Toyota Coil on Plug Diagnosis
While Toyota and Lexus have always been known as relatively reliable vehicles, they still suffer from ignition coil failures like any other manufacturer.
The Need For a Friction Plate
How A Clutch Works Just because there is no clutch pedal in a car with an automatic transmission, doesn’t mean that there isn’t a clutch. Clutches are not just associated with cars, either. If you have a chain saw or a go kart, they have clutches as well; although...
Do You Have To Be A Computer Expert To Be an Automotive Technician?
With the increasing complexity of most vehicles, many auto mechanics are feeling the pressure to adapt. While you don’t necessarily need to be a computer expert to be an automotive technician, you do need to learn how to use certain computerized tools to work on...
The Importance of Shop Safety in the Automotive Service Workplace
Safety in the automotive service workplace must always remain a top priority, given the number of hazards encountered on a daily basis. Auto shops are extremely hazardous, with a great deal of liability. The business owner is responsible, so any unsafe practices by...
How To Be Successful As An Automotive Technician
High technology has transformed the automotive industry in the past two decades. The term “auto mechanic” is no longer appropriate — now the proper term is “Automotive Technician.” Today’s technician is a well-educated individual who is well versed in electronics,...