Tech Tips

Tech Tip: Diesel Bi-Directional Control Tips

August 23, 2017

In this tech tip from the course LBT-191: Introduction to the Ford 6.4L Diesel, instructor Mark DeKoster shows the advantages of using scan tool bi-directional controls to perform engine diagnostics.

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Tech Tip: After the Flash – To-Do List

August 17, 2017

In this tech tip from the AVI program LBT-293: Mastering the Module Flash, instructor Dave Hobbs reminds technicians just how important it is to follow proper procedures after a vehicle […]

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Tech Tip: Hands On – Hybrid No Start Issues

August 10, 2017

In this tech tip from the AVI program LBT-312: Advanced Scan Tool Testing Strategies, instructor Bill Fulton discusses how Toyota hybrids can have no-start issues simply by having improper MAF […]

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Tech Tip: Oil Changes – Who Cares?

August 3, 2017

In this tech tip from LBT-295: Variable Valve Timing Diagnostics, instructor Ron Bilyeu reminds you that oil isn’t just for lubrication anymore. Today’s engines use oil for a variety of […]

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Tech Tip: Using Amp Probes for Better Diagnostics

July 20, 2017

In this tech tip from the course “LBT-54 Ignition System Testing w/Coil-on-Plug & Misfire Detection“, Instructor Bill Fulton demonstrates how using a Low Current Probe can give you valuable diagnostics […]

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Tech Tip: Cellphone Distress

July 11, 2017

Many different types of modern electronic devices can cause the TPMS light to come on, including cell phones. Instructor Mark DeKoster discusses what to look out for, especially when you […]

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Tech Tip: A/C Systems – New Contaminant Issues

June 22, 2017

Contaminants have always been an issue with mobile A/C systems. In this weeks tech tip, instructor Ron Bilyeu tells you how contaminants can really cause big trouble with the new […]

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Tech Tip: A/C Systems New Contaminant Issues

Contaminants have always been an issue with mobile A/C systems. In this weeks tech tip, instructor Ron Bilyeu tells you how contaminants can really cause big trouble with the new […]

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Tech Tip: Forced Induction – Spark Plug Gap

June 15, 2017

High Performance requires you to think about many things differently, including spark plug gap. In this weeks tech tip from AVI course Essentials of Performance Tuning: Mysteries of Fuel Injection, […]

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Tech Tip: Toyota Reprogramming Strategies

June 8, 2017

In this tech tip, a quick walk through of the Toyota Immobilizer System is featured. Instructor Bob Augustine covers a wide variety of domestic and import programming and flashing procedures […]

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Tech Tip: Hybrid Battery Safety Tips

June 1, 2017

Dealing with hybrid batteries requires the proper safety procedures and test equipment. In this tech tip from the course AP-9: Meter Usage and Electrical Circuit Testing, instructor Dave Hobbs reminds you […]

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Tech Tip: TPMS Liabilities

May 25, 2017

Just what is your shop’s liability regarding the TPMS service light? In this tech tip from LBT-277: Making Money Servicing TPMS, instructor Karl Schneider reminds techs and shop owners the […]

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Tech Tip – A/C Mildew Odors: Afterblow Solutions

May 17, 2017

A common customer complaint is “My A/C smells.” Instructor Dave Hobbs provides you with detailed information on the best way to  eliminate mildew type odors using the Afterblow Module. Watch […]

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Tech Tip: Injectors Flow Rate vs Color Coding

May 4, 2017

As you know, many manufacturers color code their injectors. In this Tech Tip from the AVI course “LBT-83 Fuelish Tips”, instructor Doug Garriott shows how color coding can be a […]

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Tech Tip: ABS Info – Wheel Sensors

May 3, 2017

Instructor Mark DeKoster shows you the proper way to test analog wheel speed sensors. You’ll easily spot the bad sensor when you watch this tech tip from the AVI course […]

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Tech Tip: Ford 6.0 Power Stroke – EGR Carbon Issues

April 27, 2017

Carbon build-up in EGR Valves can always be an issue, especially in diesel engines. Instructor Tony Salas tells you what to look for in this Tech Tip from LBT-165 6.0L […]

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Tech Tip: Spark Duration – How Long is Enough?

