Lexus LS430 Fuel Pump Replacement
We will use a third-generation 2006 Lexus LS430 as our case study for this fuel pump assembly replacement. First, discharge the fuel system pressure, disconnect the negative battery terminal and drain the fuel. Be sure to remove the rear seat cushion assembly. Consult the owner’s manual for the above tasks. 1. Remove the rear floor
Modern Fuel Control Diagnostics: Sorting Through the Datastream
When confronted with a fuel control problem on a modern vehicle, I’ll normally use short- and long-term fuel trims to determine if the problem is caused by one of many failures such as a vacuum leak or a leaking fuel pressure regulator. If you’re like me, you’ll occasionally access the air/fuel ratio (AFR) sensor serial
CORSA Cat-Back Exhaust System Available For The Toyota Tundra
CORSA Performance announces its high-performance cat-back exhaust systems are available for the 2011-2014 Toyota Tundra Double Cab and Crew Max models with 5.7L engines. The Toyota Tundra exhaust system (part #14916) is a single side exit exhaust manufactured from premium, stainless steel construction and featuring Twin 4-inch Pro-Series tips etched with the CORSA logo. Its
Toyota: Fixing Prius HID Headlamp Problems
High Intensity Discharge (HID) bulbs are unlike halogen light bulbs, which simply stop working at the end of their useful life. HID bulbs nearing their service end-of-life may flicker or intermittently be inoperable — similar to a fluorescent light bulb. Some 2006-‘09 model year Toyota Prius models may exhibit an HID headlight flicker or intermittent
Toyota: Fixing Prius HID Headlamp Problems
High Intensity Discharge (HID) bulbs are unlike halogen light bulbs, which simply stop working at the end of their useful life. HID bulbs nearing their service end-of-life may flicker or intermittently be inoperable — similar to a fluorescent light bulb. Some 2006-‘09 model year Toyota Prius models may exhibit an HID headlight flicker or intermittent
Spectra Premium Introduces 93 New SKUs
Spectra Premium’s latest product release includes 93 new SKUs, covering more than 54 million vehicles on the road today. The new part numbers include radiators, filler necks, oil pans, fuel tank straps and fuel pump assemblies for popular late-model domestic and import applications. Included in the new product release are: • 15 fuel tank filler
Telltale Signs Of Cooling System Component Failure
Springtime brings with it the vacation season when many families will hitch a boat or camping trailer to their fully loaded family car, SUV or pickup truck and travel to some remote wilderness hideaway. Needless to say, both the parents and their vehicle’s cooling system will be stressed out long before the trip is over.
Import Insights: Toyota (May 2014)
Corolla first to roll off Toyota Mississippi line In April, Toyota Mississippi’s first Corolla for export to customers in Central and South America and the Caribbean rolled off the assembly line. More than 7,500 Mississippi-built Corollas will be exported this year to 18 countries in Central and South America and the Caribbean. Nine Toyota models
Import Motor Oil Specifications Explained
Oil is the lifeblood of every engine, so it’s important to always use a high-quality motor oil that meets the vehicle manufacturers’ viscosity recommendations and performance specifications when servicing your customers’ vehicles. Just use a name-brand motor oil that meets the recommended SAE viscosity and current American Petroleum Institute (API) quality standards and you should
MOOG Coverage Expanded With Dozens Of New Parts For Foreign Nameplate And Domestic Models
Federal-Mogul has expanded coverage provided by its MOOG Steering and Suspension brand with dozens of new parts now available for popular late-model foreign nameplate and domestic applications. As the automotive service industry’s “Problem Solver,” MOOG offers innovative technologies that improve on original designs for longer life, superior performance and easier installation, according to Federal-Mogul.
JASPER Offers Remanufactured Toyota 1MZ-FE 3.0L DOHC Engine
Jasper Engines & Transmissions announces the availability of its remanufactured Toyota 1MZ-FE 3.0L engine. This DOHC V6 engine is available on exchange for the following 1994-2006 vehicles: Toyota Camry, Avalon, Solara, Sienna and Highlander; and Lexus ES300 and RX300.
Indirect Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems On Import Vehicles
Indirect Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) began making a comeback in 2011 on all Audi models. The highly popular Honda Accord switched to indirect TPMS for the 2013 model year. The 2013 Mazda CX-5 is now also using an indirect TPMS. Some of the VW Golf platform vehicles have switched to an indirect TPMS. Most of these models have the optional ABS and stability control system.