A PROPER REPAIR REQUIRES A PROPER DIAGNOSIS WHEN REPAIRING A TOYOTA, LEXUS OR SCION VEHICLE, TECHSTREAM LITE HELPS TO ENSURE THAT YOU’RE RECEIVING ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER (OEM)-DEVELOPED DIAGNOSTIC DATA. Users … Learn More
TIPS FOR WORKING WITH CUSTOMERS TIP OF THE ICEBERG You know the results of an insurance company app often miss the real extent of vehicle damage. Help your customers understand … Learn More
KNOWING WHEN TO REPAIR OR REPLACE A RADIATOR OR CONDENSER RADIATOR PERFORMANCE IS DIRECTLY RELATED TO VEHICLE PERFORMANCE. If a radiator is damaged in a collision and not properly repaired, … Learn More
WHEN AND HOW TO USE WELD-THRU PRIMER YOU KNOW A PROPER REPAIR IS MORE THAN JUST RESTORING THE APPEARANCE OF A VEHICLE—it’s protecting the vehicle from corrosion and damage down … Learn More
UNDERSTANDING WHEN TO REPLACE, OR HOW TO REPAIR WEIGHT AFFECTS EFFICIENCY. That’s why Toyota and Lexus use various plastic and resin body parts, which are lighter than steel. Some vehicles … Learn More
AWARENESS, PLANNING, AND COMMUNICATION REQUIRED Disconnecting or reconnecting a 12V battery has more weight than many technicians, estimators, and customers may realize. Both processes require awareness, planning, and communication. When … Learn More
WINDSHIELDS ARE MORE THAN A MEANS TO SEE THE ROAD AHEAD. They actually contribute to the structural integrity of a vehicle, particularly with relation to the strength of the roof … Learn More
USING SEAM SEALERS AND FOAMS Toyota and Lexus vehicles are known for their ride quality,from the quiet interior to the lack of squeaks and rattles. So,when a Toyota or Lexus … Learn More
Using the Right Paint in the Right Places HOW, WHEN, AND WHERE TO USE ANTI-CHIPPING PAINT, TWO-TONE PAINT To make a quality repair on a Toyota or Lexus, you’ll want … Learn More
WHEN REQUIRED AND HOW TO ORDER AN SST, OR SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL, IS DESIGNED TO PERFORM A VERY SPECIFIC TASK. Used to fix a component that isn’t easily repaired by … Learn More