Alignment & Suspension Specs: 2006-10 Dodge Charger Police Package
The Dodge Charger Police Package entered service in 2006. Compared to the civilian model, the police variant’s suspension is the same, except for some changes in the the sway bars, shock valving and changes to the ABS and stability control software. In 2011, Chrysler is introducing a Pursuit version with heavy-duty performance front and rear suspensions with load-leveling/NIVOMAT shocks.
Federal-Mogul Expands MOOG Coverage with 81 New Parts Covering Millions of Late-Model Applications
The industry-leading MOOG steering and suspension product line from Federal-Mogul Corporation now features 81 additional high-volume parts covering millions of late-model foreign-nameplate and domestic applications.
Top 10 Ways Your Car Has Changed in 10 Years
Consumers today want to stay connected and they want the drive to be an experience, especially since the amount of time Americans spend in the car has nearly doubled in the past 10 years.
Tech Tip: Jaguar Front End Creaks/Knocks on Bumps or Turns
A customer may report a concern of a creak or knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle when driving over uneven ground or turning a corner. The noise may be emanating from the front left-hand side of the vehicle.
Alan Gustafson, Crew Chief for #5 GoDaddy.com Chevrolet, Named MOOG ‘Problem Solver of the Race’ at Phoenix
Alan Gustafson, crew chief for Mark Martin and the #5 GoDaddy.com Chevrolet, was named NASCAR MOOG “Problem Solver of the Race” after the #5 car roared from the back of the field to finish 8th in Sunday’s Kobalt Tools 500 Sprint Cup event at Phoenix International Raceway.
Tech Feature: Mazda Brake and Chassis Repair Essentials
Every job should start with the customer interview. When the appointment is made, it’s important that some questions that will help ensure a successful job get answered. The first question to ask is why the customer thinks the brakes need service. What is obvious to us is a mystery to the customer so it’s important that we establish what it is that has the customer concerned. There is nothing more disappointing to a customer than to spend money on a repair and not have their concerns addressed.
Matt Kenseth Crew Chief Jimmy Fennig Wins MOOG ‘Problem Solver’ Award at Texas
Jimmy Fennig, crew chief for Matt Kenseth and the #17 Crown Royal Black Ford, was named Federal-Mogul Corporation’s MOOG “Problem Solver of the Race” at Texas Motor Speedway after Kenseth nearly came all the way back from a lap down to win Sunday’s AAA Texas 500 Sprint Cup race.
KYB is Adding More Than 200 New Part Numbers in 2010
KYB is on pace to introduce more than 200 new part numbers in 2010. To date KYB has added 130 new part numbers and has plans to introduce another 80 before the end of the year. Some of the popular, late-model applications recently introduced include the 2007-2009 Chevrolet Silverado, 2007-2009 Mazda CX-7, 2009-2010 Mazda6, 2007-2009 Hyundai Santa Fe and the 2007-2009 Nissan Altima.
ALIGNMENT & SUSPENSION SPECS: 2002-2010 Jeep Liberty
The Liberty (2002-2007 KJ+2008-2010 KK) was the replacement for the Cherokee (XJ). The major changes from the Cherokee to the Liberty were an independent front suspension and trailing arm rear suspension. Compared to the Cherokee, the Liberty is actually easier to align.
Wheel Speed Sensors: ABS and TCS Signal Use
The signals from the Wheel Speed Sensors (WSS) are the most important sensor input to the Brake Control Module (BCM) for ABS activation.