Directions: Top Techs Score Big for the Automotive Aftermarket
Let’s hear it for the automotive service and repair industry’s group of All Stars.
Top Techs Score Big For The Automotive Aftermarket
Let’s hear it for the automotive service and repair industry that also has its own group of All Stars. These Top Techs were honored in November during the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence’s (ASE) board meeting held at the Monteleone Hotel in New Orleans.
Toyota Temporarily Suspends Sales of Selected Vehicles
Following the announcement that it would recall 2.3 million vehicles for a sticking accelerator pedal, Toyota on January 27 said that it is instructing its dealers to temporarily suspend sales of the eight models involved in the recall.
2010 North American Car and Truck of the Year Winners Announced
This year was only the third time in 17 years that one automaker has won both awards.
Auto 7 Launches Industry’s Most Comprehensive Catalog for Korean-Made Vehicles
Comprehensive listing of more than 42,000 applications for North American fleet of Hyundai, Kia and Daewoo vehicles now available on line.
Directions: Turbocharging’s Not Just A Lot of Hot Air
In a recent study of U.S. consumers by Honeywell, more than half of those who plan to purchase a vehicle in the next two years believe fuel efficiency is more important than it was during their last vehicle purchase.
DENSO Sales California Releases New 2009 Oxygen Sensor Catalog
Along with additional coverage, the DENSO 2009 catalog offers an updated 180-page illustration guide to assist with sensor selection.
The Electronic Parking Brake:
A recent variation is the electric parking brake. First installed in the 2001 electric brakes have since appeared in a number of vehicles.
Tech Tip: A/T, M/T Crossmember Service Precautions
When performing service work or installing an accessory short-throw shifter on any Subaru vehicle, it’s extremely important that the transmission is supported properly when removing or reinstalling the cross member. If not, damage to the bolts and/or threads will occur. Service Tips: 1. Support the transmission using a transmission jack, regardless if the vehicle is
Internal Engine Repairs: Uncovering the Culprits That Cause Head Gaskets To Fail
The first symptoms of a failing head gasket are usually a slow loss of coolant with no visible leaks, engine overheating and/or a check engine light with cylinder misfire codes. Uncover the culprits and prevent comebacks by following repair procedures to the letter.