Ignition Systems: Tough to Work On, Essential to Engine Health
The pro mechanics at One Dirt suggest developing a deeper understanding of the risks, issues and tricky system…
Fixed Operations News April 10The latest In: Dealer News
In Hybrid Vehicle Service, Safety is Priority
Vehicle Service Pros provide a warning on proper tools and care when working on hybrid vehicles. When measuring…
Fixed Operations News April 8
Monroe ‘Everything Gets Old’ Ride Control Campaign Debuts In Major League Baseball Stadiums
It’s Opening Day of the 2013 Major League Baseball (MLB) season – and for Tenneco’s Monroe shocks and…
Dealer/GM News April 2
Working on a High Compression Engine? Choose the Right Starter
One Dirt’s engine-tuning experts discuss selecting the right starter in a high-compression engine, and what kind of fit,…
Fixed Operations News April 1
Competitive Service: Retail Tips for the Used and Service Departments
NCMi reports on intel gathered at the service department’s retail department. Evaluations from a dealer retail professional on…
Finance & Insurance News March 18
Hot Recall: 2013 Dodge Challenger ICE an External Combustion Hazard
Chrysler Group has issued a recall for an issue in the wiring harness in V6 Dodge Challengers. Nearly…
Fixed Operations News March 18
Mechanic’s Advantage: Piston Ring Tips and Tricks
Here, One Dirt reminds mechanics and technicians the importance of piston ring tension for an engine’s performance. Check out these hints…
Fixed Operations News March 11
Scopes for Crankshaft Testing
Search Auto Parts offers a test and mini-manual on scopes and their usefulness in the repair shop. Uses for…
Fixed Operations News March 6
Ghost Faults: Solving the ‘Key-off’ Battery Drain
Sources at Search Auto Parts address one of the most annoying faults a car can have: mystery battery drain.…
Fixed Operations News February 28Assume nothing, test everything: Cutting corners and assuming results only wastes time and money.
Follow the diagnosis process from a professor and professional on a Dodge pickup: We have a 2011 Dodge…
Fixed Operations News February 25