October 2021

Modern Day Testing Strategies for Mechanical Integrity Issues

Tips for Diagnosing High-Mileage Engines

October 4, 2021

You likely have noticed that a significant number of vehicles that have come into your shop lately have six-digit odometer readings. What this could mean is that a mechanical integrity issue may be the cause of a misfire code or a misfire symptom.

Noise, Vibration, Harshness And Your Customers

Addressing Their Complaints

October 4, 2021

Mike Mavrigian

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A variety of noise and vibration levels exist in the normal operation of any vehicle. When noises and/or vibrations are perceived by the customer, the vehicle ends up in your shop, and it’s up to you to determine the cause and repair.

MAF System Diagnostics Need Special Attention

Mass Airflow Sensors are Critical for Obtaining Proper Air/Fuel Ratio, but Understanding This Sensor is Important for Diagnostic Efforts

October 4, 2021

Jeff Taylor

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For an engine to run most efficiently and supply the catalytic converter with the proper gasses, it can convert to non-harmful emissions, the engine’s air-fuel ratio must run as close to the proper stoichiometric ratio as possible.