What Do I Need In My Toolbox?
The best way to build a tool collection without breaking the bank.
Matco Tools Adds MaxFlex To Maximus Diagnostic Family
Matco Tools has introduced the MaxFlex (part number MDMAXFLEX), a full-featured, Android-based diagnostic tablet that was designed for pure flexibility to meet the needs of all technicians and budgets in the professional automotive industry.
Using A TPMS Tool As An Information Database In The Bay
Anybody can make assumptions that a certain make or model requires a certain relearn procedure. Most of the time you might be right, but that one educated guess that is wrong could cost you lost time at best, or a comeback with the TPMS light on at the worst. Walking into any TPMS service with the right information in your hands can help to make the service profitable.
Nissan TPMS Service – The Right Tools Make All The Difference
There is only one trick to service Nissan TPMS systems, and that is to buy the right tools.
Functional Scanner Testing
In this training program, Instructor Jim Wilson show you how to go deeper in your tool for more thorough and insightful diagnostics.
Tool Rules: Sniffing Out Engine Problems
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Many technicians think an emissions analyzer is only useful for troubleshooting emission faults or for verifying a vehicle is in emissions compliance (not polluting). Truth is, an emissions analyzer is a great tool for diagnosing a wide variety of engine performance problems, even coolant leaks due to a blown head gasket.
Tool Rules: Welding on the Spot
Due to the misconceptions and lack of knowledge regarding squeeze-type resistance spot welding and its equipment, we conducted a welding machine challenge — a test that would simulate working on a vehicle and help school instructors, shop owners and collision techs make better decisions when purchasing a machine.
Fuel Pressure Diagnostic Service
Use a scan tool that can look at special direct fuel injection parameters and perform bidirectional tests.
Wheel Speed Sensors and Bearings
The only way to diagnose the sensor and circuit is with a scan tool or scope.Â
High-Pressure GDI Fuel Pumps
When solving a fuel pump issue, the scan tool is your best friend.
