Kia Tech Tip: TCM Logic Revision
This bulletin provides information related to a logic change in the Transmission Control Module (TCM) for 2001 Rios, and 1998 through 2001 Sephia and Spectra vehicles built after Oct. 18, 2000.
Servicing Solutions: GM’s Durable Duramax Diesel
General Motors launched the Duramax Diesel 6.6L V8 engine in the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500HD and 3500 Series trucks with Allison automatic transmissions in 2001. The application expanded to the Chevrolet Kodiak and GMC Topkick medium-duty trucks for 2003, with 16,000-, 18,000- and 19,500-lb. gross vehicle weight ratings (GVWR). According to its engineers,
Tech Tip: Nissan Truck has MIL On, Stalls
Use this bulletin if a 1996-’97 Nissan truck will not maintain idle or idles roughly after an engine cold soak and/or the MIL is on with DTC P0400 stored in the ECM. A countermeasure EGR valve is available to resolve such incidents if the cause is a sticking EGR valve.
Avoiding Those Hi-Tech Returns
One of the more common complaints these days from jobbers and retailers when dealing with electronic powertrain control modules (ECMs/PCMs) is the relatively high number of defective returns, exchanges or warranty claims demanded by repair shops. Yet, of all electronic parts that come back defective, ECMs tend to be the ones most often misdiagnosed. This
Vortec V6 and V8 1998-2000 Software Released for AutoTap OBDII Diagnostic Scanner
B&B Electronics is pleased to announce the release of support for the 1998-2000 Vortec V6 and V8 engine range. FlashScan V2 was designed by EFILive as the premier tool for scanning, logging and tuning your LS1/LS6 based PCM, Duramax LB7/LLY ECM, Allison transmission, TCM or Inline 6PCM (Trailblazer/Envoy).
Hyundai Tech Tip: Throttle Position Sensor Driveability Symptoms
The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) output signal is an important input for both the engine and transaxle control modules. A malfunctioning TPS may result in numerous symptoms.
Tech Talk: Positioning Yourself to Handle TP Service
Although conventional throttle position sensors attached to the throttle shaft are considered basic technology on modern engine management systems, the conventional throttle sensor plays an important role in its relationship with other sensors. The voltage inputs of most throttle position (TP) sensors may, for example, be coordinated with the barometric pressure (BARO), manifold absolute pressure
TechTalk: Grabbing Dodge Diesel Service ‘by the Horns’
With the massive number of diesel trucks that have hit the roads since around 1998, I believe there is an enormous amount of potential work for independent shops. One fact I thought was amazing is DaimlerChrysler claims that 70% of the Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 truck market since 2003 is equipped with the 5.9L
A Brief History of the Steering Wheel & Power Steering
It’s 1956 and the 20-inch-diameter steering wheel on a Chevrolet Bel Air or Ford Fairlane provided the leverage to steer the wheels. But, it was especially difficult to turn the steering wheel when the vehicle was stopped. Turning the wheel required a certain amount of upper body strength that was given by God to truck
Hyundai Tech Tip: Throttle Position Sensor Driveability Symptoms
The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) output signal is an important input for both the engine and transaxle control modules. A malfunctioning TPS may result in numerous symptoms being present.