Toyota To Reduce Emissions From North American Operations By Up To 40%
Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) is committing to aggressively reduce its carbon output in the United States by entering into Virtual Power Purchase Agreements (VPPAs).
Catalyst Efficiency Monitors: What Are The O2 Sensors Telling The PCM?
The catalyst efficiency monitor verifies that the catalytic converter is operating at a high enough efficiency rating to keep exhaust emissions within the predetermined values. The PCM compares the signals from the upstream and downstream oxygen sensors to determine the state of the converter. These “tests” are called readiness monitors.
Wells Vehicle Electronics Releases 933 New Parts
Through the expanded product line, WVE says it can meet the needs of more than 209 million additional domestic and foreign vehicles in operation.
Misfire Monitoring In Combustion Engines
Any time you’re dealing with a combustion engine, there’s a chance it will develop a misfire. A better understanding of how computer systems analyze a misfire can make your job that much easier as the technician who’s diagnosing the problem.
KIA Codes P0171, P0446, P0507 and P2187
Learn how to diagnose a too-lean emissions issue on a 2006 Kia Rio model.
VIDEO: Electronic Thermostats
Andrew Markel explains how electronic thermostats can increase efficiency and decrease emissions through controlled heating.
Mitchell 1 Introduces 2017 Emission Control Application Guide
Mitchell 1 announces the release of its 2017 Emission Control Application Guide (ECAT17) for domestic and import cars, light trucks, vans (diesel engines) and Class ‘A’ motor homes with gasoline engines, model years 1966 – 2017.
2002 Lexus Evaporative Emissions Diagnostics (Codes P0440, P0441 and P0446)
Anyone who works on an evaporative emissions code knows there are as many possible causes as there are ways to determine the failure, says Import Specialist Contributor Frank Scandura, who discusses the strategy he used on a 2002 Lexus SC 430 that came in with a check engine light and evap codes P0440, P0441 and P0446.
Hyundai Fuel System, Emissions Diagnostics
Hyundai has done a good job of improving its offerings over the years from both an aesthetic and mechanical viewpoint. Complemented by a strong warranty and good value, the carmaker has been able to increase its market share year over year. If you aren’t seeing these cars in your bay, it’s only a matter of
