ASE Undercar X1 Specialist Certification: Not What You Would Expect
Are you one of the 7,570 technicians who are ASE-Certified Undercar Specialists? If not, you should be. I recently took the X1 Exhaust Test to qualify as an Undercar Specialist. To gain this certification you must be concurrently certified for Suspension & Steering (A4) and Brakes (A5) from the Automobile & Light Truck Test Series, and Exhaust Systems (X1) from the Specialty Test Series.
PaceSetter Performance Products Offers Direct-Fit Catalytic Converter For Nissan Altima
PaceSetter Performance Products, designers and manufacturers of quality-made, affordably-priced exhaust systems and components, now offers a Direct-Fit Catalytic Converter for the 1995-’97 Nissan Altima with a 2.4L engine.
Tenneco’s Exclusive Loyalty Program Designed To Serve Undercar Service Market And Help Drive Ride Control, Emissions Control Sales
The Expert Plus service dealer loyalty program from Tenneco – created to help automotive service businesses increase their share of the undercar service market – includes a complete marketing and promotional package for 2014.
PaceSetter Performance Products Offers Direct-Fit Catalytic Converter For 1998-2005 Passat, 1997-2006 Audi A4, A4 Quattro, A4 Cabriolet, 1.8L Turbo Engine
PaceSetter Direct-Fit Catalytic Converters utilize mandrel-bent stainless steel tubing for maximum efficiency and CNC-machined thick steel flanges for a factory-like fit and good seal. This “undercar” catalytic converter (#324078), a direct replacement for the original equipment unit, has heat shields for the catalytic converter and provisions for the O2 sensor.
Tenneco Reaching Automotive Professionals And Consumers Through Training Videos On YouTube
Tenneco says it is reaching thousands of automotive professionals and consumers as it continues to add hands-on technical training and product videos to the “TennecoInc” aftermarket channel on YouTube.
PaceSetter Offers Direct-fit Catalytic Converter For 2002-2003 Nissan Maxima And 2002-2004 Infinity I35, 3.5L Engine
PaceSetter Direct-Fit Catalytic Converters utilize mandrel-bent stainless steel tubing for maximum efficiency and CNC-machined thick steel flanges for a factory-like fit and good seal, said the company. This ‘pot-cat’ catalytic converter, (#201102), is a direct replacement for the original equipment unit. It is, however, not legal for use or sale in California.
Mazda Feature: Driveability And Check Engine Light Diagnostics
Import Specialist Bob Dowie takes a look at some of the more common ailments that will bring your Mazda customers into your service bay with a check engine light complaint, as he covers common DTCs, stalling and ignition issues and new technology.
Emico Unveils New Logo, Branding
Emico, manufacturer of automotive catalytic converters for aftermarket applications, down pipes and exhaust system components, has unveiled a revamped logo in the wake of its sale to Advanced Clean Air Technologies Global (ACAT).
Fall Promotion Rewards Consumers For Walker Direct-Fit Catalytic Converter Purchases
Consumers can receive a $40 Visa prepaid card for a Walker direct-fit catalytic converter purchased between September 1 and October 31, 2013, through Tenneco’s Walker “Ultra Rewards!” promotion. Available at participating automotive service locations nationwide, the Walker “Ultra Rewards!” incentive offers a $40 Visa prepaid card to consumers who purchase a qualifying Walker direct-fit catalytic converter or Walker CalCat direct-fit catalytic converter.
TECH TIP: Using a Five-Gas Analyzer to Diagnose Catalytic Converters
One of the most effective ways to resolve emissions issues is by sampling the exhaust gases with a five-gas analyzer. Levels of the five gases can indicate the root cause of the problem.
TECH TIP: Using a Five-Gas Analyzer to Diagnose Catalytic Converters
One of the most effective ways to resolve emissions issues is by sampling the exhaust gases with a five-gas analyzer. Levels of the five gases can indicate the root cause of the problem.
TECH TIP: Converter Break-In Periods
A replacement catalytic converter needs a proper “break-in” period. If the converter is not warmed-up (broken-in) properly, the substrate inside could be adversely affected and eventually cause the converter to fail down the road.