As fuel prices remain at all time highs at $3.81/gallon or $1.27/liter in Canada, the push from manufacturers to provide the most fuel efficient vehicles without compromising North American vehicle standards is on. The standard of vehicles we have grown accustomed to include SUV’s and high horsepower engines while the rest of the world has …
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For the 2013 Toyota Corolla, after performing an oil change the MAINT REQD light can be reset by doing the following: 1) Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch once (do not start engine) or turn ignition key to run (one position before starting engine). 2) Ensure Trip Metre A reading is shown. Turn the ignition …
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Just a few days ago, I discussed QR codes and utilizing smartphone technology to engage customers. Interestingly enough I came across a product from Auto Data, a fast lube/ car wash POS software provider, called the eSticker. What makes this software unique is it allows your customers to scan a QR code that directs them …
On September 10, 2012 GoDaddy, one of the world’s largest web hosting companies experienced a technical glitch – websites they hosted could not be accessed including OilReset.com. Although a nuisance, the outage was solved a few hours later and chalked up to a glitch and in turn a learning experience of how to ensure …
The launch of the iPhone 5 has me wondering what impact these devices have on the fast lube industry. It’s clear that smart phones and the internet are ubiquitous and part of our daily routine but how have lubes embraced the technology? On a smaller scale, innovative shops have incorporated w-fi into their waiting areas …
After performing the oil change the “Change Engine Oil Soon” index can be reset by locating the Driver Information Centre (DIC) on the turn signal lever (refer to photo). Here you will find a scrolling thumbwheel and a SET/CLR button. Once located you can do the following to reset the light: 1) Turn the ignition …
2013 Buick Verano “Change Engine Oil Soon” Reset & Fluids Read More »
This is a app introduced by Mac Tools to help organize over 5000 diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) in one place – your smartphone. Typically, anyone who is diagnosing a DTC will have access to a definition table but what if you are a customer who was told the code by a servicing shop for a …
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