Futurauto – Engine Technology Techs Will See In The Bays
by Ed Sunkin
As you begin your career in the auto service industry, youll find that for the most part, the internal combustion engine (ICE) which has been around for more than 100 years hasnt changed much in theory. However, there have been many internal modifications to the ICEs design that has made it more fuel efficient in recent years, as the world tries to reduce its thirst for oil. To become a knowledgeable diagnostic technician, youll need to become familiar with these technologies and understand how to service them when a problem arises.
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Adapted from Doc Frohmaders article in Underhood Service
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Adapted from Gene Markel’s article in Brake & Front End
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Chevy V8 Small Block Power: 1955-2005
Adapted from Larry Carley’s article in Underhood Service
Gearing Up to Service the MMC 3.0L
Adapted from Larry Carley’s article in Underhood Service
Muscling in on Restoration & Performance Work
Adapted from Larry Carley’s article in Underhood Service
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Adapted from Boe Kalinoski’s article in ImportCar
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Adapted from Larry Carley’s article in Underhood Service
Saving Your Skin
Adapted from Larry Carley’s article in ImportCar