VIDEO: Idle Quality On Kia Vehicles
Andrew Markel discusses a recent TSB about idle quality on the Kia Sorento, and how the problem was solved at the alternator level. Sponsored by Litens.
VIDEO: Steering Vibration Or Moan On Honda Vehicles
Andrew Markel discusses steering noise, and the repair necessary to correct the noise and vibration conditions. Sponsored by Litens.
Diagnosing Alternator Pulleys
When faced with an illuminated charge light diagnosis on most late-model vehicles, do not automatically assume the problem is inside the alternator and potentially unserviceable. The problem could be the pulley and belt drive system. Neglecting to test and diagnose the pulley can lead to unnecessary replacement.
Tech Tip: Dozens of Additional Vehicle Models Now Factory-Equipped with OAD Decouplers
Dozens of the latest vehicle models from domestic and import manufacturers are now factory equipped with overrunning alternator decouplers (OAD). The rapidly growing popularity of this sophisticated technology – now featured on more than 60 popular applications – is changing the way parts providers and repair professionals specify alternators, belts and pulleys for replacement applications.
Avoiding Alternator Comebacks: Did Your Supplier Provide the Right Pulley?
Automotive repair businesses that install remanufactured alternators are urged to verify that their units are equipped with overrunning alternator decoupler (OAD) pulleys for the growing number of late-model vehicles now requiring this advanced technology.
New Website Helps Jobbers, Installers Understand Recent Dramatic Changes in Alternator Pulley Technology
www.decouplerpulley.com helps parts professionals, technicians eliminate increasingly common belt-drive repair issues.