Tech Tip: Diagnosing Inoperative Daytime Running Lights on Subaru Vehicles
If you have a customer concerned that his/her daytime running lights (DRLs) do not operate, check to see if the brake fluid level warning light is "on." If it is, the DRLs will not function.
News: Mac Tools Celebrates 70 Years of Heritage at the 2008 Tool Fair
Orlando, FL — From its conception in 1938 to today, Mac Tools has remained unchanged in its philosophy of providing excellent quality and service, at a fair value. This year, Mac Tools is celebrating 70 years of heritage in quality tool manufacturing and distribution, kicking off the celebration with its annual Tool Fair event. Held
Tech Tip: Subaru Fuel Injector Removal Procedures
When removing and/or replacing the fuel injector(s), it’s imperative that the instructions found in this Tech Tip be strictly followed. Failing to do so may result in damage to the injector(s).
Tech Tip: Subaru A/T Stud Leak Repair
While diagnosing a transmission leak on a model with Phase II 4EAT, it’s advisable to inspect the left-side transmission stud area. If the transmission leak originates from this stud, perform the following repair.
Is There Enough Pressure? Fuel Injection Diagnosis & Service
One of the first questions that should always be asked — and answered — when diagnosing a fuel-related complaint on a fuel injected engine is, “What is the fuel pressure?” All too often, technicians assume fuel pressure is “good” without actually measuring it with a gauge. If the engine runs, they assume the injectors are
Tech Tip: Tire Rack Offers Answers to ‘Top Five’ TPMS Questions
Over the last year or so, Tire Rack has been conducting an informal and unscientific survey of its customers regarding the reoccurrence of issues dealing with tire pressure monitoring systems. Thanks to its wholesalers, service technicians and counter sales people in the field, just to name a few, Tire Rack developed a list of the Top Five most common TPMS questions.
ANSA Announces 2008 OER Line Expansion During Industry Week in Las Vegas
ANSA Automotive is introducing more than 200 new part numbers to their import replacement exhaust line for 2008. These new listings will be featured during Industry Week 2007 in Las Vegas and include updated applications for import makes such as Honda, Mazda, Subaru and others and have already been launched in the company’s online eCatalog.
Tech Tip: Selling Performance Modifications
The sport compact car market is hotter than ever. The market has moved beyond the simple bolt-ons such as wheels, tires, brake rotors and spoilers. It’s not unusual today to see sport compact engines producing upward of 400 horsepower on the street. With so much power under the hood, the challenge is getting the horsepower to the tires and maintaining reasonable traction and handling.
Tech Tip: Subaru Transmission Crossmember Service Tips
When performing service work or installing Subaru’s accessory short-throw shifter, it’s extremely important that the transmission is supported properly when removing or reinstalling the crossmember. If not, damage to the bolts and/or threads will occur.
Subaru Tech Tip: Curing Power Steering Groan/Vibration
A customer with a 2000-’02 Legacy sedan, wagon or Outback with a 2.5L engine may complain of an abnormal noise (groan) coming from the power steering pump and/or slight vibration in the steering wheel when turning at very low speeds.
Tech Tip: Surging Subaru Legacy Annoys Owner
Steve enjoys mountain biking, and his 2001 Subaru Legacy has no problem getting him to the mountains and back. Yet it doesn’t like to commute. Steve called me after work one day to inquire about a surging problem the Legacy has had for a while. He said that the car would surge in low-speed traffic, especially after reaching operating temperature. We scheduled an appointment and I did some research. I discovered that the surging problem is common to some newer model Subarus.
Tech Tip: Subaru Radiator Cap Cleaning
Whenever servicing the coolant/radiator, it’s imperative that the filler neck and cap are clean of all contaminants and debris. If foreign material is left in the filler neck sealing area, it will become embedded in the rubber seal and prevent the cap from sealing properly. Before making the determination that the radiator cap is faulty, perform the following repair procedure.