Month: March 2015

  • Steering Angle Sensor and Its Reset with a Scan Tool like MaxiCheck Pro

    Steering Angle Sensor and Its Reset with a Scan Tool like MaxiCheck Pro

    Precise and reliable detection of the steering wheel position is an important challenge in the modern vehicle. This feedback is not only used for the steering function itself, but also for related systems as Electronic Power Steering and Electronic Stability Control ESC, as well as adaptive headlight control or functions like the lane keeping assistant,…

  • Which one should I choose, Allscanner VCX-PLUS Multi Scanner or Porsche PIWISⅡ?

    Which one should I choose, Allscanner VCX-PLUS Multi Scanner or Porsche PIWISⅡ?

    When it comes to making a buying decision, many customers find it is hard since they are confused about the differences between Allscanner VCX-PLUS Multi Scanner and Porsche PIWISⅡ. After reading this article and based on your practical needs, I hope that you can get what you need. Below we’ll describe the differences and similarities…

  • Introduction to AllScanner VCX-PLUS Multi Scanner (Porsche Piwis Tester II V14.35+Land Rover JLR V139 I) with CF30 Laptop

    Introduction to AllScanner VCX-PLUS Multi Scanner (Porsche Piwis Tester II V14.35+Land Rover JLR V139 I) with CF30 Laptop

    With powerful multi-function and full access, AllScanner VCX-PLUS Multi Scanner with CF30 Laptop is the newest specialized tester developed for car DIY diagnostics. Supported by JLR V139 software, it works perfectly for Porsche after 2005, LandRover and Jaguar 3 in 1. Advantages: 1.The package comes with CF30 Laptop. Since the software is preinstalled, you can…

  • Common Questions and Answers about ABS

    Common Questions and Answers about ABS

    Anti-lock braking system (ABS) is an automobile safety system that allows the wheels on a motor vehicle to maintain tractive contact with the road surface according to driver inputs while braking, preventing the wheels from locking up (ceasing rotation) and avoiding uncontrolled skidding. in this article, I summarize several common questions you’ll encounter concerning the…

  • Car Transmission System

    Car Transmission System

    To be simple, transmission system transfers engine power to the wheels in accordance to the specific drive train. To be specific, it works for the conversion of the engine torque and speed to a reasonable value to be forwarded to the drive wheels. Thus, the engine’s torque is efficiently used and the engine can run…

  • Talking with a Car Repair Technician

    Talking with a Car Repair Technician

    It is normal for people to hesitate when they bring their cars into auto shops since they were not sure whether the cars would be properly fixed. Apart from this, they worry that the technicians would talk them out of the original planning. Or you are just too busy to spend the time with them.…

  • Do You Have a Proper Roadside Emergency Kit?

    Do You Have a Proper Roadside Emergency Kit?

    Roadside emergency kit comes into direct use once you are stranded on the roadside. You never know how necessary it is until your car won’t move in the middle of a journey and there is no car shops nearby that you can ask for help. No matter how well you care for your car, fate…

  • Car Steering System

    Car Steering System

    Steering system allows the driver to control the direction of the vehicle by turning the front wheels. It is designed according to the use requirements of the vehicle and can be either in single or multi-axle design. Apart from its control over direction of travel, it also provides control of good maneuverability, smooth recovery from…

  • Issues You May Encounter in Your Car Power Steering

    Issues You May Encounter in Your Car Power Steering

    Car power steering developed fast After WWII. The number of cars manufactured with power steering grew rapidly. Three point five million cars purchased had power steering systems compared to the one million in the early fifties. Nowadays, power steering has become a feature car owners taking for granted. It is has become a standard factory…

  • What Is a Power Window?

    What Is a Power Window?

    A power window is a car window that is raised and lowered by a motor that is controlled by a switch. These windows have become standard equipment on vehicles, replacing the older hand cranked style. When the switch is activated it completes a circuit, sending electricity to the motor which then moves the window up…