Keeping on Track with Steering Position Sensors
Cars just keep getting smarter all the time. Sensors are being used to monitor more and more functions, and to share information between vehicle systems that formerly were mute or didn’t communicate with one another. One such sensor is the steering position sensor. The sensor’s basic function is to monitor the driver’s steering inputs. This
Tech Tip: Worn or Broken Chassis Parts can Cause a Variety of Problems
Like brake pads, shock absorbers and tires, chassis parts wear out and eventually have to be replaced. But before you sell any chassis replacement parts, somebody has to discover the parts are worn. Worn chassis parts can cause a variety of symptoms, including suspension noise, rapid or uneven tire wear, or a noticeable change in the way a vehicle rides, corners, handles or steers. If a vehicle has any of these symptoms, the steering and suspension should be carefully inspected to determine the cause ….
Federal-Mogul Introduces Comprehensive ‘Brake and Front End’ Electronic Catalog
Aftermarket professionals can now save time in finding any of thousands of premium replacement undercar parts, thanks to the comprehensive new "Brake & Front End" electronic catalog from Federal-Mogul Corporation’s MOOG chassis parts, Wagner brake and National wheel-end components brands.
Tech Tip: 15 Ride Control Tips that Will Help You Sell the Job and Do it Right
The customer will not be happy if he brought the car in for a knocking noise, was sold a couple hundred dollars worth of struts and or ball joints, etc., and the noise is still there. He takes the car elsewhere and the knocking noise is fixed with a couple of $20 sway bar bushings. Despite how bad the parts are, that guy is going to think he got beat. It’s important to address the ….
Management: Need an Alignment Spec?
When I receive a call from a shop looking for alignment angles, it is usually a rare or exotic vehicle. It might be that 0.1 percent vehicle that has rare options like manual steering, off-road package or all-wheel-drive, that is not in most alignment spec databases. I can usually find the specs. Try me ….
Tech Tip: Pontiac GTO Font End Noise
Some 2004-2006 Pontiac GTO customers may comment on a knock noise from the front suspension when driving at low speeds over bumps or uneven road surfaces. This condition may be caused by the lower coil of the spring touching on the side lip of the spring seat. The illustration shows the rub mark on the spring coil. The spring coils contacting the body sheet metal within the wheelhouse area may also cause this condition ….
Schrader Reminds Drivers that Proper Tire Inflation Helps Save Fuel
Schrader-Bridgeport International, Inc., marketer of AirAware TPMS systems, components and tools, supports National Tire Safety Week, April 20-26, with a reminder to drivers that proper tire inflation can help save fuel and money. With properly maintained tires, the average driver could save as much as ….
Tech Tip: Front Hub Seal Change on Kia Sportage Models
This bulletin provides information on a change to Sportage 4WD hub seals. To improve hub vacuum sealing during 4WD operation, a new inner seal along with corresponding revisions to knuckles and CV shafts has been developed. This new seal design was incorporated from Oct. 21, 2000 production. To service earlier 1998-2001 vehicles (prior to Oct. 21, 2000 production) that experience inner seal problems, a service ….
Viewpoint: Out of Date, Need an Alignment Spec?
When I receive a call from a shop looking for alignment angles, it is usually a rare or exotic vehicle. It might be that 0.1 percent vehicle that has rare options like manual steering, off-road package or all-wheel-drive, that is not in most alignment spec databases. I can usually find the specs. Try me, (330)
15 Ride Control Tips
These tips will help you sell the job and do it right!!! The customer will not be happy if he brought the car in for a knocking noise, was sold a couple hundred dollars worth of struts and or ball joints, etc., and the noise is still there. He takes the car elsewhere and the