If the caliper is not free to move, the culprit might be bent or binding mounting pins. Even if guide... More

If you confirm that the ABS light is on with one or more of the following DTCs stored -- C1105, C1110... More

The 2008-2012 Volkswagen Routan is a rebadged variant of the Chrysler mini van platform with revised... More

Check vehicle service information for any special procedures for piston retraction, electronic brake... More

The Chevrolet Trailblazer is based on the GMT 360. The brake system on the Trailblazer is not groundbreaking... More

Savvy technicians know to use dedicated power steering fluids for the many models, both import and domestic... More

The Chevy Cruze uses a semi-independent twist-beam rear suspension axle like on the Cobalt. The axle... More

Before replacing a power steering oil pump for a "whine" noise condition, check the oil pump reservoir... More

Normal driving usually won't knock the wheels out of alignment or damage the suspension. However, normal... More

In this article, I'll take a look at the designs and repair of the suspension, brake and exhaust systems... More

Catalytic converter failures on today's vehicles are rarely caused by defects in catalytic converters... More

Custom exhaust work is one of the first modifications an owner may perform. It can help the car or truck... More

Most of us working in the automotive service trades are very familiar with Murphy's Law and how it affects... More

This month's Diagnostic Dilemma is headlined by a loss of power complaint in a 2002 Toyota 4-Runner equipped... More

If you encounter a check engine light on with a fault code P0420 stored in the fault memory, this may... More

Modern tire construction has generally trended toward low aspect ratio tire casings with more flexible... More

The time to change to and from snow tires is both a regional and personal decision. Whenever it takes... More

Can Tire Pressure Monitoring be turned off? Will a tire pressure sensor fit in every wheel? Can the sensor... More

These vehicles use the Direct TPMS system. More

For this article, we'll be looking at a 2006 Mazda3i. We won't spend much time on performing routine... More

Having pliers and a wrench all in one tool eliminates the need for a full set of wrenches. The push-button... More

Chicago Pneumatic is launching a new design for the acclaimed CP7748. The new design offers good tool... More

The advanced technology and intuitive design of the new Snap-on TechAngle Torque Wrenches make it possible... More

The variable-speed trigger allows the user to control the amount of grease that is dispensed, which can... More

SP Tools' BMW Injector Puller's compact size allows easy installation to the injector and easily pulls... More

The C42 Tool Trolley series can be purchased in two- or three-module units that snap together. The top... More

No more overflowing toolboxes and cluttered shelves - the Smart Wall system keeps shop tools and supplies... More

Zendex Tool Corporation, the manufacturer of GoJak, introduced its new Gator Power Jaks Lift at SEMA... More

Stertil-Koni recently announced that it has introduced a new generation of its U.S.-patented, heavy-duty... More

The Model 8592's portable, upright design features a 26-gallon reservoir molded from high-strength, ... More

The entire line of Fastback Knives feature one-handed blade opening for easy activation. And each of... More

With three lens color options, Gloggles demonstrate the ease of switching from glasses to goggles with... More

J-B Weld offers a range of simple, affordable and long-lasting solutions. More

BlueDevil Products' new FUEL MD product line now offers its first installment, BlueDevil Fuel System... More

The new manual, which covers thousands of domestic and import vehicles built between 2002 and 2013, uses... More

AAM, formerly known as American Axle & Manufacturing before a rebranding late last year, has announced... More

The Gates Corp. has expanded its OE-quality automotive product line with 181 new part numbers covering... More

Philips Automotive North America, a division of Royal Philips, offers its X-tremeVision Headlight Bulb... More

Federal-Mogul has announced extensive enhancements to its range of ANCO Profile beam (flat) wiper blades... More

Honeywell Friction Materials, known for its Bendix and JURID brake products, has just unveiled its newest... More

Spectra Premium Industries releases 88 new parts covering a total of 24 million vehicles in operation... More

The Automotive Service Association (ASA) board of directors has approved an affiliation agreement naming... More

Standard Motor Products (SMP) has added 709 new part numbers to its BWD engine management line, covering... More

Allen Pennebaker, owner of Orinda Motors of Orinda, CA, has been elected 2014 chair of the NASTF board... More

Federal-Mogul's #ChampionChat social media series returns Thursday Dec. 12, with a half-hour conversation... More

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Choosing the "right" camshaft is not only the cornerstone of building a performance engine, but also... More

In a twist on the "Visible V8" model you may have built as a kid, Kevin Mackay built a visible lifesized... More

Nobody would argue with the fact that engine balancing is right up there with "blueprinting" an engine... More

Mazda has been making big waves in the automotive world with its SKYACTIV technology. Introduced in 2011... More

Some 2001-'06 Optima (MS) models produced between Oct. 7, 2000 and Aug. 31, 2005, equipped with the 2.5L... More

HVAC systems differ from one hybrid to the next, and some systems have used a scroll compressor, which... More

Here's a tip that's particularly effective during the hot summer months! Tell your techs that when they... More

When a customer comes in complaining that their vehicle's A/C system is working improperly, the problem... More

Leak Detection Dye 1. Operate the vehicle for a minimum of 20 minutes with the compressor running to... More

Diagnostic Specialist Sergio Fernandez discusses the ins and outs of the swash-plate compressor and how... More

The Advanced Engine ­Performance Specialist (L1) test contains 50 scored questions focused on the diagnosis... More

The MIL is on, with a number of incident memory entries with regard to the throttle valve are stored... More

The technician connected a scan tool and found code P0102 - Mass or Volume Air Flow "A" Circuit Low... More

Import Specialist Gary Goms says there are a variety of opinions about how to test ignition coils and... More

Some customers may comment on an intermittent malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) being illuminated with... More