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As long as you make 100% sure you get no air in the system by letting the MC get low the ABS won’t be a problem. If you get air in the system then you may need a scan tool to cycle the ABS to remove the air. As for getting air in the system by opening the bleeders. Not very easy to do unless you apply air pressure to the bleeders. The way they operate keeps air out as long as you keep the reservoir full at the master cylinder.
As long as you make 100% sure you get no air in the system by letting the MC get low the ABS won’t be a problem. If you get air in the system then you may need a scan tool to cycle the ABS to remove the air. As for getting air in the system by opening the bleeders. Not very easy to do unless you apply air pressure to the bleeders. The way they operate keeps air out as long as you keep the reservoir full at the master cylinder.
US regs are FMVSS108 Canadian are CMVSS108 Both prohibit HID conversion of existing headlamp units. Factory HID units are actually unique currently. They operate under specific FMVSS108 exemptions granted for each model using them.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Federal_Motor_Vehicle_Safety_Standard_108
Has links to both standards for those interested.
US regs are FMVSS108 Canadian are CMVSS108 Both prohibit HID conversion of existing headlamp units. Factory HID units are actually unique currently. They operate under specific FMVSS108 exemptions granted for each model using them.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Federal_Motor_Vehicle_Safety_Standard_108
Has links to both standards for those interested.
Basically I’m in the same camp as Eric. Synthetics have there place and in some areas they really work better. For instance synthetic gear lubes for diffs/trans and transfer cases when you live in the cold climate locations.
There is a video from a training outfit on youtube where they talk about all the specific oils used in different makes and models, The end result is that some of these auto companies are refusing to honor the warranty because the wrong oil was used.Another item to keep in mind is viscosity ratings. Today’s engines are built with tighter clearances and smaller oil passages, they spec a viscosity for those conditions and if you decide to use some 10W40 when the spec is for 5W30 you could cause wear or other cold start problems.
Basically I’m in the same camp as Eric. Synthetics have there place and in some areas they really work better. For instance synthetic gear lubes for diffs/trans and transfer cases when you live in the cold climate locations.
There is a video from a training outfit on youtube where they talk about all the specific oils used in different makes and models, The end result is that some of these auto companies are refusing to honor the warranty because the wrong oil was used.Another item to keep in mind is viscosity ratings. Today’s engines are built with tighter clearances and smaller oil passages, they spec a viscosity for those conditions and if you decide to use some 10W40 when the spec is for 5W30 you could cause wear or other cold start problems.
All of the new electronics integration has one big downside. It makes it harder to concentrate on the actual driving of the vehicle. The upside is that this will be a big boon to the body shops. :woohoo:
As for the repair side many of these systems are module based. About like working with a flash ECM. Plug it in, flash it with the correct info using the VIN and it works. The problem will be the same as it is with ECMs currently, How much money does the independent want to spend to provide the service? Take a look at the current pricing for ECM flash data and add each module to that.
Then you have the data security to think about. How do you ensure that ONLY the proper people have access to the flash software and feature enabling items. Take On-Star for instance it has the ability already to do MUCH more than is advertised. Most of it is turned off or only usable with court order or similar. Vehicle tracking through GPS, ability to monitor ALL the aspects of the vehicle that are on the data buss, Ability for remote activation of any ECN controlled item in the vehicle. All the fuss that was being made over the “black boxes” in the cars that could be abused by the police/insurance companies? That is just the very tip of what is actually already in that system. Now you add in the cell phone linking, data transfer and the self driving controls (park assist or more)!
I’ll be more than happy to tell the customer “Sorry that is something I don’t work on”All of the new electronics integration has one big downside. It makes it harder to concentrate on the actual driving of the vehicle. The upside is that this will be a big boon to the body shops. :woohoo:
As for the repair side many of these systems are module based. About like working with a flash ECM. Plug it in, flash it with the correct info using the VIN and it works. The problem will be the same as it is with ECMs currently, How much money does the independent want to spend to provide the service? Take a look at the current pricing for ECM flash data and add each module to that.
Then you have the data security to think about. How do you ensure that ONLY the proper people have access to the flash software and feature enabling items. Take On-Star for instance it has the ability already to do MUCH more than is advertised. Most of it is turned off or only usable with court order or similar. Vehicle tracking through GPS, ability to monitor ALL the aspects of the vehicle that are on the data buss, Ability for remote activation of any ECN controlled item in the vehicle. All the fuss that was being made over the “black boxes” in the cars that could be abused by the police/insurance companies? That is just the very tip of what is actually already in that system. Now you add in the cell phone linking, data transfer and the self driving controls (park assist or more)!
I’ll be more than happy to tell the customer “Sorry that is something I don’t work on”Compression fittings on a brake line are illegal in all states. For an Emergency repair where you have to get home they may work.
Compression fittings on a brake line are illegal in all states. For an Emergency repair where you have to get home they may work.
One thing I heard mentioned was about buying used tools. Good idea except when it comes to getting them replaced. I know one major tool company now requires you to show the original receipt before they will replace a broken/worn tool off the truck. Nothing like having them tell you they won’t replace a $2.00 “lifetime” socket when you have a $10,000.00 box with their name on it. 👿
One thing I heard mentioned was about buying used tools. Good idea except when it comes to getting them replaced. I know one major tool company now requires you to show the original receipt before they will replace a broken/worn tool off the truck. Nothing like having them tell you they won’t replace a $2.00 “lifetime” socket when you have a $10,000.00 box with their name on it. 👿