VIDEO: Alternator Replacement: Tips To Perform The Complete Job
Andrew Markel offers several tips to keep in mind to make your next alternator replacement job long-lasting and reliable. Sponsored by Nissan.
Diagnosing V8 Engine Oil Leaks
You already know that there are plenty of BMWs with V8 engines on the road today, but you might be surprised that they can have issues with oil leaks. Inevitably, some of these will find their way to your shop in need of service, so here are some common items to be aware of when they arrive at your shop for repairs.
Carquest Starters And Alternators At Advance Professional
Carquest Starters and Alternators, available exclusively from Advance Professional and Carquest, are a triple tested, quality product designed to meet or exceed OE specifications.
Toyota Charging System Diagnostics
A remanufactured alternator has just been installed on a 2008 Toyota Tundra. A few days ago, it left your shop with a happy owner, and now it has returned with the battery warning light glaring in your face. What’s your next move?
Kia Battery Discharge At High Temperatures
Some 1998-2001 Kia Sephia 1.8L vehicles built between Oct. ’97 and May ’01, and some 1.8L Spectra vehicles built between Feb.’00 and March ’04 may experience battery discharge when operated in high ambient temperatures for extended periods.
ACDelco Adds Professional Remanufactured Alternators, Starters
ACDelco has released an additional 143 Professional remanufactured alternator and starter part numbers covering 1992-2012 models from GM, Toyota, Chrysler, Ford, Honda, Nissan and other manufacturers.
Bosch Expands Wiper Blade Program For Heavy-Duty Vehicles
Robert Bosch LLC has released its December New Part/Program Announcement for North America. Fifty new remanufactured alternator part numbers have been added to the rotating electric product line. In addition, a new wiper blade program for heavy-duty vehicles also is being announced, comprised of 19 part numbers.
Tech Tip: Mercedes-Benz Battery Dash Light Illuminated
A Mercedes-Benz owner may complain that the vehicle’s battery/alternator “visit workshop” light on dash display is illuminated. Use a scan tool to perform guided tests. This alternator is internally regulated and is connected by a LIN bus to the PCM so that the regulation control can be intervened.
Remy Expands Light Duty Coverage
Remy International Inc., manufacturer of Delco Remy heavy-duty starters and alternators, as well as Remy light-duty starters and alternators, has expanded coverage of its light-duty aftermarket line by adding many late-model part numbers and a new direct-fit pulley program.
Diagnostic Dilemmas: Solving Starter And Alternator Problems
The starter “solenoid” is actually a combination of an electric relay and solenoid. The relay portion electrically connects the starter armature to the battery. The solenoid portion mechanically engages the starter’s drive pinion with the engine’s flywheel gear.
Calculate Major Fuel Economy Savings From Delco Remy Alternators
Remy International, Inc. has launched an online fuel economy calculator to help customers better understand the positive impact the Delco Remy high-efficiency alternators have on fuel consumption.
BBB Industries Adds More Than 100 New Part Numbers To Product Range
BBB Industries has announced that it recently added multiple new part numbers to its catalogs. The company added 18 new part numbers to its automotive catalog, covering more than 1.6 million vehicles in operation. This includes eight part numbers that cover 2012 applications, and 14 additional part numbers that expand its import car coverage.