Catching Problems Early Proactive maintenance helps technicians get ahead of potential vehicle breakdowns. There are scheduled dates for inspection and the maintenance of critical parts. Critical parts such as the transmission system, braking system, steering and suspension systems, wheels, tires, the exhaust system, the electrical system, belts and hoses, and other critical parts are inspected…
The Elements of a PM Plan Preventative maintenance helps auto shops and fleet managers save money and be more efficient. Whether it’s maintaining inventory or executing successful repairs, a PM plan can optimize vehicle servicing. Preventative maintenance is comprised of four basic elements: engineering, economics, psychology, and execution. Each of these elements plays an important…
Tracerline’s advanced, OEM-Grade fluorescent leak detection dyes have been featured on the front cover of ACtion’s March 2019 issue. The 6-page article provides an overview of Tracerline’s highly effective leak detection dyes and the science behind fluorescent leak detection technology. Although the article focuses on finding coolant leaks, it notes that leak detection dyes can be applied to refrigerant leaks, oil, transmission, brake, power steering, and hydraulic system leaks as well.
Preventative maintenance can save your company’s vehicle fleet hundreds – even thousands – of hours per year. Vehicle downtime hurts productivity and is six times costlier than an emergency, corrective maintenance.
UV Multi-Colored Fluid Dye Kit Tracerline’s UV Multi-Colored Fluid Dye Kit has been featured on the cover of Professional Tool and Equipment Magazine’s December 2017 Issue. It is the first and only completely customizable, color-coded leak detection kit for all fluid-based vehicle systems. With a set of color-coded leak detection dyes, a single technician can…
When you find fluid leaking from your car, you need to act fast to fix the leak. If the fluid is dark and oily, it’s most likely engine oil.
UV Leak Detection LeakFinder® is releasing several new products to their line of cost-effective automotive aftermarket solutions. LeakFinder® UV fluorescent dyes provide high-quality leak detection for all automotive air conditioning systems containing R-134a, R-1234yf, or other widely used refrigerants. LeakFinder® also offers dyes for oil-based fluids – addressing systems containing oil, fuel, transmission fluid, power…
Tracerline® is releasing a new line of fluorescent leak detection products made specifically for R-1234yf A/C systems. To meet industry trends, Tracerline® has developed leak detection products made specifically for R-1234yf A/C systems. The product line includes complete leak detection kits, dye injection kits, and replacement dyes. Tracerline® R-1234yf leak detection dyes are co-solvent free and are manufactured using OEM-Grade Lubricant.
Cool Seal™ A/C Leak Sealer is a unique additive that seals slow, pesky leaks in compressors, condensers, evaporators, accumulators, O-rings and hoses ─ quickly and permanently. The non-polymer, oil-soluble formula is safe for A/C system components and recovery equipment and is compatible with all popular refrigerants, including R-1234yf (requires TP-9831CS adapter). Cool Seal is a practical alternative to expensive parts replacement on older, high-mileage vehicles and can remain safely in the system to guard against future leaks, making it ideal for preventive maintenance.
Tracerline’s TP-9364 PRO-Alert™ IR electronic refrigerant leak detector saves time, money, and most importantly, the environment from harmful emissions. Certified to meet the SAE J2791 and J2913 standards, which establish new certification procedures and leak detection requirements for certification of electronic probe-type leak detectors.
