Electronic Specialties Offers 54-Piece Test Connector Kit
The kit is designed to provide wide testing coverage and quicken the test process. It includes a deluxe storage case with clear window for easy viewing and selection.
Wheel Bearing Add-Ons
Wheel bearing service, no matter the bearing design, can be a difficult job. There are new products and add-ons to the ticket that can give the customer a completely repaired vehicle.
Atlas Platinum Introduces Easy-To-Use Wheel Balancer
Atlas Automotive Equipment has combined the latest in manufacturing processes, American advancement and European technology to create Atlas Platinum, a new standard of shop service equipment. The new PWB50 2D data-entry wheel balancer (PWB50) features a durable keypad that provides technicians a simple interface. Automatic entry of the distance and diameter via the automatic gauge
K Tool International Introduces 3-Ton Hydraulic Jack
K Tool International introduces a new service jack, sturdy enough to lift light-duty trucks and cars. This hydraulic service jack (KTI63129) is fast lifting, elevating a vehicle with eight pump strokes. It has the lift capacity of 3-1/4 tons and has a very smooth release. The jack’s strength and low profile make it effortless to
Thinking Through False ABS/ESC Activation Events
Electronic stability control (ESC) became a mandated safety feature for the 2012 model year. Along with all of these advancements, false activation complaints have surfaced. Solving them has been a diagnostic conundrum through the years. False activation incidents involve the ABS modulator taking over braking or intervening to restore vehicle stability. The customer may feel feedback in the brake pedal like a pulsation or sudden drop. Some may also experience a drop in power or the vehicle may suddenly pull in one direction.
Raybestos Expands Opti-Cal No-Core New Caliper Line
The Opti-Cal caliper line features all new components, combining optimal performance with time-saving, trouble-free installation, according to Raybestos.
Tech Tip: Honda Accord And CR-V Rattle At Start Up
At cold start-up, the engine rattles loudly for about two seconds. The possible cause could be the variable valve timing control (VTC) actuator is defective. TSB: 09-010 Models 2008-2012 Accord 2012-2013 CR-V 2012-2013 Crosstour Corrective Action Replace the VTC actuator. This procedure does not require the complete removal of the cam chain and associated parts,
Properly Dealing With New Rotors
New rotors, either OE or aftermarket, are supposed to be finished to specifications and ready to install out of the box. There should be no reason to give them a “clean up” cut. If there is one, you need to find a different rotor supplier.
Bartec USA Announces Industry Week Training And Tool Giveaway
Bartec USA is again exhibiting at AAPEX (the company’s 10th year) and is playing a large role in teaching, training and discussing new technology at the show. As a presenter in this year’s new Mobility Park, Bartec is conducting three classes on TPMS Hands On as well as two classes on Electronic Parking Brake Service.
JohnDow Introduces New Dynamic TPMS Programmable Solution
These sensors in the DVT Pro-Select system are an addition to Dynamic’s growing list of full-line TPMS products and tools.
