Mastering the Numbers
Ford Focus IAT Causes A/C Malfunction
Vehicle: 2012 Ford Focus, L4-2.0L, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
Mileage: 89,306 miles
Problem: The vehicle was brought to the shop because the A/C stopped working.
Ford F59 Loses Power After Hitting Bump
Vehicle: 2022 Ford F59 Commercial Chassis, V8-7.3L, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
Mileage: 21,322 miles
Problem: The truck was brought to the shop because after hitting a bump, and the engine would not accelerate. The malfunction indicator light (MIL) came on. The owner also noticed that the hill assist, AdvanceTrack, and traction control were disabled.
Toyota Tundra ABS Problems After Brake Repairs
Vehicle: 2000 Toyota Tundra Access Cab SR5, 2WD, V8-4.7L (2UZ-FE), Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
Mileage: 168,221 miles
Problem: The customer just had all brake pads, calipers and wheel cylinders, as well as both front ABS sensors replaced at another shop. After the repairs, the owner noticed that when slowing down to stop or for a speed bump, the ABS would shudder and shake as if the brakes were slipping or the tires had lost traction.
Ford Explorer Fails Smog Test
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Explorer, 4WD, V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN E, EFI, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
Mileage: 195,833 miles
Problem: This vehicle failed smog inspection, and the malfunction indicator light (MIL) was on.
Young Techs Rebuilding Cars and Lives
AutoZone® and TechForce™ Team Up to Celebrate the Rising Stars in our Industry
In a world where technical know-how is essential, but compassion can be sometimes hard to find, a new wave of automotive technicians is proving that success isn’t just about horsepower and torque specs—it’s about heart.
When Spark Plugs Fix the A/C
Working on modern vehicles can often feel like a love-hate relationship. While testing procedures and diagnostic tools have improved over the years, pinpointing the root cause of a problem has become more challenging, especially after certain shops have had their hands in the engine bay. That was exactly the case for one frustrated technician, who found himself trying to pinpoint a failure under the hood of a 2021 Toyota Tundra—ultimately leading to a quick call to ALLDATA’s Tech Assist team.
Shifting Priorities in the 2025 Collision Industry
Key Insights from FenderBender’s Annual Industry Survey
The collision repair industry continues to evolve rapidly, shaped by shifting market dynamics, technological advancements, and changing consumer expectations. FenderBender’s 2025 Industry Survey Report offers a comprehensive snapshot of this transformation, drawing on responses from hundreds of shop owners and operators across the country. This year’s findings reveal a notable shift in priorities, a renewed focus on insurer relationships, and a growing commitment to technology and training.
Air Tag Finds Keys, Sentra Ignores Them
TRENDING TSB
2020-2024 Sentra and 2021-2024 Rogue customers have reported a frustrating and often intermittent issue where the vehicle won’t start and displays messages like “No I-Key Detected” or “Incorrect Key ID.” According to updated bulletin NTB13-107G, the root cause is usually RF interference from nearby electronic devices.
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