Tech Tip: Cartridge Wheel Bearing Replacement
While wheel bearing noise is one of the toughest problems for the customer to describe, it’s not unusual for it to come on so gradually that the customer may not even notice it until you mention it after an unrelated road test. Many times, the customer complaint will send you down the wrong path if you let it. We’ve heard complaints from exhaust leaks, to tire balance, to “it just doesn’t sound right,” that have ended up being bad wheel bearings.
Toyota 4Runner Drive Belt Noise Creates Driver Tension
Some Toyota 4Runner drivers may complain of a “squealing” or “chirping” sound from the accessory drive belt when the engine is first started. An improved auto tensioner assembly, flange bolt, V-rib belt and service procedure have been developed to correct the condition.
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Ross-Tech Releases Beta Version 812 for Evaluation and Testing
Ross-Tech, LLC, announces the release of a new Beta version of VCDS, Version 812. This test version adds support for measuring values from the UDS/ODX/ASAM Control Modules found in some 2008 and many more 2009 VW group vehicles. Since the modules using this new diagnostic protocol no longer support VW’s classic Measuring Block Group concept, VCDS presents this data exclusively in our innovative Advanced Measuring Value style where the user can ….
Tech Tip: Belt and Hose Inspections
Although belts and hoses are still classified as expendable parts, their durability has increased to the point that many import shop owners and technicians are now neglecting to perform routine belt and hose inspections. From a historical perspective, belts and hoses have moved from a recommended replacement interval to an inspection interval. This means that, unless otherwise required, there is generally no recommended replacement interval for ….
Belt and Hose Inspections
Don’t Lose Potential Profits by Missing Replacement Opportunities
Tech Tip: Drivetrain Noises and Wheel Bearing Replacement
One of the toughest challenges we face as import specialist techs is noise complaints. These aren’t necessarily difficult from the technical or nuts and bolts perspective as much as from the diagnostic process.
Hyundai: Drivetrain Noises & Wheel Bearing Replacement
One of the toughest challenges we face as import specialist techs is noise complaints. These aren’t necessarily difficult from the technical or nuts and bolts perspective as much as from the diagnostic process. The first challenge is to pin down the noise that has the customer concerned. We’ve all listened to our customers struggle with
WORLDPAC Introduces the WORLDPAC Literature Resource Center
WORLDPAC is pleased to announce the WORLDPAC Literature Resource Center is now available. Customers are encouraged to use this resource to quickly and easily access all WORLDPAC literature that provides helpful information about WORLDPAC, their products and their services. Brand new WORLDPAC literature includes ….
Downloading Repairs
Have you looked at technical service bulletins lately? Especially ones for vehicles built since 2004? The fixes have changed drastically. I remember a time, not too long ago when the fix in a typical TSB was to install an updated part. From where I stand now in a Ford dealership, it seems like the hardware