Diagnostic Solutions: Conducting Non-Intrusive Cooling System Inspections
Perhaps the best way to begin when we get a cooling system overheating complaint in our service bay is by using a series of quick, non-intrusive cooling system tests that establish the basics without removing major parts.
Tech Tip: Fixing Mitsubishi HVAC Blockage and Overflow
A Mitsubishi owner may complain of water on the front driver’s side floor of the vehicle. The HVAC drain tube can become blocked by internal foam packing material or by external debris entering the front cowl area. If this occurs, the HVAC case may fill up with condensation and overflow onto the passenger’s side floorboard. In some cases, it can overflow into the blower motor.
Tech Tip: Replacing Kia Sorento Coolant Reservior
Certain Sorento vehicles may overheat due to small cracks found on the bottom of the coolant reservoir due to repetitive temperature and pressure fluctuations. The new and improved coolant tank allows some expansion and contraction found in many pressurized cooling systems. This bulletin describes the proper service procedure for identifying and replacing the coolant reservoir tank.
Gates Expands Line of Belt Drive and Cooling System Solution Kits for Automotive Aftermarket
Gates Corporation recently expanded its line of Belt Drive and Cooling System Solution Kits for the automotive aftermarket. From belt jump off to chronic belt noise and cooling system enhancements these precision-engineered Solution Kits were developed to focus on a variety of engine operational issues on domestic and import vehicles.
Tech Feature: Eliminating the Con-‘Fusion’ of Servicing Ford’s Mid-Size Vehicles
Nestled into the marketing space between the Focus and the Taurus/Five Hundred is the Ford Fusion. The Fusion came with a choice of four-cylinder and six-cylinder Duratec powerplants. The inline four-cylinder Duratec 23 is a 2.3L 16-valve DOHC engine.
Tech Tip: Coolant Leak from Intake Manifold Water Outlet on Nissan Frontier and Xterra Models
Vehicle owners may complain of engine coolant under the vehicle when parked or the smell of coolant when the engine is warm. The cause may be coolant leaking between the water outlet housing and intake manifold sealing surfaces.
Leak Detection Tools & Equipment
Having the right tools to help you find leaks can save time and effort, and reduce the risk of comebacks. This special section features some common types of leaks and what kind of equipment you can use to find them, as well as a Leak Detection Product Showcase.
Audi Tech Tip: Faulty Hose Composition Causes Odor on 2001-2006 Models
Audi owners may complain of an odd smell from the car. It may appear as if coolant is leaking from the coolant reservoir. A pressure test on the reservoir may reveal that the hose between the coolant reservoir and the engine is weeping coolant through the hose material.
MACS Releases Updated A/C & Cooling Systems Specifications Manual
MACS has updated the A/C & Cooling System Specification Reference manual to include service and repair information on vehicles 1996-2010.
Penray Adds Professional Maintenance Kit Videos to Website
Each product video provides an explanation of the product benefits, shows a step-by-step demonstration of how to use the products correctly, and helps technicians identify specific vehicle conditions.
VDO OE HVAC Electric Motors Line Expanded to More than 1,400 SKUs
Offers OE fit, form and function for more than 200 million North American vehicles.
Tech Tip: Noisy Infiniti Water Pump Flange
An Infiniti driver may complain of a screeching noise when the vehicle is first started in the morning. The noise dissipates once the vehicle is warmed up. This condition may occur if the water pump had recently been replaced and the fan coupling to water pump flange bolts were not torqued correctly.