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DPF Regen Failing Explained
Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs) have been around since 2007. By now everyone understands that there are mainly two types of regen events that are run. One is passive, which means...
GUEST BLOG: The Complete Brake Job
Brake system issues are a leading cause of out-of-service violations. When performing brake maintenance, it is important to inspect and maintain the entire braking system to prevent these violations. The...
Step by Step Guide to Troubleshoot and Repair a VGT
What is a VGT? Variable-geometry Turbochargers or VGTs are a type of turbo charger designed to allow the optimum amount of air flow to change depending on engine conditions. The...
Repacking a Hydraulic Cylinder [A Step-by-Step Guide]
There are multiple types of hydraulic cylinders but the process for checking and repacking them is generally the same. There are a few telltale signs that your hydraulic cylinder needs...
Bobcat Skid Steer Actuator Calibrations
On a Bobcat Skid Steer the tilt and lift functions in the hydraulic control valve are operated by the lever electronically. The lever sends a signal to the actuators to move...
FCA Diagnostic Authentication Tips and Tricks
Tyler Robertson here with Diesel Laptops and I want to talk to you about something today that may come up new for a lot of people and this has to...
How To Put Diesel Generators In Diagnostic Mode
Most makes and models of generators need to be put in diagnostic mode to communicate to diagnostic or scan tools. Diagnostic mode allows you to keep the ECM powered to...
Heavy Truck Engine ECM Programming
Programming Engine ECMs One of the most common requests we receive from clients is to purchase software in order to program Electronic Control Modules (ECMs) on today's commercial trucks. Most often...