What DOT Really Means: Brake Hose Inspection And Replacement
Brake hoses are the most government-regulated components on a vehicle. Anyone making brake assemblies must be registered with the Department of Transportation (DOT). All aftermarket hose, fittings and complete hoses must conform to FMVSS 106 and SAE J1401. These tests are demanding and often exceed what a vehicle will see in the real world.
New Quick Check Inspection System Uses Revolutionary Technology To Provide Safety And Maintenance Information
Hunter’s Quick Check inspection system, which performs a comprehensive vehicle inspection in under three minutes, uses new WinAlign 14 software to communicate with cutting-edge devices and provide valuable information about a vehicle’s alignment, brake performance, battery health, tire health and emissions.
Cliplight’s Advanced Blue LED Inspection Light Keeps You Focusing on Leaks
Cliplight’s Advanced Blue LED Inspection Light — 450DCPLUS — features a powerful blue LED, finds leaks in any environment — in day or night, from near or far. The light’s benefits include focused, wide and strobing beam capabilities; a rechargeable lithium ion battery; and a heavy-duty aluminum body. The powerful, single blue LED is capable
A/C Update: Compressor Inspection May Lead To Worn Clutch Problem
When a customer comes in complaining that their vehicle’s A/C system is working improperly, the problem can stem from a number of things. And the best way to begin any A/C repair is with a thorough inspection of the components. After checking components like the belts, the hoses and the related connections, the next step is a visual inspection of the A/C compressor.
Tech Tip: Don’t ‘Blow By’ PCV Inspections
Most emission control parts, like the PCV valve, require little if any scheduled maintenance, but replacement may be necessary if the Check Engine light is on, the vehicle has failed an emissions test or is experiencing a driveability problem. Other emission control components include the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve, the evaporative emission control system (EVAP) vapor canister and purge valves, the catalytic converter, oxygen sensors and all of the engine’s other engine management sensors.
Inspection, Maintenance Bill Introduced In Texas
The bill includes provisions requiring that the state inspection and maintenance program must apply to gasoline-powered vehicles between five and 25 years old. This would change the initial inspection from two to five years for passenger cars sold in the state and not previously registered in Texas or another state.
Diagnostic Solutions: Oxygen Sensor Inspection And Service
Oxygen sensors have been a part of the automotive maintenance scene since 1976, when feedback fuel controls were popularly introduced. By 1980, nearly every car and light truck was equipped with an oxygen sensor that allowed their computer-controlled fuel systems to operate in a “closed-loop,” “feedback” or “fuel control” mode.
Snap-on Introduces BK8000 Wireless Digital Inspection Scope
With a larger video screen, more memory and a dual imager, the new Snap-on BK8000 is the ultimate wireless digital inspection scope and a “must have” addition to every service technician’s tool box, says the company.
Ultra-Powerful Leak Detection Flashlight Slashes Inspection Time
Tracer Products has unveiled the new Tracerline TP-8690 OPTIMAX 3000 – a powerful, portable, blue light LED fluorescent leak detection flashlight.
Tech Tip: Kia Constant Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) Oil Control Valve Inspection
This bulletin provides information related to the Oil Control Valve (OCV) used in Constant Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) systems. If, at any time, the OCV is suspected as a cause of rough idling, poor acceleration, camshaft timing misalignment-related trouble codes, misfire-related trouble codes, etc., on a Kia vehicle equipped with a CVVT system, be sure to perform the OCV inspection procedure below before replacement.