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The 2007 edition of the MACS Worldwide Mobile A/C and Engine Cooling System Update clinic is for automotive technicians who want to enhance their service knowledge in those areas. Among the topics covered will be avoiding mistakes while recharging, locating hard-to-find coolant leaks, how to avoid repeat compressor failures and replacing cabin air filters. A number of clinics are already scheduled across the country. Complete schedules can be found at the MACS website at www.macsw.org@clinics.php.

ACDelco recently added the CoverageOne Vehicle Service Plan (VSP) to its offerings to Independent Sen ice Centers (ISCs) that participate in the company's Total Service Support (TSS) program. CoverageOne is designed to protect used-car buyers from unexpected repair costs due to breakdowns and is available for almost every make of vehicle. TSS shops that install and sell ACDelco parts are preferred providers of repairs. If a covered repair is needed, a CoverageOne customer service rep will help vehicle owners identify one of the more than 8000 ACDelco TSS ISCs located in the U.S.

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SKF has introduced a comprehensive e-catalog CD that offers data in interactive format comparable to six of the company's more popular catalogs-Bearing and Seals Passenger Car, Light and Medium Truck Application Catalog; Stocking Guide; Seal Interchange Catalog; Bearing Interchange Catalog: Seal Handbook Catalog; and Bearing Handbook Catalog. The SKF E-Cat CD - "The Power of Knowledge Engineering" (No. 457007) offers application information, specifications, interchange listings and technical tips. It installs only once and does not require a CD for future use or updates. Nor does it require a dedicated Internet connection alter installation, allowing portability on a laptop computer. To obtain a copy of the E-Cat CD, call 800-882-0008 and order by product number 457007. You can also contact your local SKF representative or visit their website at www.vsm.skf.com.

Schrader Bridgeport International has added Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) technical and installation information to its expanded website (www.schrader-bridgeport.com /airaware) and a TPMS tech hotline number at 800-288-1804 for Schrader customers. The toll-free number is manned from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time Monday through Friday, and from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. The company also announces that its AirAware line of TPMS sensors and service packs are now included in monthly eCatalog updates provided by industry suppliers Activant and Wrenchead.

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Repair shops and technicians can earn retailer gift cards valued at up to $75 each by installing Monroe premium brake pads during the 11-mouth "Braking Rewards!" promotion from Tenneco. For every 12 sets of qualifying Monroe pads installed, a participating installer/technician will earn a $25 gift card. In addition to retailer cards, members of the Tenneco Expert Plus program can earn 2000 promotional bonus points through this promotion, which runs through Oct. 31, 2007. For complete details on the Braking Rewards! promotion, contact your local Tenneco/Monroe representative.

Personnel Insight Online is the free website maintained by the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) that helps connect companies and job seekers within the automotive aftermarket, heavy-duty and original equipment supplier industries. There is no charge for companies to post positions and no charge for professionals to advertise their availability. To place an ad, email to joba@mema.org, or visit the website at www:jobs.mema.org.

ANSA Automotive has released its new 2007-08 Silverline Diesel Performance Exhaust Catalog, which covers dual- and single-exhaust systems for current-year light diesel trucks, universal stack kits and an expanded selection of truck tips and accessories. The catalog provides technical data and motorsports information. plus a variety of marketing support materials.

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Jay Buckley, the Bendix Answerman and Honeywell Consumer Products Group technical training manager, will conduct two special seminars at Showpower 2007-also known as the Transmission/Undercar Expo-in St. Louis. On Friday, March 23, Buckley will present the management seminar "Why Transmission Shops Should Offer Brake Service," and will explain in detail how adding this service will dramatically increase shop traffic. On Saturday, March 24, Buckley and Honeywell Consumer Products Group trainer John Myers will present the undercar technical seminar "The 10 Ways to Prevent Brake Comebacks." For further details, visit www.showpowerexpo.com, or call 800-274-7890.

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