Tech Tip: Subaru Fuel Injector Removal Procedures
When removing and/or replacing the fuel injector(s), it’s imperative that the instructions found in this Tech Tip be strictly followed. Failing to do so may result in damage to the injector(s).
The INDUCTOR PRO MAX4 Heats Aluminum or Steel
The INDUCTOR PRO MAX4 is the only commercial grade induction heating tool with a 2-year warranty, capable of heating aluminum or steel. Like all their innovative heat induction tools, this powerful machine operates on only 120 volts/20 amps and performs better than one would expect out of 240 volts.
Chicago Pneumatic Invites Technicians to Take the CP7740 Challenge
Chicago Pneumatic, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of innovative aftermarket tools, accessories and compressors, is inviting automotive technicians to take the CP7740 Challenge, a 60-day money-back guarantee trial of the 1/2-inch impact wrench with the best power-to-weight ratio in the market.
Delphi and Tomorrow’s Technician Magazine Bring the Vehicle Electronics Revolution to Tennessee School
Delphi Corp. and Babcox Publication’s Tomorrow’s Technician magazine are bringing the future of the automotive aftermarket to life for a class at the Tennessee Technology Center in Jackson, TN. Tomorrow’s Technician selected the class as the winner of the magazine’s monthly pop quiz, and Delphi awarded the class with $3,500 in tools and equipment.
Snap-on’s Cordless Impact Wrench Enables Technicians to Improve Efficiency and Productivity
Snap-on Tools has taken the best and made it better with the latest version of its Cordless Impact Wrench (CT4850HO). The 18-volt, 1/2-inch impact wrench features an improved motor, which increases the torque output from 350 foot-pounds to 400 foot-pounds.
Installers Rewarded with Raybestos Spring Sizzle Sweepstakes
Raybestos brand brakes Spring Sizzle promotion results were recently announced to the excited winners. This unique promotion gave installers the chance to win Snap-on and Raybestos merchandise.
IPA’s #8005 Fuse Saver Enables Technicians to Troubleshoot Shorts in the Electrical System
Have you ever had a blown fuse and wished you had 30 new fuses so you could keep replacing the blown fuse until you found the short? Now, you can plug in the Fuse Saver’s fuse box adapter into the blown fuse socket and troubleshoot the short.
Brake Tech: What is a Complete Brake Job?
Most motorists know brake linings don’t last forever. Brake pads and shoes use friction to stop a vehicle, so every time the brakes are applied the linings experience wear. After so many stops, the linings wear out. The rate at which the linings wear out depends on the frequency of use, how hard the brakes
EGR Issues: Dealing with P0401 Codes
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Is There Enough Pressure? Fuel Injection Diagnosis & Service
One of the first questions that should always be asked — and answered — when diagnosing a fuel-related complaint on a fuel injected engine is, “What is the fuel pressure?” All too often, technicians assume fuel pressure is “good” without actually measuring it with a gauge. If the engine runs, they assume the injectors are