Any change in weight added to a vehicle will affect the ride height. Some vehicle service specifications actually call for a full tank of gas and complete passenger weight – upward of 500 pounds.
Hunter trainer Dave Fox and Andrew Markel of Babcox Media discuss how the fuel level can change a vehicle’s ride height and thus change the alignment angles – a crucial thing to understand given the tighter tolerances on ADAS-equipped vehicles.
This video presented by Hunter Engineering.
Resetting and programming TPMS sensors for a Tesla is a lot like any other vehicle, and the challenge is still the same: keeping the light off.
One of the first items to be replaced on any Tesla model are the tires. This is due to tire wear from the instant torque of the electric motor. When replacing the tires, you will have to service the TPMS sensors. Tesla has used Baolong (from 2012 to 2014), Continental (from 2014 to 2020) and a proprietary sensor that uses Bluetooth. For 2021, the Model Y started to use a sensor that communicates using Bluetooth protocols. Not much is known about the new system except that the sensors are currently available only through Tesla.
First thing’s first: Find the LV battery, which could be anywhere in the vehicle.
Today, each manufacturer has its own formula for best results in their vehicles. This video is part of the Group Training Academy.
Here’s what to know to clarify cooling questions you’re asked at the service counter. This video is part of The Group Training Academy.
Some last-minute riding out West leads the team to AIMExpo 2024 for an excellent trade show!
New vehicle ADAS features all rely on the alignment being exactly as it should be.
If camber, caster or toe are out of specifications, there is usually a reason why.
Today’s modern engines put an even greater emphasis on unique cooling requirements. This video is part of the Group Training Academy.
Learn the differences between ‘wet’ and ‘dry’ e-axles. This video is sponsored by CRP Automotive.
