Standard Motor Products Releases 412 New Parts For Intermotor Import Line
Standard Motor Products (SMP) has announced the addition of 412 new part numbers to its Intermotor line of genuine import parts. The Intermotor line expansion features more than 175 new switches, including multi-function, combination, heated seat, parking brake, trunk ajar, cruise control, fog lamp, power seat memory, power window and more, covering more than 80 million additional VIO.
Tech Tip: Clogged Oil Line Leads To Chrysler/Dodge Turbocharger Failure
Extreme temperatures cause the oil circulating through the turbocharger oil feed line to burn. The coked oil buildup restricts oil flow, which leads to turbocharger failure. The oil line may appear fine externally.
Emico Unveils New Logo, Branding
Emico, manufacturer of automotive catalytic converters for aftermarket applications, down pipes and exhaust system components, has unveiled a revamped logo in the wake of its sale to Advanced Clean Air Technologies Global (ACAT).
Tenneco’s Walker Brand Helping Shops Meet Latest New York Emissions Requirements
Tenneco and the Walker emissions control brand have developed an extensive educational outreach program to assist automotive service businesses affected by new regulations covering many vehicle emissions repairs performed in New York state.
Fall Promotion Rewards Consumers For Walker Direct-Fit Catalytic Converter Purchases
Consumers can receive a $40 Visa prepaid card for a Walker direct-fit catalytic converter purchased between September 1 and October 31, 2013, through Tenneco’s Walker “Ultra Rewards!” promotion. Available at participating automotive service locations nationwide, the Walker “Ultra Rewards!” incentive offers a $40 Visa prepaid card to consumers who purchase a qualifying Walker direct-fit catalytic converter or Walker CalCat direct-fit catalytic converter.
Catalytic Converters: New Diagnostic Strategies
Catalytic converter failures on today’s vehicles are rarely caused by defects in catalytic converters. Most catalytic converter failures can be traced back to problems caused by what happens in the combustion chamber. Almost every part on the engine determines how long it will last. It could be a faulty line of computer code that pulses an injector too long, or it could be a stuck piston ring that allows oil to be sucked into the combustion chamber. These little details can limit the life of a catalytic converter.
CORSA Performance Exhausts Sets Date For 2013 Corvettes At CORSA Car Show
CORSA Performance Exhausts and Corvette Cleveland will host the 11th Annual Corvettes at CORSA Car Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 28, 2013, at CORSA Performance headquarters in Berea, Ohio.
Tech Tip: White Smoke Blowing From Tailpipe?
A classic sign of a head gasket problem is when the vehicle is blowing white smoke from the tailpipe. This indicates that water/coolant is entering the combustion chamber and is then burnt off as steam through the exhaust. The white “smoke” is water vapor as the steam condenses when it hits the colder atmosphere.
New York And Maine Delay Implementation Of New Catalytic Converter Standards
AAIA received a letter on May 21 from Jared Snyder, assistant commissioner for the Office of Air Resources, Climate Change & Energy in the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), announcing that the agency will delay enforcement of the June 1 implementation of six NYCCR Part 218-7.2 (c), adopted standards for new aftermarket catalytic converters.
CORSA Performance Publishes 2013 Product Line Catalog
CORSA Performance Exhausts has released a new, four-color, 40-page catalog featuring all product applications for CORSA Performance Exhaust Systems, dB Performance Exhaust Systems, as well as the company’s new air intake line.
ANSA Releases New Silverline Diesel Performance Exhaust Catalog
The new Silverline Diesel Performance Exhaust catalog is now available from ANSA. Included are exhaust system kits for Ford, Chevy and Dodge light-duty diesel pickups as well as an expanded selection of stacks, offering more styles, lengths and finishes.
Volkswagen Tech Tip: Check Engine Light Is On With Fault Code P0420
If you encounter a check engine light on with a fault code P0420 stored in the fault memory, this may be the result of a defective catalytic converter.