A/C Update: Recharging A/C Compressor for 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
This article will provide you with critical information on recovering and recharging the A/C compressor on a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid.
A/C Service Tools and Equipment Meeting the Latest Requirements
The automotive industry’s constant change means new business and new tools. In light of recent A/C changes, Mike DuBois shares information and suggestions for making tool and equipment-buying decisions to meet new requirements.
Tech Feature: Solving Steering Wander
As frustrating as diagnosing steering wander complaints might be, most can be solved by thoroughly inspecting the physical condition of the vehicle. In the following text, I’ll cover some of the most common causes of steering wander and how to detect them during an undercar inspection.
Tech Feature: Delivering the Fuel – Not a Fuel Pump Return
Although electronic fuel injection has become the norm since the late 1980s, some technicians still don’t understand the value of having a good diagnostic procedure for testing electric fuel pump functions. While this is not something a repair shop owner wants to hear, proper fuel component testing has become a growing industry issue, as unnecessary parts warranty returns continue to be a problem for manufacturers.
Chief Adds Free Upper Body Bar to Velocity Measuring System
Chief Automotive Technologies has added its unique Upper Body Bar as standard equipment to its Velocity computerized frame measuring system – at no extra charge. The Upper Body Bar extends the reach of Velocity’s laser measuring capabilities to cover the entire vehicle, including roof, trunk, strut towers and windows, and to facilitate steering and suspension realignment.
Kasey Kahne Crew Chief Kenny Francis Named NASCAR MOOG ‘Problem Solver of the Race’ Following Runner-Up Finish at Daytona
rcame a low qualifying position and a mid-race collision with the wall to finish second in Saturday’s Coke Zero 400 Sprint Cup event at Daytona International Speedway. Following the race, Kahne’s crew chief, Kenny Francis, collected his second NASCAR MOOG “Problem Solver of the Race” Award for his role in the #9 Budweiser Armed Forces Ford team’s fifth top-five finish of 2010.
Honda and Acura Vehicle Safety Recalls
In the interest of customer safety and increased customer convenience, American Honda Motor Co, Inc. urges all collision shops, independent repair shops, used car dealers, or any non-Honda or non-Acura auto repair facility to check for any applicable safety recalls each time a Honda, or Acura vehicle is serviced, repaired or inventoried.
NJ Inspection Program Could Be Discontinued in July
According to the Newark-based Star Ledger, the state of New Jersey is proposing a plan to phase out motor vehicle inspections for mechanical defects by July 1 of this year. The State says the elimination of the system will save $12 million.
Patience Pays Off in Texas for Martin Truex Jr.; Crew Chief Pat Tryson Wins NASCAR MOOG ‘Problem Solver of the Race’ Award
Martin Truex Jr. and crew chief Pat Tryson fought through a variety of challenges for much of Monday’s Samsung Mobile 500 at Texas Motor Speedway, but the #56 NAPA Auto Parts Toyota team finally put the pieces into place over the closing 20 laps for its third top-10 finish of the season.
Museum Works to Restore 1933 Fire Truck
A 1933 Federal Service Ladder Tuck that was used by the Toledo, OH, fire department from 1933 till the 1960s, is now back in Toledo and is being restored by the Toledo Firefighters Museum. Writer Erica Blake of the Toledo Blade newspaper visited the museum and reports on the progress being made in restoring the fire truck to its original glory.