April, 2014 Archives - Tomorrows Technician

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Automotive

Undercar

ABS/ESC False Activation Diagnostics

Career

Commentary

Dressing For Success In The Shop

Diesel

1974 Federal With Dual Cummins Engines

Podcast: T2iQ - Will Yesterday's Technology Exist Tomorrow?

It's not your father's industry anymore. The Rustbelt Mechanic tells what to expect for the expanding automotive industry.

Podcast: T2iQ - Next Steps With The Rustbelt Mechanic

Ready to plan for phase 2 of your career? The Rustbelt Mechanic talks about becoming a mentor and preparing for growth.

Podcast: T2iQ - Continuing Your Industry Education

With all of the technical advancements in cars, can you even consider working under the proverbial shade tree?

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Podcast: T2iQ With The Rustbelt Mechanic - What's Next?

The Rustbelt Mechanic explains what to expect for the automotive industry as we continue to evolve.

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Podcast: T2iQ - Will Yesterday's Technology Exist Tomorrow?

It's not your father's industry anymore. The Rustbelt Mechanic tells what to expect for the expanding automotive industry.

Podcast: T2iQ - Next Steps With The Rustbelt Mechanic

Ready to plan for phase 2 of your career? The Rustbelt Mechanic talks about becoming a mentor and preparing for growth.

GDI Diagnostics and Repair

On-Demand Webinar

Original Air Date: May 19, 2022

Sponsored By NGK Spark Plugs

Learn how to streamline the diagnostic process for driveability issues. This webinar will help you effectively communicate a vehicle diagnosis to the service advisor. The presentation will provide "real-world" data and cases studies.

This technical topic is geared for the average B+ technician and/or a refresher for the A technician. NGK is dedicated to meeting the learning needs of all skill levels.

Topics include:

Discussing the inputs, processing, and outputs at the core of today's engine management platforms.
Understanding domestic fuel trims versus OBDII generic fuel trims to fast track the diagnostic process to find the root cause of some driveability issues.
Using scan-tool data PID information to its fullest potential. Applying logical methods to streamline the diagnostic process on domestic applications.
Domestic vehicle systems, driveability diagnostic steps, and walking through the scan tool data PIDs to fix the car right the first time.

Speakers

Philip Austin, Technical Training Specialist, NGK Spark Plugs
Andrew Markel, Director of Technical Content, ShopOwner

Courses

New Variable Valve Timing Course Available On T2U

Learn how VVT works, why it sometimes doesn't and how to service the system. This course is sponsored by Cloyes.

Courses

Variable Valve Timing

In this course you will learn about the basic "operations and theory" of variable valve timing (VVT) systems.

Courses

Servicing a Tire Assembly

Properly servicing tires and wheels is essential to preventing customer comebacks and maintaining their satisfaction.

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April, 2014

WIX Filters Supports 2014 Programs Highlighting Automotive Excellence

By Tomorrow's Technician Staff May 15, 2014

WIX Filters is partnering with Babcox Media to sponsor three automotive excellence awards in 2014, including a new Driving Performance Award that recognizes game changers in automotive service. “Our national award programs are designed to support excellence at every level of the automotive aftermarket industry,” said Mike Harvey, brand manager...

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Tips on Choosing the Best Ride Control for Customers

By Gary Goms May 6, 2014

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The Boxed-Shape Racer is Back In

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Restoring Engine-Computer Communications

By Tomorrow's Technician Staff Apr 30, 2014

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WIN’s Winners Announced

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Super Late Model Driver Jordan Ives Wins ‘Search For A Champion’ Sponsorship

By Tomorrow's Technician Staff Apr 29, 2014

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Crossword Puzzle: April 2014 Solution

By Tomorrow's Technician Staff Apr 29, 2014

April, 2014

Crossword Puzzle: April 2014

By Tomorrow's Technician Staff Apr 29, 2014

Across 1. Camshaft protrusions 4. Recall reasons 8. Radiator liquid 9. Uneven carburetion term 10. Acorn or castellated fasteners 11. Ignition irregularities 13. Car-wax label creature 15. Uplifting service-bay sights 18. Bendix-drive components 19. Shop’s claim on repaired car 22. US crash-test agency, briefly (1,1,1,1,1) 23. Motorcycle stunt 24. Often-upgraded...