Tech Tip: Misfires May Cause Engine to Feel Rough, Lack Power and Use More Gas
When you have a misfire code for a particular cylinder, you can focus on one of three things: an ignition problem, a fuel injector problem or a compression problem. Ignition problems that can cause misfires include worn or fouled spark plugs, bad plug wires, moisture on the plugs or plug wires, or a weak or dead ignition coil ….
Premium iPod Touch Players Await First 15 Qualifying Entries to Remy ‘Conquer the Canyon’ Sweepstakes
Although the grand-prize 2008 GMC Canyon 4WD truck won’t be awarded until October, Remy International, Inc. is offering a special incentive to the first 15 professional technicians who submit qualifying entries to the company’s "Conquer the Canyon" sweepstakes ….
Toyota Tech Tip: Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) Battery Information
This TSB provides background on the differences and similarities between AGM (Absorbed-electrolyte Glass Mat) batteries used in some 2001-’08 models, including the 2003 Prius, and flooded-lead acid batteries. It also explains charging procedures performed by the GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station (SST P/N 00002-MCGR8) and its ability to charge AGM batteries at higher current levels than a standard battery charger ….
Diagnostic Solutions: Air/Fuel Ratio Sensors
Diagnose and Solve the Root Cause of Sensor Failure Before Sensor Replacement
Remy’s ‘Conquer the Canyon’ Promotion Offers Installers New ’08 GMC Canyon 4WD Truck, iPod Touch Players
Remy International, Inc. has announced a free promotion that will award chances to win a new 2008 GMC Canyon 4WD extended-cab truck and 15 iPod Touch handheld audio/video players to lucky automotive repair shop professionals who complete and document at least five qualified Remy installations between ….
Tech Tip: Regular Belt Inspections are Important to Thwart Breakdowns
Serpentine belts are much longer-lived than V-belts, but they don’t last forever. After 50,000 or 60,000 miles, they often become glazed, noisy or cracked. A belt failure is bad news because all of the engine’s accessories that are driven by the belt stop turning. The vehicle looses cooling, power steering and charging output, and the engine quickly ….
Diagnostic Solutions: Charging System Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
Although checking charging voltage at the battery terminals is the most popular method for testing an alternator, a charging voltage test seldom reveals less common problems like open or shorted alternator diodes, intermittent high or low charging rates, charging system wiring problems, intermittent cranking/no start complaints or intermittent dead battery complaints. In addition, testing charging
Remy Commits Product to Charity Cars Campaign
Remy International has joined with shareholders of Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper (AAPA) as a participating vendor in the Charity Cars program. This program benefits victims of domestic violence and abuse by enabling them to gain their freedom through ….
Battery Maintenance Often Dictates Life Expectancy
A visual inspection provides many clues about the battery’s age and condition. First, the label will usually include the date the battery was placed in service, the battery type or part number, the CA and CCA ratings, and perhaps the battery’s load-testing specifications. If the label is missing or illegible, the battery CCA rating listed in either the vehicle owner’s manual or ….
Tech Tip: In-Tank Electric Fuel Pump May Cause Buzzing Noise in Radio Speakers
After replacing the alternator, customers may complain about a hum, whine or buzzing noise that is heard through the speakers of the vehicle radio or two-way radio when the fuel pump runs. The in-tank electric fuel pump may be the cause of the electrical noise.