Remy International, Inc. Supplying HVH Electric Motors to Daimler for 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML450 Hybrid
Remy International, Inc. recently announced it is supplying Daimler with the Remy HVH electric motor used in the 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML450 Hybrid recently released to the United States market.
Tech Tip: Hyundai Check Engine Light Diagnostics
There are a couple of ways a Hyundai will find its way into your bay with a check engine light complaint. If a misfire is obvious, you may be tempted to get to work and start switching coils, checking wires or whatever, looking to diagnose the problem. But before you do, check the codes to see if more information is available.
Tech Tip: Loss of Power Assist to the Chrysler Minivan
During high humidity climate conditions, some Chrysler, Dodge or Plymouth vehicles may experience a momentary loss of power assist for the steering when turning corners with the A/C or defroster on or recently on. This Tech Tip describes two repair procedures depending on the diagnosis.
Tech Tip: Honda MIL Comes On
The MIL comes on with one or more of these evaporative DTCs stored: P0451 (FTP sensor circuit range/performance problem); P0452 (FTP sensor circuit low voltage); P0453 (FTP sensor circuit high voltage); P1454 (FTP sensor circuit range/performance problem).
Tenneco’s Walker Brand Positioned as Technology Leader in OBD II Converter Market
Tenneco’s Walker emissions control brand has unveiled a comprehensive new line of advanced, original equipment-inspired replacement converters that address the unique demands and repair challenges for thousands of late-model (1996 and newer) vehicles equipped with OBD II technology.
Popular Counter Stool, Expanded Rebates and More Featured in 2010 Tenneco Expert Plus Program
Designed to help automotive service businesses increase their share of the undercar service market, the 2010 Expert Plus program, now in its 12th year, includes more benefits than ever, thanks to extensive input from shop owners and managers across North America.
Eastern Catalytic Launches New Full Line and Universal Catalytic Converter Catalogs
Eastern Catalytic has just released two new product catalogs, a 24-page Universal Converter Catalog and a 352-page Full Line Catalog.
TerraClean Announces Availability of Cooling System Chemical Lineup
TerraClean Power Steering Cleaner and TerraClean Power Steering Fluid and Conditioner have been launched in conjunction with TerraClean’s TerraSteer Machine.
Tech Feature: Diagnosing and Repairing Cooling System Leaks on Hyundai Models
Cooling system problems will present themselves in a variety of ways, and it’s important that your service writer has the skills to ask the correct questions that will help your techs make efficient repairs.
Tech Feature: Troubleshooting BMW’s Condition Based Service System
BMW’s “Condition Based Service” (CBS) system monitors various maintenance items on the vehicle, and alerts the motorist when service is needed. But even this maintenance alert system can require maintenance itself.