HELLA Expands Electronic Product Range For Aftermarket
HELLA’s product portfolio expansion ranges from complex body electronics to various electronics components.
WVE Vehicle Electronics Introduced 203 New Part Numbers
In all, WVE announced 2 new emissions products, 1 fuel injection product, 153 new sensors and 47 new switches.
WVE Vehicle Electronics Introduces 121 New Part Numbers
WVE announced 11 new ignition components, 26 new emissions products, 63 new sensors and 21 new switches.
Solving Electronic Control Problems In Today’s Automatic Transmissions
Troubleshooting an automatic transmission can be one of the most intimidating diagnostic procedures a shop faces today.
Diagnosing Throttle-By-Wire Problems
The main reason for the switch to Throttle-By-Wire (TBW) or Drive-by-Wire is that it allows the ECM to work in harmony with other engine control systems such as cruise control, traction control, torque management and stability control.
Electronic Power Steering: Better Than Hydraulic?
Diagnosing electric power steering systems requires an understanding of voltage, current and loads. Also, a technician must understand how the modules and sensors work together to determine the level of assist.
Under the Hood: Going Full Throttle on Mazda Driveability Diagnostics
We take a look at the popular MAZDA6 and MAZDA3 cars and cover some of the common underhood repairs that find their way into vehicle repair shops.
Throttle By Wire Quick Quiz
Get to know your GM electronic throttle control (ETC) systems a little better. Test your knowledge of this system, including theory of operation, design variations, and ETC default codes, in our 5 question quick quiz.
Staying Active with Vehicle Electronics Technology
Tomorrow’s Smart Cars Will Bring Challenges for Technicians
Nissan Infiniti ETC Technical Tip Clip
In this tip clip excerpt, trainer Dave Scaler talks about Nissan Infiniti electronic throttle control systems. When we talk about Nissan Infiniti vehicles, one of the most common repairs in debate today surrounds the Fly By Wire or Electronic Throttle Control. Electronic throttle control system on a Nissan Infiniti vehicle is problematic. What we’re going to do is take a look, not only to see how it works, but to see what breaks, and what we can do about fixing it.