TT February ’09 Pop Quiz: Chassis System
Choose the answer that best completes the following statements or questions.
Crossword Puzzle: February 2009
Across 1. Piston’s lower section 4. Palindromic vehicle (4,3) 8. Engine-incontinence inhibitor (3,4) 9. Enlarged a cylinder’s diameter 10. Roof with removable, full-width panel 11. Carburetor valve type 13. Valvetrain component 15. Auto-repair facility 18. Briefly, twist-off cooling-system component (3,3) 20. Item found under distributor cap 23. Quick-start fluids’ volatile ingredient 24. Nationality of Lamborghini
Student Blogs Provide Unique Insights
Butler Collision Repair Network blogger Jenni Engelbrecht’s rant for females in the industry tackles an important issue.
TT/CP School of the Year Second Round Deadline Extended to March 7
Schools that were notified that they had made it to the second round of the Tomorrow’s Technician/Chicago Pneumatic School of the Year contest will have an extra week to provide materials.
Four Seasons Inc. Offers Online Training Video on Replacing Mobile Air Conditioning Compressor
Following the steps in this training segment and supplementing it with the printed installation instructions will aid technicians in system diagnosis and repair processes.
Are You Sure You Can Lift It?
You can only make a few mistakes with a lift before it costs more than the lesson is worth. What you don’t know can hurt you if you are using a shop’s lift.
Aftermarket Myth: Only New Car Dealers Can Service Vehicles Under Warranty
It’s a common misconception that only car dealers can perform the maintenance services on a newer vehicle that is under warranty.
Industry Encouraged to Steer Students and Second Career Job Seekers to GAAS Scholarships
Online Applications Available for 2009 GAAS Scholarships; Deadline Is March 31.
Bendix Answerman Offers On-Car Lathe Advice
Knowing the Specifics Can Save Time and Increase Productivity
Top Schools in School of the Year Contest Move on to Second Round
In late January, 21 schools were notified that they had made it to the second round of the Tomorrow’s Technician/Chicago Pneumatic School of the Year contest.
Report Reveals That 80% of Vehicles Need Service and Parts
An analysis of vehicle inspection forms, submitted from event coordinators in several states, shows that 80% of the vehicles checked during National Car Care Month in April and Fall Car Care Month in October needed parts replacement, service or fluids