Timing Belt Replacement on Jeep’s 2.4L PowerTech Engine
In its short life, the engine was available in the 2002-’06 Jeep Liberty (first generation), as well as the 2004-’06 Jeep Wrangler, but was discontinued when Jeep introduced the Compass and Patriot small crossovers.
Transmission Tech Tip: Active Radius
Many newer design clutch friction discs are designed with a thinner band of friction material than the original disc that came in the vehicle.
Beck/Arnley Launches New Website
Beck/Arnley has launched a new website to highlight its line of genuine, OE-quality fluids specifically designed for Asian import vehicles. The Beck/Arnley fluid line covers such vehicles as Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Toyota, Lexus, Scion, Subaru, Nissan, Infiniti, Acura and Honda.
New TransTec Smart Phone App Identifies Transmissions by Vehicle
A new smart phone app that identifies automatic transmissions in virtually any vehicle in the world is now available free from Corteco, supplier of TransTec transmission and power steering kits.
BorgWarner Provides Friction Technology for ZF’s Automatic Hybrid Transmissions
BorgWarner has announced that its expertise in friction plate design and materials will be used to improve shift performance and efficiency for the ZF full hybrid 8-speed automatic transmission. The parallel hybrid transmission launched in the 2012 Audi Q5 Hybrid Quattro and also will be featured in the Audi A6, A8 and BMW 5-series hybrids.
Bar’s Leaks and Rislone Launch Tech Minute and ‘How To’ Video Series
Bar’s Leaks and Rislone have launched two video series to help consumers choose and use the right vehicle maintenance and performance chemicals for their needs. The Tech Minute videos feature “affordable solutions to expensive repairs” from Bar’s Leaks and Rislone.
Tech Tip: Subaru A/T Temp Light Flashing, But No DTCs Stored, Erratic Shifting Complaint
If you encounter a late-model D4AT-equipped vehicle with an erratic shifting complaint, and possible a DTC P0712 in memory, there may be a poor connection in the transmission wiring harness. There have been cases of open circuits or high resistance isolated to the white plastic pass-through section of the transmission harness or the harness itself. It’s important to note that the P0712 may not be set when the condition occurs.
47RE/48RE Converter Update from JASPER
Jasper Engines & Transmissions has made an update to the Chrysler 47RE/48RE transmissions commonly found in Dodge RAM pickups.
Tech Talk: ‘Baywatch’
Problem “models” that technicians see on a regular basis
Valeo to Partner with ExtremeWrench.com
Valeo has partnered with ExtremeWrench to offer rewards points to Independent Repair Shops via the ExtremeWrench rewards portal.
Tech Tip: Hyundai MIL On with DTCs Set and Fail Safe Mode, Harsh Engagement
An improperly functioning input speed sensor or output speed sensor may result in the following conditions: Check Engine light on; Harsh P-R or P-D engagement shock; Transaxle in third gear fail-safe; and/or Diagnostic trouble codes.
Mast Motorsports Launches Powertrain Division
Mast Motorsports, manufacturer of high-performance engines and components for the automotive aftermarket, has announced the launch of its new Powertrain division.