Simple Fixes For Bad Battery Connections

2022-08-08 15:10:54 By : Mr. Kevin Chan

Protect Your Fuel Tank and Pump With Delphi Technologies 

Simple Fixes For Bad Battery Connections

Auto Value, Bumper to Bumper Tech OTY Finalists Named

FRAM® Provides Next-Level Engine Protection for the Summer

Protect Your Fuel Tank and Pump With Delphi Technologies 

Simple Fixes For Bad Battery Connections

Auto Value, Bumper to Bumper Tech OTY Finalists Named

FRAM® Provides Next-Level Engine Protection for the Summer

Sponsored By BCA Bearings by NTN

Sponsored By Carter Fuel Systems

Sponsored By NGK Spark Plugs

AC Diagnostics: Troubleshooting Pressures and Temperatures

The most difficult AC complaints to resolve are the system blows warm, or the air is not as cold as it once was. The causes of the declining performance could be caused by a multitude of components and conditions. In a 45-minute webinar, the experts from Transtar AC will cover the possible causes of AC failure.

The training session will cover:

Speakers Andrew Markel, Director of Technical Content, ShopOwner Dennis Husband, ASE Certified Technician, Transtar AC

Sponsored By BCA Bearings by NTN

ShopOwner includes technical and management content and is free to download and read.

The knock sensor is not the only sensor responsible for detecting engine knock.

Throttle-by-wire systems proactively manage the air and fuel going into the combustion chamber.

Underhood Service targets repair shops that derive 50 percent or more of their revenue from the service and repair of under-the-hood systems. The expanding amount of knowledge and capital needed to keep up with technological advances has led these shop owners to concentrate on underhood systems, while also offering preventive maintenance services on most major vehicle systems. By subscribing, you’ll receive the ShopOwner digital edition magazine (12 times/year) featuring articles from Underhood Service and the Underhood Service eNewsletter (twice weekly). Access to digital editions, contests, news, and more are ready for you today!

Underhood Service targets repair shops that derive 50 percent or more of their revenue from the service and repair of under-the-hood systems. The expanding amount of knowledge and capital needed to keep up with technological advances has led these shop owners to concentrate on underhood systems, while also offering preventive maintenance services on most major vehicle systems. By subscribing, you’ll receive the ShopOwner digital edition magazine (12 times/year) featuring articles from Underhood Service and the Underhood Service eNewsletter (twice weekly). Access to digital editions, contests, news, and more are ready for you today!

ByUnderhood Service Staff Writers on Jul 15, 2022

High underhood temps, increased power demands and vibration can damage alternators or starters. Sponsored by ACDelco.

Don’t settle for “almost” - it matters where the engine is manufactured or remanufactured. Sponsored by ACDelco.

Brake pads are thoroughly developed to produce the best result. This video is sponsored by ZF Aftermarket.

Click here  to view past issues.

Get the latest news, insights, and more delivered directly to you inbox.

Sometimes the obvious cause of a vehicle complaint isn’t the right one. Your diagnostic skills are key.

In this article originally published in our sister publication Transmission Digest, author Mike Greer outlines what can go wrong with a car’s starting or electrical system. It’s simple, says Greer, “starting with the battery and ending with, well, the battery.” According to the author, seemingly every week, his shop gets a vehicle in that has an issue at the battery terminals; and if it isn’t causing an issue right now, it will sooner or later.AdvertisementRead The Complete Article Now Greer highlights several cars, including a 2009 Honda Civic, a 2014 Honda Pilot and a 1999 Toyota 4Runner that all apparent transmission problems that turned out to be battery-related issues. Whether or not you work on imports, proper diagnostic procedures can save the day. Many times, it’s a simple fix. Figure 1. This article was contributed by Mike Greer, who has been with Certified Transmission since 1996 and been in the industry since 1987. He is an ASE master technician and has served as a master builder for the company in the past. 

Greer highlights several cars, including a 2009 Honda Civic, a 2014 Honda Pilot and a 1999 Toyota 4Runner that all apparent transmission problems that turned out to be battery-related issues.

Whether or not you work on imports, proper diagnostic procedures can save the day. Many times, it’s a simple fix.

This article was contributed by Mike Greer, who has been with Certified Transmission since 1996 and been in the industry since 1987. He is an ASE master technician and has served as a master builder for the company in the past. 

Diagnostics:  TPMS Sensor Signals

Diagnostics:  Listen Better to Improve Repair Shop Diagnostic Skills

Diagnostics:  Air Management For The FSI V6 And V8 Engines

Diagnostics:  Mode $06 Misfire Diagnosis

Technical resources to help diagnose and repair engine-related service issues.