Jason Stahl discusses the service life of various connectors, and how to replace them if they happen to fail early. Sponsored by Intermotor.
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Trying to make do with a battery charger or jumper pack can cost you more than the price of a reflash power supply. Â
Reflashing or reprogramming has become a required skill for more and more repairs. Early reflash procedures were short, and the amount of code exchanged was small. Today, there are more modules and larger files, changes that have increased the demands on a vehicle’s battery and external power supply.
Like any automatic transmission, the condition and level of fluid in a CVT unit will determine the performance.
Timing chain guides are designed to wear, but the guides are designed to last the engine’s life.
The improved flow of exhaust gas to the turbocharger results in quick response and powerful torque buildup.
Troubleshooting the problem comes down to knowing the failure, vehicle or fixtures.
The choice to reflash is the hardest because there is no one solution or single path to follow.
Most articles will tell you to use a torque wrench, but they never explain why.
Cabin air filters will protect the health and well-being of the driver and passengers.
The most common failures you will see are related to the wiring and connectors for the TCU.
