A few months back, I highlighted a project car being built by Z Sport. The car is now back together and... More
A turbo's basic purpose is to boost power, so when an otherwise healthy engine suddenly becomes anemic... More
Some customers with a 1998-2003 Sienna may complain of a low battery or no-start condition after running... More
Some customers may comment on a whine, whistle or ringing-type noise from the front of the engine that... More
An Infiniti driver may complain of a screeching noise when the vehicle is first started in the morning... More
Some 2001-’04 Sequoia and 2000-’04 Tundra vehicles may exhibit a condition where the... More
Some 2002-'05 Sedona (GQ) vehicles may exhibit a humming noise and vibration when the A/C is turned on... More
Some Toyota 4Runner owners may complain of a condition where the blower motor speed does not match the... More
Wintertime heater operation presents numerous questions and problems. Here are some guidelines for p... More
As automotive electronics diagnostics continues to evolve, so do the tools that are need to diagnose... More
If you receive customer reports in Model 163.154/157/172/174/175 vehicles, all model years, of acid leaking... More
Blue Car Syndrome is the non-technical term for a very common phenomenon. It is the experience that many... More
Right now, the service opportunities lie mainly in the future as hybrids move out of warranty and into... More
Fretting and fretting wear can occur on non-electrical things like bearings, but fretting corrosion is... More
As a technician, you'll need to understand how Ford's EcoBoost turbocharged gasoline direct injection... More
The Jeep Grand Cherokee has been a dependable vehicle for many vehicle owners over the years. However... More
Liquid gold – It started out a few billion years ago, roaming around the plains, eating whatever... More
Matco Tools' new Low Clearance Pulley Puller works in close quarters for removing most automotive pulleys... More
Chicago Pneumatic's CP7735 impact wrench features 300 ft-lbs (407 Nm) of ultimate torque in reverse for... More
Looking for some new heavy duty sockets to make your job a little easier? Snap-on has expanded the number... More
Matco Tools' new Adjustable Style Hose Remover, the AHR481, quickly and easily loosens and removes hoses... More
Matco's new 1/4" Composite Air Ratchet, the MT1824, features 35 ft-lb max torque and 300 rpm free speed... More
Shure's TC3 System (Technician Customer Care Center) integrates all of the essential workspace, storage... More
Shure's new Tire Cart features heavy-duty steel construction with adjustable cross supports. More
The kit features the award-winning OPTIMAX Jr, a mini blue light LED leak detection flashlight with mega... More
AirSept's new A/C Charge Guard filter allows technicians to charge refrigerant into hybrid vehicles while... More
New level of accuracy gives the user the ability to inject dye, flush a vehicle's A/C system, save before... More
Uncle Earl's Soap, a powerful cleaning and hydrating hand soap, is now available to the automotive industry... More
The new Linen Bin corrals uniforms, shop towels and other soiled laundry within a vinyl bag liner or... More
The advanced gasket remover reduces need for scraping and grinding; and eliminates potential flange damage... More
These new products are complementary products to the company's award-winning Fuel System Decarbonizer... More
Emergency tire inflator temporarily repairs tires safely and economically. More
WORLDPAC offers a comprehensive lubricants program including ENEOS, LUBRO MOLY, RED LINE, PENTOSIN and... More
Ensuring performance either on- or off-road, the new maximum travel shocks from Rancho combine a twin-tube... More
Solv-Tec K-Seal is a one-step permanent coolant leak repair that permanently seals most leaks in the... More
Pro-Kit lowers the Lancer's center of gravity, reducing squat during acceleration, body roll in corners... More
The new CORSA Taurus SHO cat-back exhaust system features a dual rear-exit design with single 4-inch... More
Bosch, the world leader in brake technology, is launching a major brake program and introducing QuietCast... More
ACDelco welcomes the spring driving season with products and promotions that reward ACDelco-affiliated... More
Available at participating service locations from March 1 through August 31, 2010, the DynoMax "Cat-Back... More
The line is being marketed under the Wheel Products name. Included in its initial offering will be p... More
Paul Menard posted the best overall performance of his Sprint Cup racing career and his crew chief, Richard... More
With more than 170 new part numbers covering primarily Class 8 vehicles, this brand new catalog provides... More
On a day that a plane crash kills 3 Tesla employees, it was announced the company's CEO won the 2010... More
Did you know that not even half of the states signed on to honor National Automotive Service Professionals... More
Chilton releases its 2010 Domestic Service Manuals which I have found to be an enormous wealth of automotive... More
A summary of a report on FCV Growth is available as a free download from Pike Research More
By 2013, the high-volume Golf and Jetta models of the Volkswagen brand are expected to dominate the hybrid... More
HUMMER Sale to Chinese Company Tengzhong Cannot be Completed More
Customer Concern: When you come to a stop, just before completely stopped, the ABS motor kicks on and... More
More Kias on the road means more repair and maintenance opportunities for the import car specialist... More
This tech tip provides part numbers and technical information for SKF double-row, angular-contact front... More
Chrysler will recall 24,177 vehicles due to a potential problem with the retaining clip that holds brake... More
In order to appreciate some of the fine points of disc brake repair, it's important to review the basic... More
BMW's "Condition Based Service" (CBS) system monitors various maintenance items on the vehicle, and alerts... More
The 2010 Buick LaCrosse is built on the Epsilon II platform that is shared with the Saab 9-5 and other... More
When driving at low speeds or cornering, a squeaking noise from the front suspension may be heard. A... More
Owners of some Chrysler and Dodge vehicles may complain of a creaking or squawking noise coming from... More
The first-generation Cadillac CTS was introduced in 2003 and ended production in the 2007 model year... More
A 2001 Acura MDX owner may complain of front-end noises. There are three distinct noises that may come... More
In a recent technical bulletin, SKF addresses the rough or coarse feel of some new hub units if they... More
Although most technicians take steering linkages for granted, it pays to review the basics. Knowing them... More
Some Acura MDX drivers may complain that the dashboard is creaking. The repair for this condition involves... More
Steering and suspension work, like engine repair or electrical diagnosis, often requires special tools... More
Although modern OBD II technology has simplified catalytic converter diagnostics, it's still important... More
Mode $06 is one of the nine diagnostic modes that is part of the OBD II on-board diagnostics system on... More
During high humidity climate conditions, some Chrysler, Dodge or Plymouth vehicles may experience a momentary... More
Technical contributor Gary Goms discuss the importance of choosing the right scan tool, using scan tool... More
Catalytic converters have been disappearing at an alarming rate. The theft of these emission control... More
It's more than likely that many technicians use their scan tools as diagnostic trouble code (DTC) readers... More
According to their engineers, these high-powered engines are ideal for all-wheel-drive applications used... More
The original logic used for DTC P0460 (fuel level sensor circuit malfunction) in 2000 model year Sephias... More
Some vehicles equipped with 1MZ-FE (V6) engines without VVTi may exhibit a rough idle and/or an MIL-on... More
Though some vehicles have diagnostic modes that can show fault codes and other diagnostic information... More
You just pulled a P0420 from a vehicle indicating the catalyst system efficiency for one of the banks... More
