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J2534
Reprogramming: Time to Get on Board?
RELATED PRODUCTS: iFlash,
CarDAQ |
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Accuracy
of Digital Multimeters
Digital multimeters offer
improved convenience, durability and accuracy over the analog meters
they’ve replaced in the shop environment. The accuracy of these
tools, often taken for granted, can be affected by several factors.
By Mike Dale, Courtesy of Motor Magazine,
January 2008
NOTE: Click here for more about your multimeter: AES#
vt-10, AES#
vt-11, AES#
vt-12, AES#
vt-13 |
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Understanding
Controller Area Networks
The use of CAN and other network
protocols is growing rapidly, as vehicles incorporate complex networks
to control everything from convenience to safety systems. When
problems develop, your understanding of these systems will be
essential.
By Bernie Thompson, Courtesy of Motor Magazine, January 2008 |
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Introduction
to J2534 and Flash Reprogramming
By Drew Technologies, Inc.
- What is J2534? - How does J2534 work? - What equipment do I need?
- How much does each automaker charge? - What are the J2534 websites
for each automaker?
- What do I need to know before I start? - What are the steps in a
reprogramming operation?
- What are the important details for Ford, GM, Chrysler, Honda, and
Toyota?
RELATED PRODUCTS: iFlash,
CarDAQ |
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J2534
Reprogramming: No Flash in the Pan
By Bob Pattengale, Courtesy of Motor
Magazine
"Flashing" a vehicle control module may be the only way to
repair a specific driveability or emissions issue, which is why J2534
reprogramming is vitally important to your shop's future.
RELATED PRODUCTS: iFlash,
CarDAQ |
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TPMS:
Your vehicle has something new to tell you
Courtesy of www.checkmytires.com
RELATED PRODUCTS: TPMS
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Practical
uses of Mode $06,
By Phil Fournier, Courtesy of Master
Technician Magazine |
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Advanced
Mode $06 Diagnostics
By Bob Pattengale, Courtesy of Motor
Magazine |
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Doug’s
“Dirty Dozen" Injectors (Part 1 of 2)
NOTE: Courtesy of Linder
Technical Services
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Calculated
Air Flow
NOTE: Courtesy of PWR Training |
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Vacuum
Gauge & Transducer Testing
NOTE: Courtesy of MOTOR Magazine
RELATED PRODUCT: AES#
F-pv350 |
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Gas
Analyzer Usage Part 1
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Gas
Analyzer Usage Part 2
NOTE: Courtesy of Bob Pattengale |
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Scan
Tool Assessment,
by Bob Pattengale
NOTE: Courtesy of MOTOR Magazine |
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Evaporative
Emissions Testing Part 1
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Evaporative
Emissions Testing Part 2
NOTE: Courtesy of Wells Counterpoint Newsletter |
n SAE
J2534, Are you Reprogramming Yet?
NOTE: An excerpt our July 2005 Monthly newsletter |
n CAN Diagnostics - Are you ready?
by Bob Pattengale
NOTE: An excerpt our October 2004 Monthly newsletter |
| n Clarifying test lead connectors
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| n High Current Probes: Current Events |
| n Low Current Probes: A Comparison of Two Probes |
| n Reducing Signal Noise: Noise Pollution |
| n DSO or PGM: Guidelines for Choosing |
n Special Leads for Special Tests
NOTE: An article in the Sept
2003 edition of the AES monthly newsletter
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| Product Specific Articles and Manuals |
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Backprobe
the DLC the easy way!
Ever need to probe an
inconvenient DLC? The Flash presentation shows you how the AES LineSpi
makes it easy.
NOTE: Click here for more information on this product: AES#
08-200
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Smoothing
a Noisy Signal
When using the Firstlook Model 100 use their Vacuum Adapter to create
a more useful waveform.
NOTE: Click here for more information on this product: AES#
sx-100
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Scan
Tool Ready Bag and the Launch x431...a snug fit!
(video)
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Scan
Tool Ready Bag and the VeDIS...a snug fit!
(video)
The VeDIS scan tool and the Launch x431 has lots of
accessories stored in a huge case. Can all those accessories and
the tool fit inside the bag? Watch the video to find out.
