Johnson Controls Receives Top Honors From Toyota For Its Diversity Efforts
Johnson Controls has been awarded top honors in multiple categories by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America Inc. (TEMA). Johnson Controls’ Automotive Seating, Automotive Electronics & Interiors and Power Solutions units received a “Superior” award in supplier diversity for their seating, overhead console, injection molding, headliner, door trim and battery products. The supplier diversity award is given to suppliers that implement diversity activities and exceed Toyota’s targets.
Dan Freeman, Industry Veteran of 50 Years, Takes a Look Back & A Look Ahead
A Cleveland, OH, native, Dan’s career began in 1964 working with his father who was in the wholesale/retail tire business, leasing space in a large discount store and selling passenger and truck tires. Fast-forward 50 years, and Dan, who’s been at the helm of Automotive Parts Associates (APA) for 25 years, looks back on his storied and successful career, and looks forward to giving back to the industry in his well-deserved retirement that begins later this month.
DENSO Launches Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensor Program
DENSO Products and Services Americas has launched a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor program to support its aftermarket customers’ needs. According to DENSO, just 16 part numbers cover more than 100 popular passenger cars, SUVs, trucks and crossovers – more than 25 million vehicles on the road. Additional DENSO TPMS sensor part numbers will be announced later this year, the company adds.
Performing A Brake Job On A 2007-2013 Toyota Tundra
For 2007, the Toyota Tundra was redesigned. The body changed, and the foundation brake system was also updated with larger front brake calipers and rear disc brakes. The control system and hydraulics changed with a new vehicle stability system that included yaw, steering angle and brake pedal load sensors.
Snap-on Introduces New Parking Brake Tool For Toyota Vehicles
For service technicians, every minute counts. The new Snap-on Parking Brake Tool (BT20) saves at least 20 minutes on average when working on rear parking brake springs on many Toyota vehicles, said the company.
Toyota Tech Tip: Rough Idle, Surging Between 500 To 800 RPM
The owner of 2005 Toyota Avalon complains check engine light is on, rough idle and engine idle surging between 500 and 800 rpm. The technician retrieved Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0171 and P0174 (System too lean banks 1 and 2). The technician replaced the air fuel sensors on both banks and cleared DTCs. After driving vehicle for approximately one mile, all symptoms returned.
Air Ride Replacement Options For Variety Of Makes And Models
All air ride systems can fail and require service. There are several repair paths you can go down to offer the best option for a customer’s needs and budget. Here is a forecast of current and future air ride vehicles and replacement options. Makes covered include: BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, Hummer, Lexus, Toyota and more.
Toyota Tech Tip: Front Brake Rattle Noise
Some Corolla and Matrix owners may experience a front brake rattle type of noise when the car is traveling over bumps. Updated front disc brake cylinder (caliper) mountings and disc brake pad support plates are available to eliminate this condition. Conduct a road test to verify the noise condition. Front brake rattle noise will occur when the front tire runs over a depression in the road.
Toyota Becomes First Founding Partner Of Historic DAYTONA Rising Project At Daytona International Speedway
International Speedway Corp. (ISC) has announced a groundbreaking, multi-year partnership with Toyota Motor Sales (TMS) U.S.A. Inc. that will make Toyota the first Founding Partner at Daytona International Speedway as part of its $400 million DAYTONA Rising redevelopment project.
Tech Tip: Lexus Fuel Injector ‘Ticking’ Noise
Some customers with 2004-’05 model year RX 330 vehicles may complain of a “ticking” noise from the engine compartment when the engine is idling. Updated fuel main tube and fuel tube clamps are now available.
Tech Tip: Toyota RAV4 Recall And Inspection Tags
If you get a 2005-2011 Toyota RAV4 in your shop for an alignment of a complaint of either rear tire wear or a knocking noise, you need to be aware of a recall and inspection campaign Toyota is performing. Toyota Safety Recall C0J involved inspecting the right and left Rear Suspension Lower Arm No. 1 for looseness. Based upon this inspection, it may have been necessary to replace the arm(s).
Toyota, Ford And General Motors Receive NASCAR Buddy Shuman Award
Ford Motor Co., Chevrolet Division of General Motors Co. and Toyota Motor Corp. have received the 2013 NASCAR Buddy Shuman Award from Federal-Mogul’s Champion spark plug brand. The three automakers received the award in recognition of their joint development of the Generation 6 car now used in Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series competition.