SMP Awards $20K To Automotive Scholarship Winners
All four winners will receive a $5,000 scholarship to apply toward their education in automotive technology or repair.
SMP Extends Automotive Scholarship Contests
SMP’s three scholarships will now run through June 30.
VIDEO: Battery Temperature Sensor Diagnostics
Jason Stahl discusses the function of the battery temperature sensor and how to diagnose it every time the battery is replaced on a vehicle.
VIDEO: Honda’s ACM Active Motor Mount System
Jason Stahl discusses active motor mounts, specifically Honda’s ACM system, and how it communicates with the BCM.
VIDEO: How Turbochargers Control Pressure
Jason Stahl discusses turbochargers, and how they manage pressure by using solenoids and a wastegate to optimize engine efficiency.
VIDEO: Keep ADAS In Mind During A Suspension Repair
Jason Stahl discusses the role of ADAS in suspension repair and why shops should remain conscious of advanced safety systems during routine maintenance.
VIDEO: BMW DISA Valve Causing Code
In this Tech Minute, Jason Stahl explains how a failing DISA Valve on a BMW can throw various codes and what the replacement options are.
VIDEO: Three Tips For Replacing Connectors
Jason Stahl discusses the service life of various connectors, and how to replace them if they happen to fail early.
Scholarships Still Available
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VIDEO: The Misfire Crime Scene
Andrew Markel discusses spark plug ignition wires and what to inspect in the case of a misfire.