Stant Corp. Releases 35 New Parts
Stant has also added more than 5,000 new 2010 applications for existing parts to its electronic catalog.
Tech Tip: Water Pump Plastic Impeller Failure
Plastic impellers erode because of steam in coolant. Head gasket leaks and cracked heads allow aeration of the coolant, which develops pockets of super-heated air that destroys the impeller.
Tech Feature: Diagnosing and Repairing Cooling System Leaks on Hyundai Models
Cooling system problems will present themselves in a variety of ways, and it’s important that your service writer has the skills to ask the correct questions that will help your techs make efficient repairs.
Honeywell Expands Training Program with Three New Courses for Technicians and Sales Personnel
Honeywell CPG provides ongoing learning opportunities for those looking to stay on the cutting edge in the repair industry.
Subaru: Coolant Comes Out of Reservoir
If you encounter a vehicle that experiences coolant coming out of the coolant reservoir tank, it may be caused by the radiator cap pressure valve being stuck open by debris sucked up through the reservoir tank hose.
Tech Tip: Sorento Coolant Reservoir Replacement
Some Sorento vehicles may overheat due to small cracks found on the bottom of the coolant reservoir as a result of repetitive temperature and pressure fluctuations.
Internal Engine Repairs: Uncovering the Culprits That Cause Head Gaskets To Fail
The first symptoms of a failing head gasket are usually a slow loss of coolant with no visible leaks, engine overheating and/or a check engine light with cylinder misfire codes. Uncover the culprits and prevent comebacks by following repair procedures to the letter.
Tech Tip: Saturn’s Slight Loss of Coolant/No External Leaks Evident
Some customers may comment that the low coolant light is coming on and/or the coolant level is low with no external leaks visible.
Tech Feature: Servicing Ford’s 3.0L Engine
The 3.0L Duratec V6 was introduced in 1996 to replace the aging 3.8L V6 in the Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable. Unlike its conventional pushrod predecessor, the 3.0L V6 has dual overhead cams, four valves per cylinder and an aluminum block with cast-iron cylinder liners.
Tech Feature: Cooler ‘Heads’ Prevail – Pouring Over GM’s LT1 Engine and Reverse-Flow Technology
The LT1 engine was used in a variety of General Motors models, including 1992-’96 Corvette (Y-body), 1993-’97 Camaro and Firebird (F-body), and 1994-’96 Chevy Caprice and Impala (B-body), Buick Roadmaster and Cadillac Fleetwood (D-body).
Behr Hella Service Expands Coverage for A/C and Engine Cooling Replacement Parts Program
Behr Hella Service, a North American joint venture for thermal management between Behr (vehicle air conditioning and engine cooling) and Hella (lighting technology and electronics) has just added more than 40 A/C and engine cooling replacement parts to its growing thermal management parts program.
Choosing the Right Tools for Servicing Cooling Systems
Automobile cooling systems are complex systems that are getting tougher and tougher to diagnose, service and repair. This article by Mike DuBois will offer some information about choosing the right tools and equipment and the kinds of repairs they will allow you to complete.