WorkshopData Tech

Identifying a vehicle is the critical first step to finding a relevant part or piece of information. Locating the identification plate can be time-consuming. Tech features a locator as standard that shows the mechanic the precise location of the identification plate on the vehicle.

The VIN (vehicle identification number) is a unique serial number used by the automotive industry to identify individual vehicles. It is also the key to determining a vehicle’s legality and status. HaynesPro Tech features a VIN decoder which will identify the vehicle precisely. It will also present additional search options including engine code, TecDoc and European Type Approval codes. Depending on the country, a number plate search may also be available. Our graphics-based vehicle selection based on the three-step identification of make, model and type can be customised with vehicle colours and is also available as a separate data set. The HaynesPro vehicle definition leads you to a unique engine code.

Car

Subject	Features
Identification data	VIN and identification plate locations VIN decoder

Truck

Subject	Features
Identification data	VIN and identification plate locations VIN decoder

HaynesPro maintenance guides are clear, comprehensive and, above all, helpful. Full maintenance schedules, which are printable for convenience, are provided for make – model – derivative, presented by intervals and broken down by vehicle area (engine, steering, etc.). Where necessary, there are links to detailed and annotated technical drawings of components, showing their location, as well as to subsections relating to additional aspects of the task. There are instructions on how to disconnect and reconnect batteries, program ignition keys and reset service indicators and tyre pressure monitoring systems. Additional work is also displayed, for example relating to a car with a high total mileage at the time of routine service. All tasks have a corresponding time and a total time is displayed at the top and bottom of the page. A unique feature is the availability of logical follow-up tasks which makes it easier to complete the work sheet. A single overview of the all-important service intervals gives a quick indication of tasks that might be required.

Car

Subject	Features
Maintenance	Maintenance schedules (OEM-based) Printable work sheets Links to generic parts Follow-up tasks Additional tasks Service times Service indicator reset Timing belt renewal intervals Tyre pressure monitoring system

Truck

Subject	Features
Maintenance	Maintenance schedules (OEM-based) Smart links to adjustment data Printable work sheets and cost estimates Reset procedure for the Service indicator Links to generic parts

‘Comprehensive’ doesn’t begin to describe the extent of the information contained in this section of Tech. The specifications provided range from torque settings to cylinder firing order, from idle speed to NOx emissions, and from cooling system cap pressure to rear brake disc thickness.

Car

subject	features
Adjustment data	Ancillary drive belt Wheel alignment Emission data Tyre sizes and pressures Torque settings Air-conditioning service connectors Capacities

Truck

subject	features
Adjustment data	Emission data Wear limits Wheel alignment settings Torque settings Capacities

Again, all conceivable specifications are provided here, conveniently linked to related data for ease of use, and featuring technical illustrations showing the location of filler and drain plugs.

Cars | Truck

subject	features
Lubricants and fluids	Qualities and viscosities

Helpfully, Tech features detailed, step-by-step repair and service instructions for those tasks which, while being relatively routine, require specific procedures for the car in question. Again, Tech provides technical illustrations and, where necessary, reference numbers identifying special tools. In this way, Tech helps boost productivity and improve workshop flow.

Cars

subject	features
Repair manuals	Timing belt; removal/installation Timing chain; removal/installation Ancillary drive belt; removal/installation Clutch: removal/installation Manual transmission; removal/installation Cooling system; drain/refill Engine assembly; removal/installation

Truck

subject	features
Repair manuals	Automatic transmission level and drain / refill Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) Semi-automatic transmission level and drain / refill Clutch: removal/installation Valve clearances Injector: removal/installation

Helping to ensure that the vehicle conforms to safety standards, HaynesPro Tech also features official recall data.

Cars

subjects	features
Recalls	Safety related recall actions issued by OEM Link to fault codes and related cases

Truck

subjects	features
Recalls	Safety related recall actions issued by OEM

HaynesPro expands official repair times to take account of associated tasks, making its data more helpful and relevant in the real world. The module contains numerous included tasks for overlap calculation. By listing follow-up tasks we ensure that no labour times are overlooked. This helps to maximise workshop revenue.

Cars | Truck

subject	features
Repair times	Overlap technology Standard labour times Link to generic parts Follow-up work

A picture is worth a thousand words. HaynesPro has over 100,000 high-quality technical drawings in its database. Far from being generic images, these are bespoke illustrations with featured parts highlighted for ease of identification and the option to link directly to a shopping cart in a parts catalogue. Torque settings are indicated in the drawing to ensure that the correct torque is used for the specified bolt/nut. There are also notifications for bolts/nuts which must be renewed and of any requirement for using locking compound.

Cars | Truck

subject	features
Technical Drawings	Links to generic parts Torque settings

As trucks are often used in combination with trailers, TruckSET also includes information on trailers and axles. This information, which is added on the basis of market feedback, allows mechanics to service truck–trailer combinations. TruckSET allows the user to build a custom truck or trailer from the various components stored in the database. The truck or trailer can subsequently be saved for future reference alongside all relevant data. Trucks and trailers are usually constructed from such a wide range of different components that sometimes the manufacturers (OEMs) themselves are unable to advise workshops about the exact parts used on a truck or trailer. The mechanic often needs additional information, such as dimensions, colour, brand, and TruckSET’s ‘Parts Memo’ feature allows users to keep track of specific parts, together with their specifications and characteristics.

Truck

subjects	features
Truck and trailer configurator	Create your own truck/trailer configuration from scratch Save truck and/or trailer configurations Transmission database Axle database