Ford’s eCounter Partners With Diagnostic Site Identifix Direct-Hit To Streamline Aftermarket Repairs
For technicians who use Ford Motorcraft’s eCounter to order parts, their work just got a lot easier. eCounter, Motorcraft’s e-commerce tool, has now partnered with Identifix – a provider of automotive repair information to help diagnose and repair vehicles efficiently, accurately and profitably. The new partnership makes it possible for technicians to troubleshoot the toughest
Federated Recognizes Car Care Vendor Partners
Federated Auto Parts recently recognized its supplier partners that support the Federated Car Care Center program. “We are very fortunate to have so many outstanding vendor partners that not only supply Federated with top quality name brand parts, but also support Federated Car Care Centers by providing helpful merchandising aids, training materials, technical and specification
Federated-KOI Cavalcade Of Customs Set For January In Cincinnati
The 55th annual Cavalcade of Customs and Training Expo will be held Jan. 9-11 at the Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati, OH. Federated Auto Parts and its long time member, KOI Auto Parts, are partnering again to host one of the country’s premier training and educational opportunities for shop owners and service technicians. “The
Ford Reflash: Setting Up Your PC
You’ve just finished up a job on a Ford vehicle, and you’re about to try and start it up. However, it needs programmed first. You’ve decided to use a J2534 tool, but there are certain things you’ll need to consider before purchasing that subscription at www.motorcraftservice.com. Choosing a PC The PC you choose for reflashing
Federated Reports That The Federated Auto Parts 400 Was A Weekend To Remember
A lot of fun and some exciting NASCAR racing took place over the weekend at the third annual Federated Auto Parts 400 Sprint Cup race at the Richmond International Raceway (RIR). The Federated Auto Parts 400 was televised nationally Sept. 6 on ABC-TV. Brad Keselowski captured the checkered flag, securing the No. 1 seed for
Servicing 4.6L And 5.4L Engines Found With Cylinder Head Oil Leak Or Weepage
Some vehicles equipped with the Romeo 4.6L 2V engine or 5.4L 2V Windsor and 5.4L Supercharged engine may exhibit an oil leak or oil weepage from the cylinder head gasket at the right-hand rear or the left-hand front of the engine. Oil weepage is not considered detrimental to this engine’s performance or durability. An oil
FordParts.com Launches Right Right Right Sweepstakes
Based on the premise of finding the right tool to get you the right part at the right time, the “Right Right Right Sweepstakes” is designed to show installers and fleet administrators just how easy it is to do business on FordParts.com, and to reward their commitment with an experience they will never forget.
Federated And KOI To Host 54th Annual Cavalcade Of Customs In Cincinnati
Federated and its long time member KOI Auto Parts are partnering again to host the 54th annual Cavalcade of Customs and Training Expo in Cincinnati, OH, Jan. 10-12 at the Duke Energy Convention Center.
Spark Plug Removal On Ford Modular Engines
Ford’s Modular engine, used in various Ford, Lincoln and Mercury products during the mid- to late-2000s, has been known to give techs a hard time during a spark plug replacement. The problem lies with excessive carbon buildup on the plugs, especially on engines that have gone beyond an OEM-recommended replacement interval. This can cause a plug to break in the chamber during its removal, creating stress on the tech and additional labor time to remove the damaged component.
Exploring the Service Needs of the Ford 4.0L V6 Engine
The 4.0l SOHC engine was found under the hood of many Ford SUVs and light trucks, as well as 2005-10 Mustangs.