NOTE: Click here for more information on this product: AES#
OBD-200
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Go
With the Flow: Basic Fuel System Analysis
While basic fuel system diagnosis may
begin with a fuel pressure measurement, it certainly shouldn’t end
there. The system’s fuel volume and flow also must be measured and
evaluated. By John Thompson, Courtesy of Motor Magazine, July 2007
NOTE: Click here for more information on this product: AES#
TAL-FSA |
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Tips for using
the Terminator Logic Probe (8mb
file)
NOTE: Click here for more information on this product: AES#
T-72J |
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Case
Study featuring the Ace Misfire Detective
NOTE: Click here for more information on this product: AES#
ace-02 |
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Driveability
Corner: The Ace Mifire Detective from Motor Magazine,
August 2006, by Mark Warren
NOTE: Click here for more information on this product: AES#
ace-02 |
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Driveability
Corner: The SenX Firstlook, part 1,
from Motor Magazine, April 2006
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Driveability
Corner: The SenX Firstlook, part 2,
from Motor Magazine, June 2006
by Mark Warren
An exhaust probe can save you time and improve your diagnostic
accuracy. However, practice, common sense, experience and logical
follow-up testing are required.
NOTE: Click here for more information on this product: AES#
sx-100 |
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Tractor
Diagnostics with a Fluke 98 By:
Chuck Walker |
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Eliminating
the Parts Swapping Boogie
NOTE: This is an overview and case study of the AES#
sx-100 Firstlook Sensor |
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Flatrater:
CA Smog Failure...1989 5.7L 8cyl Chev Truck
NOTE: This is a sample case study from the AES#
FR-10 Flatrater CD |
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Flatrater:
Simple Things...1991 S10 Pickup 4.3L v6!
NOTE: This is a sample case study from the AES#
FR-10 Flatrater CD |
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Trigger
Pickups/Synch Probes: Seeing is believing!
NOTE: An excerpt our April 2005 Monthly newsletter |
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Your
Complete Guide to the MODIS
NOTE: Sample pages from the AES#
csi-10 MODIS,The Complete Guide |
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Silver
Bullet updates
NOTE: An update to Silver
Bullets manual by John Forro |
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ATS E-scope and E-Ignition videos
Get an overview of the E-scope and E-ignition tools and show real
examples of how to use them to quickly solve problems on
automobiles.
• DSL or Cable: 282
kbps Video.
• Dialup: 46
kbps Video.
The videos require Windows Media Player (click HERE
to download). Your Windows Media Player should open and begin to play
the video when you click one of the links. |
n Mercedes
troubleshooters and the Fluke 199 (3-page PDF file)
NOTE: An article highlighting the use of Fluke 199c ScopeMeter by
Mercedes-Benz techs.
Related product sold by AES: AES# F-192
Fluke ScopeMeter |
n Smog
Refresher (7-page PDF file)
NOTE: An excerpt from the Steve McAfee's AES# SM-12 |
n Navigation
of the NGS
NOTE: Video preview of the NGS DVD |
n Basics
of EVAP system testing using an EVAPro
NOTE: Highlights the usefulness and features
of the AES# V-2000e. |
| n Repeatable,
Reliable Test Results Using Drop Pressure Test Equipment (PDF
file) NOTE: Dan Marinucci's April
2004 issue article in Motor Magazine highlighting the AES# WK-45565 |
n Lab
Scopes: Introductory and Advanced (PDF file)
NOTE: Excerpt from Steven McAfee's AES# SM-14 |
n Mastering
Your Lab Scope (7-page PDF file)
NOTE: An excerpt from the Mike Herbert's AES# ADS-10 |
n Lab
& Ignition Scope Diagnostics (2-page PDF file)
NOTE: An excerpt from the Bill Lakow's book. |
n Keeping
your Fluke 98 alive! (AC Adapter and Battery issues)
NOTE: An article in the Feb 2004 edition of the AES monthly newsletter |
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n EPA
list of Top 12 Codes and two tools that help you find their cause
NOTE: An article in the May 2004 edition of the AES monthly newsletter
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