Miata Tech Tip: Check Engine Light is On
If the check engine light is on in a 1996-2003 1.8L Mazda Miata, and/or DTC codes P0400 and P0402 are set, it is likely that the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) passages in the intake manifold are restricted with carbon.
ALLDATA Cracking Down on Software Piracy
While many automotive repair shop owners know that copying and/or distributing copyrighted software illegally is considered piracy, what they may not be aware of is that even possession of software that has been illegally copied is piracy.
Nissan Tech Tip: Diagnosing Blower Motor Noise Complaints
If a customer indicates that a light ticking or humming noise can be heard coming from the blower motor when the motor is run at low fan speeds (speed 1 or 2), a noise-reducing blower motor is available. The noise may be very slight and, at times, difficult to hear.
ACDelco Offers Training Incentives, New Classes for 2007
The automotive aftermarket industry has long recognized ACDelco for its world-class training program that helps technicians and shop owners to stay current with new technology through the latest information and cutting-edge instruction.
Subaru Tech Tip: ABS ECU Replacement
In order to improve the serviceability of the ABS system, the ECU was subdivided and has been established as a spare part. This service bulletin details the replacement procedures of the ECU as a spare part.
Ride Control Upgrades Offer Growing Opportunities for Added Sales and Profitability
KYB America LLC, a supplier of OE and aftermarket shocks and struts, views ride control upgrades as viable opportunities for creating extra shock sales and profits from the installation of heavy-duty and performance shocks.
ASA Announces New Member Benefit Agreement with Bosch
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) announces a new tool in its membership benefits package. Through an agreement with Robert Bosch Corp., ASA members will soon be allowed access to all currently available Bosch training at a preferred rate.
ALLDATA Selected as Trade Magazine Readers’ Favorite
ALLDATA, a provider of diagnostic, repair and estimating information to the professional automotive service industry, has received the prestigious 2006 Underhood Service and ImportCar Readers’ Choice Award.
Nissan Tech Tip: Groaning/Grinding Noise from Front Brakes
Use this bulletin to service a 1998-2000 Quest if the vehicle’s front brakes make a loud, low-frequency groan/grind noise when stopping. The groan/grind addressed by this bulletin may occur at normal operating temperatures and is not a "creep groan."
Michigan Shop Owner Wins Jr. Luxeon Reach LED Flashlight from Streamlight in Autocarepro:news Tool Giveaway
Ken Elzinga was recently named the winner in the Autocarepro:news December Tool Giveaway sponsored by Streamlight. Elzinga, owner of Hilltop Auto Service in Byron Center, MI, will receive a Jr. Luxeon Reach LED Flashlight from Streamlight.