Mazda’s SKYACTIV Technology
Mazda has been making big waves in the automotive world with its SKYACTIV technology. Introduced in 2011 in the Japanese market, Mazda’s ultra high-compression, direct injection gasoline engines are achieving fuel economy numbers that rival many hybrids – and at much less cost. These engines include the SKYACTIV-G 1.3L engine in the 2012 Mazda 2, the 2.0L in the 2012 Mazda 3 and 2013 CX-5, and the 2.0L and 2.5L engines in the 2014 Mazda 6 and CX-5.
Standard Motor Products Announces TechSmart Fall 2013 Line Expansion
Standard Motor Products Inc. (SMP) has announced its latest TechSmart line expansion for 2013. TechSmart has added 95 new premium parts to its growing line of engine control products, covering more than 85 million vehicle applications. Highlighting this release are several exciting new problem-solving solutions, including DISA valve repair kits for BMW’s common DISA valve failure, throttle position sensor repair kits for Honda and a variable intake manifold repair kit for the high-failure Mercedes-Benz variable intake manifold.
Digital Edition Of October Underhood Service Magazine Is Now Available
A digital version of the October issue of Underhood Service is now available on-line. Access the easy-to-view digital version that features articles on Driveability Issues, Diesel injection Components, BMW No-Crank, Rotating Electrical, Gaskets, Wiring Harness, Water Pumps, Catalytic Converters, a host of tech tips, and more!
Arnott Air Suspension Releases 2014 Product Catalog
Arnott Inc. has released its 2014 product catalog. The new catalog provides detailed information on more than 260 air suspension replacement products including new product offerings for BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi and more.
Snap-on Introduces Software Upgrade 13.4
The new Software Upgrade 13.4 from Snap-on Diagnostics is packed with high performance diagnostics specifically formulated to put you at the top of your game as a professional technician – to fix more cars faster. With the most current diagnostic capabilities for over 64 million vehicles on the road today, this powerful upgrade expands repair shops’ service reach by delivering the latest features and new coverage for all major makes back to model year 1998.
CRP Offers ContiTech Accessory Drive System Service Poster To Help Educate Vehicle Owners
CRP Automotive, a leading source of OE-quality replacement and service parts, has developed a special ContiTech Accessory Drive System Service Poster, which is part of an overall support program for its ContiTech Serpentine Belts and Accessory Drive Kits.
Gates Announces Release Of New Products To Serve Automotive Aftermarket
The Gates Corp. recently added 394 new parts to its catalog of quality automotive products. The new parts include turbocharger hose for VW and Audi applications, branched radiator hose, timing component kits with water pump, and small I.D. and molded hose.
Bosch Announces Additional Part Numbers For OE Specialty Wiper Blades And Engine Management Sensors
Bosch has added 59 new part numbers to its OE specialty wiper blade and engine management sensor categories, expanding Bosch coverage by more than 43.8 million domestic, European and Asian new vehicles.
TRW Announces Range Extension For Premium Disc Brake Pad Program
TRW Automotive Aftermarket has announced a range extension for its premium disc brake pad program in North America. The range extension comprises 54 part numbers and will provide coverage for an additional 12 million vehicles. This expansion brings the total number of application numbers in the program to more than 800 and covers nearly 94 percent of the vehicles in operation in North America, the company says.
TECH TIP: Mini: Erroneous “Service Due” Message For Brake Pad Thickness
The mathematical calculation made by the Condition Based Services Module (CBS) do not agree with the actual brake wear. The CBS uses inputs like vehicle speed, pedal pressure and rotor temperature to determine if the pads require replacement.