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The Transmission Control Module (TCM) is a critical part of your truck’s powertrain, allowing it to shift gears, and it’s very important that you know how to identify and fix a problem. It’s usually located below a cover at the back of the transmission case, just below the engine control module. It can also be …

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An APU is a device that produces electricity in a truck and helps reduce fuel costs. The APU can be used in commercial trucks, airplanes, and marine applications. In some cases, an APU can also be used to power interior appliances and keep the truck cool. It is mounted on the side of the truck, …

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The most common trucking accident is during a right-hand turn. While passenger vehicles can make this turn without leaving their original lane, a tractor-trailer driver must “swing wide” to allow for the extra length of the vehicle. This requires entering the adjacent lane on the left briefly and then making a right turn. Can You …

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When choosing a new truck, you’ll need to consider how much payload the truck can carry, as well as its GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating). Payload capacity is listed on a yellow sticker in the door jamb, and it should be large enough to accommodate the driver and passengers as well as your cargo. Also …

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