Toyota 4Runner Drive Belt Noise Creates Driver Tension
Some Toyota 4Runner drivers may complain of a “squealing” or “chirping” sound from the accessory drive belt when the engine is first started. An improved auto tensioner assembly, flange bolt, V-rib belt and service procedure have been developed to correct the condition.
Bosch Launches New Sweepstakes and Contest
Last September, Bosch brought drifting to the streets of Los Angeles with its Performance Art event. Expanding upon this successful event, Bosch will award one lucky random winner with a 2010 Mustang GT as the Grand Prize in the new “Drift Into A Mustang” Sweepstakes. A promotional video featuring world champion drifter Vaughn Gittin Jr. is posted on www.boschperformanceart.com along with a link to the contest entry page.
Tech Tip: Installing Reman Engines and Transmissions
With new car sales down, people are keeping their vehicles longer and racking up more miles on their engines. That means there’s a growing opportunity to install a remanufactured engine in a customer’s vehicle if their original engine or transmission has reached the end of the road. Most engines will go quite a few miles with proper maintenance. But if the owner scrimps on regular fluid, oil and filter changes, neglects the coolant, never changes the spark plugs, or ignores little problems, it may lead to premature engine failure.
Tech Tip: Seven Frequently Asked Questions about Automotive Batteries
What is Cold Cranking Amp (CCA) Rating? This industry rating measures the cranking power a battery has available to start a car’s engine at 0 degrees F. Battery Council International defines it as the number of amperes a lead acid battery at 0 degrees F can deliver for 30 seconds and maintain at least 1.2 volts per cell ….
Battery Service & Diagnosis
A good battery with an adequate charge is absolutely essential for reliable cold starting. A weak battery or one that is run down may not deliver enough amps to crank the engine when temperatures plunge and the oil thickens. Cold weather can be hard on batteries, but so can hot weather because it increases water
Top 5 Tools: Levi Jaurigue, Toy Tech Auto Repair
Levi Jaurigue, owner and technician Toy Tech Auto Repair Bloomington, CA Matco 14.4V Impact Wrench — Always the right tool for the right job. Snap-on Vantage PRO/Tech Notes — Excellent compliment to Snap-on SOLUS. Snap-on/Blue Point MT130 Charging System Analyzer — Diagnoses opens and shorts in alternators without any questions. Snap-on SOLUS — Speed
Remy Aftermarket Group Receives Market Leadership Award from Global Consulting Firm
The Remy Electrical Aftermarket unit of Remy International, Inc. has received the 2008 Market Leadership Award for the North American starters and alternators category from respected global research consultancy Frost & Sullivan ….
Tech Tip: Belt and Hose Inspections
Although belts and hoses are still classified as expendable parts, their durability has increased to the point that many import shop owners and technicians are now neglecting to perform routine belt and hose inspections. From a historical perspective, belts and hoses have moved from a recommended replacement interval to an inspection interval. This means that, unless otherwise required, there is generally no recommended replacement interval for ….
Tech Tip: Diagnosing Honda Accord EX with Trouble Code P0325
An illuminated check engine light on a customer’s 1998 Honda Accord EX, that is registering a trouble code P0325, could be caused by the knock sensor, the connection, wire harness or the Engine Control Module (ECM). Replace the knock sensor and the trouble code resets. With the knock sensor unplugged and using a digital volt ….
Belt and Hose Inspections
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