Customer States: Honda Soda Can Tab Fix
As I removed the timing belt and balance shaft belt, I noticed this soda can tab holding one of the crank sensors in place. Apparently, the customer knew of this from a year ago when the balance shaft belt broke but couldn’t afford the sensor or a new water pump.
Tech Tip: Caliper Replacement Check List
Check vehicle service information for any special procedures for piston retraction, electronic brake assist system deactivation or proportioning/metering valve reset.
Current State of Brake Pad Copper Legislation
The California Brake Pad Law (Passed)Reformulation Bill
Limits on the copper content of brake friction materials are essential for California cities, counties and industries to comply with federal Clean Water Act mandates. California would need to pay billions for noncompliance to the Federal government if this was not enacted.
Performing A Brake Job On A Volkswagen Routan
The 2008-2012 Volkswagen Routan is a rebadged variant of the Chrysler mini van platform with revised styling, suspension tuning and brake service procedures. So this van has a bit of a split personality when it comes to servicing the brakes.
Brembo Introduces New Website And App For The North American Aftermarket
Brembo has announced the launch of its new dedicated aftermarket website and its first app for the North American aftermarket – the Brembo Parts catalog app.
Honeywell Friction Materials Launches New Customer-Driven Global Website
Honeywell Friction Materials, known for its Bendix, JURID and Stop by Honeywell branded brake products, has announced the launch of a new global website for service technicians, do-it-yourself (DIY) consumers and direct customers.
Raybestos Rattlesnake Sweepstakes Winner Hits Jackpot In Vegas
At the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo in Las Vegas, representatives from Brake Parts Inc and Affinia Global Chassis, the respective manufacturers of Raybestos brake and Raybestos chassis products, presented the keys to the winner of the 2014 Raybestos Rattlesnake Toyota Tundra. Its new owner, Dave Cramer, is a property manager with Ross Pacific Management in Vancouver, Wash.
Airtex And ASC Industries Launch New Online Resource, WaterPumpU.com
Technicians, counter people and do-it-yourselfers now have a one-stop shop to learn about “everything” water pump related. Airtex and ASC Industries have launched a new website at WaterPumpU.com, which provides the latest advances in diagnostic and procedural information and technical support for water pump replacement.
Performing Brake Service On 2006-Current Cadillac DTS
The 2006-current Cadillac DTS is the largest sedan that General Motors offers. The DTS incorporates the K-platform as denoted by the 4th letter in the VIN. It is built on the same line as the Buick Lucerne. The two vehicles share many brake components, but option packaging is different for the Lucerne. The brake system of the DTS is simple to work on and has a lot in common with other GM vehicles. When one comes into your shop, remember that every DTS is equipped with stability control and TPMS, so have a scan tool and TPMS tool on hand.
New Brake Pad Sets Added To Monroe Total Solution Line
Tenneco has introduced new brake pad sets to the Monroe Total Solution line of ultra-premium ceramic and semi-metallic brake pads. The new pad SKUs cover over two million popular late-model passenger vehicles, and the Monroe Total Solution line now offers 97-percent coverage of domestic- and foreign-nameplate applications.
Mopar Remanufactured Parts Catalog Delivers More Choices
Aiming to satisfy a broader universe of customers, Mopar launches the newly expanded Mopar Remanufactured Parts catalog featuring new product lines and applications for Chrysler Group LLC vehicles such as Loaded Brake Calipers, Steering Components and more.
Goodyear Engineered Products Introduces New PartFinder Mobile App
Veyance Technologies Inc., manufacturer of Goodyear Engineered Products, has released the new Goodyear Engineered Products PartFinder mobile app. According to Veyance, the app allows you to easily find the right parts, including belts, hoses, tensioners, hydraulics and air springs.