Tech Tip: Knocking Sound from Cadillac Catera’s A/C Compressor
Some customers may comment on a knocking sound from the air conditioning compressor. This condition may be caused by an internal tolerance stack-up in the compressor.
Clevite Updates ePartsfinder Program to Make Searching Even Easier
Last year, Clevite made searching for engine parts effortless with its launch of ePartsfinder. With the addition of the software’s new "Engine Rebuilds" option, users can now increase the precision of their searches – even when less information is known.
Tech Tip: Diagnosing Ignition Misfires
A flashing Check Engine light and a P0301 to P0312 diagnostic trouble code is a sure-fire indication that one or more cylinders are misfiring. Occasional misfires may pass unnoticed, but a steady misfire is hard to miss. The engine usually feels rough, lacks power and uses more gas than usual.
Precision is Key to Success
Precision Incorporated: The Facts Owners/Consultants: Mike and Chris Klinger Locations: Tucson, AZ Shop Stats: 4,000 square feet, 9 bays, 9 lifts Employees: 1 service manager, 1 parts manager, 2 service advisors, 6 technicians Recognition by Phoenix-based dealer Showcase Honda as its single largest purchaser of Honda genuine parts in the state of Arizona is a
Ignition Misfires
A flashing Check Engine light and a P0301 to P0312 diagnostic trouble code is a sure-fire indication that one or more cylinders are misfiring. Occasional misfires may pass unnoticed, but a steady misfire is hard to miss. The engine usually feels rough, lacks power and uses more gas than usual. Sometimes a misfire may feel
Penray Launches New Website
Penray’s redesigned site is simpler to use and contains volumes of new information such as technical bulletins, product catalogs, catalog and sell sheet downloads, product images for download, interactive sections, training and updated governmental regulations.
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Mighty Auto Parts Named One of Wall Street Journal’s Top 25 Franchises Atlanta — Mighty Distributing System of America has been selected as one of the Wall Street Journal’s top 25 franchises. The parts distributor was selected from the nation’s more than 2,500 franchise brands. In the article titled, “The 25 Franchises that Made the
Mighty Repair Hotline Offers Technical Assistance for Technicians
Fast and accurate technical assistance is key to successfully running your automotive business. This is where the Mighty Repair Hotline comes in – each and every call is answered by a master technician who specializes in only your make of vehicle.
Jasper Engines & Transmissions Offers Technical Training Classes
Jasper Engines & Transmissions has developed technical courses dealing with strategies for gas engine, diesel engine and transmission diagnostics. Technicians will have the opportunity to apply the new diagnostic strategies they have learned either in a classroom setting or on a live-running vehicle.
Tech Tip: Diagnostic Information To Consider Before Replacing an A/C Compressor
A recently completed analysis of air conditioning compressors in General Motors vehicles that had been replaced for noise, vibration and insufficient cooling concerns has indicated a high number of "no trouble found" results.