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A5 Test Prep Quick Quiz

Are you ready to be A5 ASE certified? Do you know everything you need to about the hydraulic braking systems, drum brake, disc brake, parking brake, power assist unit, and the anti-lock brake system? Take our A5 quick quiz to start preparing for the ASE A5 brakes certification exam!

A8 Tech Tip: Two Stage Temp Sensor

Instructor Dave Hobbs gives some insight into something a lot of techs already know about and may just take for granted–two stage temperature sensors. He covers some specifics about the sensors, testing procedures, and how to avoid replacing parts that are good only to find you still have a problem. He also gives some details and insight into the differences in design and wiring of these sensors between the individual manufacturers.

Intermittent Diagnostics Quick Quiz

Most technicians rely on their personal scan tools, but not all scan tools can be reliable. What do you do when a customer comes in and you pull out your scan tool or multimeter and no codes are present? Take our quick quiz to test your skills on diagnosing intermittent driveability problems without a scan tool!

Top 10 OBDII Codes Quick Quiz

Can you diagnose OBDII DTC’s in less than 10 minutes? Take this four question quiz to test your diagnostic strategies when tackling the most common OBD II codes.

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.

Current Ramping Quick Quiz

Can every tech in your shop analyze and diagnose vehicles in 15 minutes or less? Do you know how to analyze amperage waveforms captured with your DSO and low-amp current probe to monitor electrical current through wires? Take our quick quiz to improve your accuracy and help cut your diagnostic time.

A/C Service Best Practices: Motor Age Webcast

[pre_ad postid=”7876″]On May 26, 2011 Motor Age hosted the second of four live, interactive training webcasts scheduled for 2011. Sponsored by Delphi and Motor Age, several topics were covered including a brief discussion of HFO1234yf, proper sealant and refrigerant identification methods, proper oil charging and compressor care, and lots more.

Hybrid HVAC Systems Quick Quiz

Do you understand how the HVAC system carries out its job in the complex world of the hybrid vehicle? This quiz on Hybrid HVAC systems test your knowledge on the use of proper testing equipment, and what to look for when dealing with HVAC problems.

Hybrid A/C Compressor Fuse Tech Tip

In this tip clip, Instructor Dave Hobbs talks about the Hybrid A/C compressor fuse on a Gen 3 Toyota Prius. He provides some hands-on info about how and where to find the fuse. He discusses safety and techniques for properly testing the DC current air conditioning fuse to the DC mini inverter compressor used in late model Toyota and Lexus.

MACS A/C System Hose Repairs Tip Clip

If you build or repair A/C system hoses, power steering hoses, or any different kind of hose assemblies this tip clip may be of interest to you. There’s a lot of good information that you need to know out there, so take a look at this segment, which is going to tell you everything you ever needed to know about building and repairing hoses the right way.

TPMS Quick Quiz

Since 2007, tire pressure monitoring (TPMS) systems are required on all vehicles in the US. Take our five question quiz to challenge your understanding of the new techniques and latest information on these systems.

MACS A/C Quick Quiz

A/C systems are constantly being updated with new technology and service procedures. Find out if you’re up to speed on the latest in mobile A/C systems with this five question quiz.