A few months back, I highlighted a project car being built by Z Sport. The car is now back together and... More
Whether in a gasoline or diesel-powered engine, the crankshaft is a key component. With diesels, the... More
Some customers may comment on a whine, whistle or ringing-type noise from the front of the engine that... More
During high humidity climate conditions, some Chrysler, Dodge or Plymouth vehicles may experience a momentary... More
Some customers may comment on one or more of the following conditions: the MIL is on; the transmission... More
Some 2001-’04 Sequoia and 2000-’04 Tundra vehicles may exhibit a condition where the... More
Some 2002-'05 Sedona (GQ) vehicles may exhibit a humming noise and vibration when the A/C is turned on... More
Some Toyota 4Runner owners may complain of a condition where the blower motor speed does not match the... More
First Speeds Repairs There was a time when the heating and ventilation system on most cars was simple. A thr... More
Cabin air filters prevent leaves, dirt, bugs and other debris from entering the HVAC (Heat Ventilation... More
If you receive customer reports in Model 163.154/157/172/174/175 vehicles, all model years, of acid leaking... More
Blue Car Syndrome is the non-technical term for a very common phenomenon. It is the experience that many... More
This TSB applies to Altima, Maxima, Quest, Murano, 350Z, Titan, Armada, Pathfinder, Xterra and Frontier models... More
Before servicing any electrical component, the ignition key must be in the Off or Lock position and all... More
This bulletin involves rotating all engine exhaust valves, replacing the valve spring retainer locks... More
The Jeep Grand Cherokee has been a dependable vehicle for many vehicle owners over the years. However... More
Liquid gold – It started out a few billion years ago, roaming around the plains, eating whatever... More
Some 2003-'04 Ford F Super Duty/Excursion (vehicles with 6.0L Powerstroke engine built prior to Nov... More
Matco Tools' new Low Clearance Pulley Puller works in close quarters for removing most automotive pulleys... More
Matco Tools' new Adjustable Style Hose Remover, the AHR481, quickly and easily loosens and removes hoses... More
Full coverage tool set accommodates virtually every fuel injection system applications on most major... More
Matco's new 1/4" Composite Air Ratchet, the MT1824, features 35 ft-lb max torque and 300 rpm free speed... More
Three new models built for all framing and hanging applications. More
Shure's TC3 System (Technician Customer Care Center) integrates all of the essential workspace, storage... More
Shure's new Tire Cart features heavy-duty steel construction with adjustable cross supports. More
The kit features the award-winning OPTIMAX Jr, a mini blue light LED leak detection flashlight with mega... More
Snap-on's Software Bundle 9.4 also includes 45,000 new enhancements to codes, data and tests, plus new... More
New level of accuracy gives the user the ability to inject dye, flush a vehicle's A/C system, save before... More
Uncle Earl's Soap, a powerful cleaning and hydrating hand soap, is now available to the automotive industry... More
The new Linen Bin corrals uniforms, shop towels and other soiled laundry within a vinyl bag liner or... More
The premium diesel additive improves the cetane rating up to 6 points and also helps reduce emissions... More
The convenient pouch delivers the right amount for the job and features a spout, which makes it easy... More
The special formula improves fuel economy up to 15%, restores lost power, and improves acceleration and combustion... More
WORLDPAC offers a comprehensive lubricants program including ENEOS, LUBRO MOLY, RED LINE, PENTOSIN and... More
Superior Automotive's new RideEFFEX EZ Mount Complete Strut Assemblies program is a complete line of... More
Ensuring performance either on- or off-road, the new maximum travel shocks from Rancho combine a twin-tube... More
The new CORSA Taurus SHO cat-back exhaust system features a dual rear-exit design with single 4-inch... More
Finished in Rancho's Liquid Metallic Silver, Rancho Loaded QuickLIFT provides 1- to 2.5-in. of additional... More
After spending most of his career working in the automotive field, 58-year-old Hank Stott decided to... More
On the verge of losing his business, California repair shop owner Tim Stussi enrolled in a business class... More
A news report on 9NEWS discussed the recent rash of catalytic converter thefts in the Denver, CO, area... More
Northside Auto in Watertown, WI, is offering a unique promotion for the second year in a row. Through... More
A fire Sunday at J and E Auto Shop in Maywood, IL, destroyed the business as well as all the cars that... More
Four generations of McCrackens have worked at McCracken Automotive in West Roxbury, MA, since it opened... More
Ford’s Police Interceptor engine strategy will provide a V6 lineup that performs equal to or better than... More
Chilton releases its 2010 Domestic Service Manuals which I have found to be an enormous wealth of automotive... More
HUMMER Sale to Chinese Company Tengzhong Cannot be Completed More
By 2013, the high-volume Golf and Jetta models of the Volkswagen brand are expected to dominate the hybrid... More
A summary of a report on FCV Growth is available as a free download from Pike Research More
On a day that a plane crash kills 3 Tesla employees, it was announced the company's CEO won the 2010... More
One of the new safety technologies you’ll find in a growing number of European and Asian vehicles is... More
It could be how you select friction materials, apply brake lubricants or machine rotors. You could be... More
Customer Concern: When you come to a stop, just before completely stopped, the ABS motor kicks on and... More
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This tech tip provides part numbers and technical information for SKF double-row, angular-contact front... More
Currently, there are about 1.2 million hybrid vehicles on the road. Within five years, hybrids are expected... More
When the brake system is opened for any repair, air is introduced into the system. ABS brake systems... More
If you experience leakage at the steering line connection in the above model vehicles, replacement of... More
The customer may report a rubbing or scraping noise, which occurs when turning the steering wheel from... More
A Honda CR-V driver may complain of a clunking noise from the front suspension when driving over bumps... More
More Kias on the road means more repair and maintenance opportunities for the import car specialist... More
A 2001 Acura MDX owner may complain of front-end noises. There are three distinct noises that may come... More
The power steering inoperative or hard to turn. The vehicle will also have a "Power Steering Message... More
In a recent technical bulletin, SKF addresses the rough or coarse feel of some new hub units if they... More
Although modern OBD II technology has simplified catalytic converter diagnostics, it's still important... More
OBD II modes are organized into nine categories, each of which is assigned a particular mode number preceded... More
The MIL comes on with one or more of these evaporative DTCs stored: P0451 (FTP sensor circuit range/... More
Catalytic converters have been disappearing at an alarming rate. The theft of these emission control... More
Is there a diesel in your service bay? Maybe not now, but there definitely will be in your future. You're... More
An intake manifold is more than the plumbing that connects the carburetor or throttle body to the ports... More
Ignition systems have changed a great deal in recent years, with coil-on-plug (COP) ignition systems... More
One day we are fat, dumb and happy using a piece of wire with a 12-volt bulb on the end of it to test... More
You may get a customer complaint that the vehicle died while in Drive, then wouldn’t start. There is... More
Although ignition failures are relatively common, they're not the easiest problem to diagnose. To help... More
The original logic used for DTC P0460 (fuel level sensor circuit malfunction) in 2000 model year Sephias... More
Some vehicles equipped with 1MZ-FE (V6) engines without VVTi may exhibit a rough idle and/or an MIL-on... More
The PCM has several diagnostic modes. Depending on your scan tool and your use of it, you may get to... More
Technical contributor Gary Goms discuss the importance of choosing the right scan tool, using scan tool... More
If you receive customer reports in the affected model vehicles of the "check engine" light being activated... More
