The most common diagnostic procedures for fuel pumps in the past were analog and hands on. Most fuel... More
Extended oil change intervals are a mixed blessing. On the upside, extended oil change intervals are... More
Oil seepage may occur from the left side of the cylinder head at the lower mounting bolt for the intake... More
Ring gaps are often a confusing and misunderstood part of a rering job. There are MINIMUM and MAXIMUM... More
Oil may leak from the rear crankshaft seal after seal replacement due to the seal lip rolling while ... More
When a customer comes in complaining that their vehicle's A/C system is working improperly, the problem... More
Diagnostic Specialist Sergio Fernandez discusses the ins and outs of the swash-plate compressor and how... More
Buying a new refrigerant Recovery/Recycle/Recharge machine can be a bit overwhelming. The item is expensive... More
In the world of public opinion, if you were asked if your technicians were overcharging your customers... More
Geneva International Motor Show exhibitors Volkswagen, Daimler AG, Porsche, Audi and BMW agree to develop... More
With the complexity of automotive electrical systems increasing steadily, manufacturers have developed... More
At the typical repair shop, six-year-old vehicles (and there are 184 million of them on the road today... More
A long time ago, I learned a method of splicing wire that has stuck with me since those early days. ... More
Import Specialist Contributor Gary Goms discusses how contaminated fuel can mimic the symptoms produced... More
Addressing the issues associated with ‘Home Brewed’ Bio-Diesel More
If a an owner of a 2003-'04 Honda Accord complains their vehicle is experiencing excessive cranking or... More
The art and science behind its combustion system makes the Corvette LT1 one of the most advanced V8 engines... More
Florida Pneumatic has recently introduced the FP-985 (3/8" chuck) and FP-986 (1/2" chuck) drills, which... More
Efficiently hem the edges of replacement door skins with limited manual "tacking" requirements. More
Streamlight Inc. has launched the compact Night Com UV flashlight, which features six UV LEDs to provide... More
UView announces two new cordless UV leak detection lights – the UV Phazer Black Series. More
The BMW Head Bolt Socket, AST Tool No. BMW 11860, is applicable to N52 non-turbo and N54/N55 turbo engines... More
Coxreels introduces its new large capacity 1185 Series high pressure model hose reels. The existing 1185... More
The new Snap-on Diagnostic WorkStations are the ultimate in mobile diagnostic systems, bringing all key... More
Hunter's Quick Check inspection system, which performs a comprehensive vehicle inspection in under three... More
Ranger Products, a division of BendPak Inc., is bringing another new wheel balancer to market. The Ranger... More
Hunter’s fast floor-to-floor SmartWeight Touch balancer provides superior wheel service with... More
Dent Fix Equipment introduces its DF‐BC200 Butt Welding Clamps, which provide a simple and efficient... More
To introduce car lovers and do-it-yourselfers to machine polishing so that they can achieve amazing detailing... More
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The LF-30 is a 30-watt integrated LED portable floodlight with 2100 lumen output, 6,300K color temperature... More
Bosch has expanded its line of oxygen sensors to cover applications through the current 2013 model year... More
Arnott has teamed up with Gast Manufacturing to design this reliable air suspension compressor for the... More
Quaker State recently introduced the new, reformulated Quaker State Ultimate Durability Full Synthetic... More
PRW announces its brand new Performance Quotient Series Ford BB and FE SFI Flywheels. PQx Series flywheels... More
The General Altimax RT43 all-season touring tire was unveiled recently at a dealer and media event at... More
CARDONE now offers more than 290 SKUs that were previously dealer-only, providing a high-quality, low-cost... More
Philips Automotive's new website makes it easier for consumers to find the right light for their driving... More
Federal-Mogul Corp.'s Powertrain Segment is extending its range of CrushShield systems protection products... More
NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.) Inc. has announced the launch of a 10-race partnership with Seebold Racing to... More
Federated will award one of its Car Care Center members with the ultimate grand prize in the Federated... More
Standard Motor Products, Inc. announces it has released a new TechSmart Tech Session that features the... More
Although four-wheel disc brakes currently dominate the import brake service market, millions of drum... More
Squeaking can be the most challenging and is often evident after the brakes have been serviced. The best... More
Some vehicle owners may complain of a squeaking noise when applying or releasing the brake pedal. According... More
Technical Service Bulletins provided by Honda, Hyundai, Mazda and Volkswagen address the issue of brake... More
How do you handle a pulsation or comeback? Blame the pads? The driver? Defective rotor? When you point... More
The FBI raided three auto part warehouses in February looking for counterfeit parts that were being... More
Contamination always has negative connotations. For brake pads, it has dual meanings. First, it can mean... More
The hub flange is ground zero for pulsation problems. Any runout in the flange will be magnified by the... More
Some wheel bearing jobs are easy. These are typically unitized hub units. All that is required is removing... More
One of the defining elements of the Honda Insight Hybrid is the rear suspension. The rear wheel track... More
Hyundai began selling the 3-door Accent hatchback in the United States during the spring of 2006. The... More
Import Specialist Contributor Gary Goms recalls his days of working as a technician for an off-road desert... More
This bulletin provides information relating to the service of the vehicle speed sensor and adapter cord... More
There are no built-in factory adjustments for front camber or caster. The only way to adjust these angles... More
In this article, we're going to take look at the Mitsubishi line of cars and some of the more common... More
Gary Goms discusses the mechanical challenges of restoring a truck that he began maintaining when he... More
When diagnosing any oxygen sensor, remember that outside air entering the exhaust system from an exhaust... More
Verify the wiring to the O2 sensors is normal. These sensors will normally switch between 2.5 volts and... More
An oxygen sensor test can be used to assist technicians in verifying the oxygen sensor operation, but... More
It may be a good idea to have some of your techs become ASE certified in diesel engine diagnostics, which... More
Troubleshooting MAF sensor problems can become a major headache for diagnostic technicians because the... More
Some Mazda6 vehicles may experience an air selector mode switch that will not switch into recirculation... More
If you encounter a Dodge with a P2767 trouble code set, check the wiring between the transmission and... More
For this month's Pulling Codes case, we will attempt to provide a plan of attack for communication issues... More
Most emission control parts, like the PCV valve, require little if any scheduled maintenance, but replacement... More
Thanks to advanced technology, modern vehicles operate with fewer noise, vibration and harshness (NVH... More
Electronics Diagnostic Specialist Sergio Fernandez discusses how to use valuable oscilloscope freeze-frame... More
