Tech Tip: Do 2WD, 4WD and AWD Vehicles Need Different Tire Solutions?
I live in the snow belt, so I am well used to those days when a simple 45-minute drive to, say, take the kids to the circus can become a frightening eight-hour return trip. Around here, two hours of clowns and elephants is long enough for Mother Nature to hammer us with two feet of "partly cloudy." And, living in Ohio means road-clearing crews are usually hours behind the bell. But, that’s another story.
Power Probe Offers Vehicle-Specific Brake Bleeder Adapter Kits
Power Probe has assembled Master Cylinder Brake Bleeder Adapters into convenient vehicle-specific kits making it even easier to get the right tool for the job. Power Probe Master Cylinder Adapters are designed with expandable O-rings which provide a leak-proof seal every time.
Directions: Techs Offer Feedback on Proposed A/C Refrigerant Ban
The following comments regarding the proposed ban on the sale of automotive refrigerant to consumers (see page 32 of the May issue of Underhood Service) were e-mailed to me in the past few weeks. Most of the comments were directed toward Tom Brown and the coalition opposing such legislation. Note: Comments below may have been
Honda Tech Tip: MIL On/DTC P0133 Set
Some brands of fuel and/or fuel additive packages may create deposits at the fuel injector tips. This buildup may cause slight air/fuel deviations between each cylinder. Buildup of these deposits, when coupled with very specific driving conditions, may cause the MIL to come on and the powertrain control module (PCM) to store DTC P0133.
Crushproof Tubing Introduces Overhead Exhaust System
Crushproof Tubing offers its Telescoping Overhead System (TE6000) that is made with the company’s long-lasting 600° hose and components. The Crushproof RA300 Universal Adapter will fit all single and most twin tail pipe configurations.
Tech Tip: Front Hub/Half Shaft Click/Pop Sound on PT Cruisers and Neons
Neons and PT Cruisers may exhibit a popping/clicking/snapping/ticking sound from the front hub/half shaft area during acceleration after Drive to Reverse or Reverse to Drive shifts. The sound may also be present while turning and accelerating from a stop. This tech tip provides information on how to diagnose this condition.
News Update: ASE Board Announces Staff Changes
The Board of Directors of the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) announced several staff changes within the organization. The board has named current COO/CFO Tim Zilke to succeed Ron Weiner, ASE’s president and CEO for 25 years, effective Jan. 1, 2008. Zilke is a 15-year veteran of ASE. “This transition period will ensure
Diagnostic Dilemmas: Symptom Diagnosis…The Journey Begins
When I first began my automotive career way back in 1957, the symptoms of an ailing engine were very apparent. A carburetor with a worn accelerator pump, for example, would characteristically stumble on acceleration and a closed-up set of distributor contact points would cause the engine to become very sluggish. Low fuel pressure caused by
Foreign Affairs: Getting Nissan Engines Back to Peak Performance
/Articles/06_01_2007/60754gif_00000014067.gif” width=”156″ height=”146″ alt=”” border=”0″ align=”right” /> In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the common problems that affect engine performance. With on-board diagnostics (OBD), many of these problems will cause a check engine lamp (CEL) and store a code. With most of us becoming comfortable and proficient while working with OBD
Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment
Roy Larson, president Beyer Motor Works Inc., BMW/Mercedes driveline experts Chandler, AZ www.beyerdriveline.com and www.beyermotorworks.com Member: BIMRS, Bimmer Tech Group, Mini Tech Group, BMW CCA, ASA, APRA, BBB My 5 favorite tools are: Streamlight Stylus Reach — This pocket flashlight puts the light where I need it, making it ideal to inspect brake pads and