Tech Tip: ECM Replacement Service Procedure for Nissan Vehicles
If you confirm that the Electronic Control Module (ECM) needs to be replaced on a 2000 MY or later Nissan vehicle, or a 1999 MY vehicle Frontier (D22), Quest (V41) or Pathfinder (R50) from VIN JN8AR07**XW350101, complete the actions listed in this Tech Tip.
Tech Tip: Hyundai ABS/TCS Activation
During some driving conditions, an underinflated T125/70D15 compact spare tire, installed on one of the front wheel positions, may result in the following symptoms on a 1999-2004 Sonata: ABS/TCS and brake warning lights may set on the dashboard; and the vehicle may not accelerate over certain driving speeds.
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
Tech Tip: Brake Maintenance and Inspection
The brake actuating system, consisting of the master cylinder, calipers, hoses and wheel cylinders, experiences wear each time the driver applies the brakes. Some drivers rarely use their brakes and therefore never wear out a set of brake linings. Nevertheless, no matter how little the brakes are used, moisture contamination and rust will eventually cause the brake actuating system to fail.
Tech Feature: Getting Up to Speed on Hybrid Vehicles
Hybrids are hot. As the price of gasoline goes up, so does the demand for new vehicles that can squeeze more miles per gallon from every drop of gasoline. Hybrids do that by combining the best of both worlds: electric power for low-speed, stop-and-go driving, and gasoline power for highway cruising and long-range driving.
Spicer Chassis Increases Control Arm Coverage by 129 Part Numbers; Publishes New Spicer Chassis eSelect Catalog
Spicer Chassis has increased its control arm coverage by 129 part numbers. The Spicer Professional Grade chassis part number announcement is part of a larger plan for Spicer to expand its first-to-market action plan, the company said. The new control arms arrive complete and cover applications ranging from luxury imports to heavy-duty pick-ups.
Streamlight Introduces Microstream LED Flashlight
Weighing just over 1 ounce, the new, ultra-compact key-chain light utilizes a new .5-watt high-flux LED, as well as Streamlight’s proprietary Micro Optical System (MOS) technology, to deliver exceptionally bright light while also optimizing runtime. Built to the high standards for professionals, the MicroStream LED key-chain light is perfect for personal use.
Tech Tip: Diagnosing Toyota Vehicle Skid Control Systems
Some 2000-2001 Toyota Avalon vehicles equipped with the Vehicle Skid Control (VSC) System may exhibit "VSC" and "VSC OFF" lights on (DTC C1301/42) in conjunction with a MIL "ON" (DTCs P0440, P0441 and/or P0446).
Streamlight Now Offers Enhanced Stylus LED Flashlight
Streamlight Inc. recently introduced the Streamlight Stylus Pro LED, a brighter and more powerful version of its popular Stylus penlight, designed to give professionals in a wide range of industries increased features and visibility.
Ingersoll Rand Releases 3-Inch Cordless Cut-Off Tool
Ingersoll Rand has extended its line of IQV Series cordless tools again to include the GC25 cut-off tool. As the first of its kind, the GC25 3-inch cordless cut-off tool joins a platform of tools that already includes several models of Impactools, drill/drivers, ratchets, grinders and lights.