April 20, 2017

Does spark knock duration really matter? Of course it does, and Bill Fulton tells you what to look for in this Tech Tip from the course LBT-54 Ignition System Testing […]

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Tech Tip: Common Rail Diesels – Critical Data P.I.D.s with Bob Pattengale

April 13, 2017

Bosch instructor Bob Pattengale discusses a few data P.I.D.s that are the starting points to successful diagnostics of common rail diesel vehicles. You could be wasting valuable time if you […]

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P1285/P1299 Ford Cooling Strategy

March 16, 2017

As technicians we see customers that drive their vehicles into our shops hot as a firecracker. Ford has a strategy to help prevent drivers from destroying their vehicle’s engine due […]

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P0420/P0430 When Propane Enrichment Doesn’t Work

March 7, 2017

In this Tech Tip, Ron Bilyeu will demonstrate how to perform an oxygen storage capacity test on a 2016 Ford showing Codes P0420 and P0430 using a Snap-On Verus Pro. […]

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Tech Tip: O2 Sensors

March 6, 2017

AVI instructor Mark DeKoster presents several great tech tips including lab scope pattern, proper O2 sensor replacement, and fuel vs. ignition misfire analysis using O2 sensor voltage changes.   Join […]

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Ford Powerstroke 6.7L

Hands On: Ford Powerstroke 6.7L Review

March 1, 2017

Sneak Preview of AVI’s Upcoming Course on the Ford Powerstroke In this tech tip, Tony Salas covers the fact that everything is now housed in the PCM. Tony will review […]

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Tech Tip: Critical Thinking Skills

July 5, 2016

It doesn’t matter if you’ve seen the “same” problem over and over again, when a vehicle comes into your shop, you should always treat a vehicle like it has a […]

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Tech Tip: Typical Parasitic Current Draw Values

Instructor Dave Hobbs will show the difference between key out and key in when it comes to parasitic current draw in reference to battery life. Dave will also walk you […]

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Tech Tip: Wear and Tear

We’re all rough on our tools. Day to day wear and tear can really affect the quality of your equipment. If you have a bad tool, don’t let it trick […]

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Tech Tip: What is ESD?

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is the sudden flow of electricity between two objects caused by contact. Peter Orlando will fill you in on what causes ESD, how to keep yourself safe, […]

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Focus On Ford, LiveStream, Live

Focus on Ford ARCHIVED

March 18, 2016

Join us for the ARCHIVED Livestream of the 1 hour LiveStream event with instructor Ron Bilyeu. adidas superstar soldes In this “Focus on Ford” class, Ron will discuss Ford Eco-boost […]

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Tech Tip: The Easy Steps to Module Reprogramming

March 15, 2016

As cars become more advanced with having more computers onboard, we as technicians are realizing that fixing the issue is nothing more than replacing software in the PCM or other […]

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Tech Tip: Reprogramming vs. Recalibration

Reprogramming and recalibration are terms that are easily mistaken. In this tip Mark clarifies the differences between these two terms and explains the typical situations technicians face when reprogramming and […]

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Tech Tip: How Many Modules?

This tip gives you an inside look at a 2015 Chevy Malibu. louboutin femme Bob will take you through the different sensors and modules that make up the start-stop technology […]

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Tech Tip: Sensor Batteries

March 8, 2016

To conserve battery power, these sensors basically “go to sleep”. Karl will cover how to wake them up and reactivate the signals. You may need some type of special activation […]

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Tech Tip: Shop Responsibility

If a vehicle comes into your shop with the TMPS light on and you attempt to fix it, the light must be off before you release the vehicle or you […]

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Tech Tip: Boiling Brake Fluid

Mark DeKoster gives you a few tips on to how remove or replace flex lines using a torch to warm up rust in order to break it free. nike internationalist […]

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Pascal's Law, Brakes, Karl

Tech Tip: Pascal’s Law

Think you’re an expert on hydraulic principles? Did you know that by changing the size of the output piston from the input piston you can gain movement but lose force, […]

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Bosch, Bob Pattengale, AC Repair

Tech Tip: A/C Best Practices

March 4, 2016

Instructor Bob Pattengale of Bosch covers making sure you have the correct amount of refrigerant in the A/C system after a repair. buy ffxiv Items He explains the importance of […]

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