Dozens Of New Parts Added To MOOG Steering And Suspension Line
The new MOOG parts include right and left front tie rod ends for 2010-2012 Toyota Prius and 2011-2012 Lexus CT 200H hybrid passenger cars; right and left stabilizer bar link kits for 2011-2012 Nissan Juke all-wheel-drive and 2012 Honda Civic models; and right and left outer tie rod ends for 2010-2012 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ hybrid models. Federal-Mogul also has introduced a rear, L-shaped sway bar link kit for 2010-2012 Hyundai Tucson, 2011-2012 Kia Optima and Sportage, and 2011-2012 Hyundai Sonata models.
Plews & Edelmann Introduces 49 New Power Steering Hoses
Plews, Inc., dba Plews & Edelmann recently introduced 49 new power steering hoses to its category of power steering hoses and repair kits. These new power steering hoses bring coverage to an additional nine million registered vehicles on the road today.
ABS + ESC: Diagnosis of Accelerometers and Yaw Sensors
Accelerometers measure gravitational pull in gravitational force or G-force. Some cars will have one or two sensors depending on sophistication of the system.
Torque-To-Yield Suspension Components (Ball Joints, Tie Rods And Control Arms)
Always make sure to check the service information to get the right torque for a suspension component no matter what type of fastener. If you see an initial torque spec along with an angle in degrees, it is a torque-to-yield (TTY) fastener. TTY ball joint and tie-rod studs have two advantages. First, they can weigh less and still apply the same clamping loads. Second, the clamping loads are more consistent and controllable.
Alignment Specs: 2010-2012 Kia Soul
The Kia Soul is one of the best selling cars of the past three years. While the usual Kia/Hyundai bits are under the Soul’s trendy exterior, it does have four different strut and spring options that can make ordering the right parts a nightmare. This is the typical “net build” vehicle with no adjustments for camber or caster. The factory manual recommends replacing parts if something is out of alignment, but the aftermarket offers several solutions to bring a Soul into spec.
Tech Tips: Toyota Tacoma Makes Rattling Noises On Rough Roads
Some 2005-’12 model year 4WD Tacoma and 2WD Tacoma PreRunner vehicles may exhibit a steering rattle noise when driven over rough road surfaces.
Alignment Spec: 2006-2011 Hyundai Accent
Hyundai began selling the 3-door Accent hatchback in the United States during the spring of 2006. The Accent is a “net-build” vehicle with no built-in adjustments, but adjustments can be made with aftermarket parts.
Federal-Mogul Introduces 98 New MOOG Steering And Suspension Parts
Federal-Mogul has introduced 98 new MOOG steering and suspension components for millions of popular late-model foreign nameplate and domestic passenger vehicles. The MOOG product line is a one-stop source of innovative service solutions for virtually any popular automotive application, according to Federal-Mogul.
Tech Tip: Kia Intermittent Hard Steering On Sorentos
This bulletin provides information relating to the service of the vehicle speed sensor and adapter cord. Sorento EX vehicles produced before Oct. 6, 2004, may intermittently have variations in the level of power assist during driving or parking. Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C1012 may be stored in the EPS control module.
Alignment Specs: 2002-2006 Mini Cooper
There are no built-in factory adjustments for front camber or caster. The only way to adjust these angles is to purchase adjustable upper strut mounts.
Alignment Spec: GM W-Platform Alignment
The 2004-2013 GM W-Platform represents the evolution of the GM mid/full-sized front-wheel-drive car. The W-Platform includes best sellers like the 2004-2013 Chevy Impala, 2006-2007 Chevy Monte Carlo, 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix and 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse. This is a “bread and butter” vehicle for every shop. This generation of vehicles is solid and easy to work on. Gone are the quirks of previous generations.
Tech Tip: BMW Electric Power Steering Is Not Working Properly
The customer may complain that the electric power steering is not working properly. This may be caused by defective electric motor power steering (emps), blown fuse or damaged wiring harness.