The transmission repair industry sure has a way of keeping its technicians humble. Sometimes, the fix to certain problems can seem to be so obvious until the...
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In the early days, the driver controlled transfer case mode and range positions with a shift lever. Newer designs use a transfer case shift motor to change...
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Diagnosing a transmission malfunction requires gathering as much relevant information as possible before removing the unit...
Before 2005, there were basically a few automatic transmission fluids that shops used to service everything. These were Dexron/ Mercon ATF and Ford Type F. A...
The scan tool interface on today’s vehicles has been around for a long time. In 1978, manufacturers started to roll out a new on-board diagnostic system...
For decades, transmission repair was a hands-on mechanical trade. But as modern transmissions evolve—incorporating hybrid and electric drivetrains...
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are becoming the norm in modern vehicles, with features like lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and...
A drivetrain is needed in automobiles to propel the vehicle; otherwise, it would just be a horse-drawn buggy. Several main components make up the drivetrain...
In preparation for writing a torque converter article, I searched for a catchy title to describe the unit. I found it described as a “Metal Donut” and an...
Conflict is an inevitable part of any business, but in the fast-paced world of automotive repair, tensions can run particularly high. Whether it’s an upset...
In the October/November issue of GEARS, Dennis Madden’s informative article on understanding the systems of shift feel and shift quality brought back so many...
The Torque Converter Rebuilders Association (TCRA) Annual Seminar and Meeting is just around the corner, and this year promises to be one of the most...
Pressure switch systems have been around for a long time now, and in case of confusion, the main purpose is to signal the controller when a specific clutch...
There was a time when an overheating problem in an automatic transmission was blamed on a faulty cooler in the radiator, hot weather, or extreme service like...
Controller programming has become a standard practice in all shops throughout the world. Whether for a new module installation or simply to update the...
Employee satisfaction isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s a must-have, especially in small to mid-sized businesses like automotive repair shops. A happy...
The conversation always starts the same way, but the person asking the question can be involved in vehicle service at any level, from vehicle owner to shop...
Many of you have known me for decades, many of you have had me visit your shops, and many of you have attended seminars or conventions where I have spoken. One...
All multi-speed transmissions have some form of hydraulic control for shift quality optimization. One would think that the emergence of 10-speed transmissions...
We talk a lot about independent repair facilities and the ratio of women to men employed in them, but I was curious to find out what this looks like on a...
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