DiabloSports’ New FLX7193 Programmer Turns GM Trucks or SUVs into Powerful Flex-Fuel Vehicles
DiabloSport’s new Predator FLX7193 is the only flex-fuel tuner on the market. It allows GM trucks and SUVs to run flex-fuel (any blend of gasoline, Ethanol or E85). The FLX7193 reprogramming also dramatically boosts horsepower, torque and performance with no physical modification to the engine.
Management: Ask Yourself Why You Came to Work Today
Last month, I got a letter from an older tech wanting to get out of the industry because he felt vehicles were getting more complex while monetary compensation was not growing at the same rate. He cited one of my editorials as something that resonated with some of his own grievances. At first, I felt guilty.
Automotive Parts Retailer CSK Auto Selects RewardStream for Trade Loyalty Program
CSK Auto, Inc., has unveiled its annual commercial trade promotion powered by RewardStream’s LifeCycle Marketing Platform and delivered through a strategic partnership with Continental Promotions Group. Offered through CSK Auto’s more than 700 ProShop wholesale auto parts centers, the program is a key part of CSK’s plan to grow market share in the Do-It-For-Me (DIFM) commercial auto parts business.
Fuel Pump Manufacturers Council Tackles Fuel Pump Warranty Issues
Believe it or not, fuel pumps have a higher return rate than almost any other automotive part. According to the Fuel Pump Manufacturers Council (FPMC), about 10% of all the fuel pumps that are sold by jobber parts stores are returned. But it isn’t because there’s an epidemic of defective fuel pumps. FPMC members say that up to 80% or more of the returned pumps work fine when they are tested by the manufacturer.
Innovative Products of America Introduces the #8005 Fuse Saver
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.
Nissan Tech Tip: Groaning/Grinding Noise from Front Brakes
Use this bulletin to service a 1998-2000 Quest if the vehicle’s front brakes make a loud, low-frequency groan/grind noise when stopping. The groan/grind addressed by this bulletin may occur at normal operating temperatures and is not a "creep groan." A creep groan occurs when the brakes are released slightly and the vehicle creeps forward.
Viewpoint: Being Positive
Ask yourself why you came to work this morning. If you are a regular reader of my columns, you may have noticed that I have been a little negative lately. I have been writing about topics like technician image, unethical shops and other gripes about our industry. Last month, I got a letter from an
Diagnostic Solutions: Fuel System Pressure & Volume Checks
For maximum efficiency, modern import fuel injection systems require that fuel be delivered at a specified volume and pressure. Because the fuel injector’s job is to mix fuel with the intake air charge, it must produce a finely misted, conical spray pattern through the fuel injector nozzle. Lower-than-specified fuel pressures not only fail to provide
Mercedes: Deciphering Driveability Dilemmas
As the oldest surviving automotive manufacturer on the planet, Mercedes-Benz has developed a reputation for superior engineering and quality. Models with new features and mechanical developments have been consistently introduced for more than a century. For the automotive technician, this line of vehicles has been a source of never-ending education. Innovation after innovation has challenged
Flashing Signals / Reprogramming PCMs
You don’t have to be Microsoft A+ certified to flash reprogram automotive PCMs, but the process requires a certain amount of know-how as well as special tools and access to the latest OEM software upgrades (which are not free!). What’s more, it’s not a risk-free endeavor. Certain precautions must be undertaken before you begin, and