Larger Vehicles are No Problem for Rotary Lift
Rotary Lift introduces a line of 14,000-lb. capacity four-post general service and alignment lifts, which enable technicians to work on most light-duty vehicles. The new models replace the company’s 12,000-lb. four-post lifts. These new lifts offer longer runways so they can accommodate vehicles with wheelbases up to 212-1/2".
Hunter’s New WinSI Inspection Lane Software Adds Service, Sales and Management Capabilities
The next generation of WinSI software for Hunter’s PC-based automated brake, sideslip and suspension systems introduces five new or upgraded capabilities that expand the systems’ service, shop management and merchandising capabilities. An upgrade version of the software is available for shops with Hunter PC-based Inspection Lane equipment already installed.
Hunter’s PowerSlide Slip Plates Save Alignment Technicians Time and Effort
Hunter’s PowerSlide slip plate locking mechanism secures the rear wheel slip plates with the touch of a button. With PowerSlide slip plates, technicians no longer have to make extra trips around the vehicle or struggle to remove and replace lock pins during alignment procedures.
Mohawk Lifts Introduces New Literature on the MP-18/MP-24 Mobile Column Lifts
Mohawk’s new detailed four-page flyers show lift users the features and benefits of Mohawk mobile column lifts. The MP Series is ideal for just about any job – strong enough to raise 18,000 lbs per column. The columns are easy to move and you have ability to add up to eight columns – almost nothing is above your lifting capabilities.
Mohawk Lifts Introduces New Literature on the LMF-12 and TP-16 Lifts
Mohawk’s new detailed four-page flyers show lift users the features and benefits of Mohawk twin post lifts. The LMF-12 and the TP-16 are ideal for the smallest cars through medium-duty work trucks, Mohawk’s two post lifts require minimal shop space, leave tires hanging freely and give complete under-vehicle access.
RTI Technologies to Raise the Bar at 2007 AAPEX with the Introduction of Several New Products
RTI Technologies, Inc. has just announced the public unveiling of its SAE J2788 compliant air conditioning service machine will occur at the 2007 AAPEX show in Las Vegas at the end of October. RTI’s new machine, the RHS 980, will fully conform to the new SAE J2788 standard and has been designed with the service technician in mind.
Automatic Transmissions: From Mechanical to Electronic to Hybrid
A long time ago in a service bay, preventive maintenance for an automatic transmission was an oil change, band and throttle linkage adjustment. The 1960s saw the end of external band adjustments. In the 1970s, the drain plug went away and the pick up screen was replaced with a filter. In the 1980s, a turbo
2006 Ford Explorer Pointers
Photo 2). Another change for the 4.6L in 2006 is that it no longer uses a knock sensor. Both, the 4.0L and the 4.6L use a PCM-controlled heated PCV valve. The PCV valve on the 4.0L SOHC engine is located in the back of the left valve cover, mounted horizontally, and is well hidden from
Diagnosing & Servicing Automatic Transmissions
To prevent having any service from being over sold or under sold, it is important to not only know that a particular service should be performed, but also why it should be performed. That knowledge can also help you spot when to recommend that service, and when not to. When speaking about transmission fluid, the
Snap-on Classic 96 Tool Organization Solution Provides Strength, Lasting Value
The 24-inch deep, 72-inch wide Classic 96 (KRA2418) storage center from Snap-on Tools offers a mammoth 31,000 cubic inches of storage space. The unit’s 18 drawers can be configured to almost any specification, with 2-inch mounting centers located throughout the unit.
Servicing Solutions: In the Clutch…Servicing Dual-Mass Flywheels
A dual-mass flywheel is essentially two flywheels in one that provides some spring cushioning to dampen torsional crankshaft vibrations and shock loading when the clutch is engaged. Think of it as a flywheel with some “give.” The two-piece assembly has a front “primary” flywheel and a rear “secondary” flywheel. The primary flywheel bolts to the
Mercedes-Benz: Transmission Service and Other Maintenance Essentials
Consistently rated as well engineered and well built, the Mercedes line fills almost every class of vehicle today, from small fuel-efficient people-movers like the Smart Car, to large over-the-road trucks and every niche in between. Our shop performs routine maintenance and more involved repairs on hundreds of Mercedes vehicles every year. Most of the models