12 valves.

Hydraulics 130

Hydraulics Trucking Manufacturing Vehicle 130

Brake & Front End

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Some technicians and service advisors might try to replace only one unit at a time to get the customer back on the road. The problem is that most technicians, drivers and service advisors see a shock and strut as a low-tech device. Some shock manufacturers also use multi-weight oils that work like motor oils.

Service Advisor 130

Service Advisor Engineering Vehicle Mechanic 130