Although four-wheel disc brakes currently dominate the import brake service market, millions of drum... More

Squeaking can be the most challenging and is often evident after the brakes have been serviced. The best... More

Some vehicle owners may complain of a squeaking noise when applying or releasing the brake pedal. According... More

Accelerometers measure gravitational pull in gravitational force or G-force. Some cars will have one... More

The ABS computer or HCU is a node on a high-speed vehicle bus. This means that the information can be... More

Always make sure to check the service information to get the right torque for a suspension component... More

One of the more difficult aspects of automotive diagnosis and repair is finding and correcting "noises."... More

Some 2005-'12 model year 4WD Tacoma and 2WD Tacoma PreRunner vehicles may exhibit a steering rattle noise... More

Import Specialist Contributor Gary Goms recalls his days of working as a technician for an off-road desert... More

This bulletin provides information relating to the service of the vehicle speed sensor and adapter cord... More

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

Even as direct-fit exhaust systems are dominating the replacement exhaust market, there is still a... More

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

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Customer interviews are critical to the noise location process. Keep in mind that the grinding noise... More

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

What you need to know about tire pressure monitoring technical service bulletins published in 2012. 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

1. Every time a stem-mounted TPMS sensor is removed from a rim, it must be serviced, no ifs, ands... More

The Toyota 'Top Access' Serpentine Belt Tensioner Wrench, part #10200, allows the technician to access... More

Hard-to-get-at areas on a vehicle just got a lot easier to reach with the introduction of the new Snap-on... More

Need impact sockets that will work in any space? These sockets sit in a custom tray that is made of ... More

UView announces two new cordless UV leak detection lights – the UV Phazer Black Series. More

The BMW Head Bolt Socket, AST Tool No. BMW 11860, is applicable to N52 non-turbo and N54/N55 turbo engines... More

The new Hofmann Touchless Alignment Wheel Clamp (AC400) allows service technicians to get accurate and... More

Coxreels introduces its new large capacity 1185 Series high pressure model hose reels. The existing 1185... More

Makita has released a new 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Fan, model BCF201Z (tool only). The new BCF201Z... More

Hunter's Quick Check inspection system, which performs a comprehensive vehicle inspection in under three... More

Once again, Bosch has expanded the diagnostic capabilities of its powerful Mastertech VCI (M-VCI) aftermarket... More

Dent Fix Equipment introduces its DF‐BC200 Butt Welding Clamps, which provide a simple and efficient... More

DEWALT launches its new 12V MAX/20V MAX Charger/Radio (DCR015) featuring an integrated charger, which... More

To introduce car lovers and do-it-yourselfers to machine polishing so that they can achieve amazing detailing... More

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CRP Automotive, a leading source of OE-quality replacement parts for Asian and European import vehicle... More

ACDelco says it is providing consumers with a smoother, safer ride and technicians with a smoother strut... More

Bosch has expanded its line of oxygen sensors to cover applications through the current 2013 model year... More

PRW announces its brand new Performance Quotient Series Ford BB and FE SFI Flywheels. PQx Series flywheels... More

Dana Holding Corporation recently announced it has expanded its Spicer ring and pinion gear options for... More

Professional sports promotions have, in the past, been very, very good to Yokohama Tire Corporation (YTC... More

Performance Friction and Porsche are entering the debut year of a very exciting and long-awaited partnership... More

As the July 4th holiday approaches, Americans can take a stand against foreign oil and declare their... More

The Automotive Distribution Network hosted 450 one-on-one discussions between its members and manufacturer... More

Technicians can further enhance their installation and service skills with e-learning training modules... More

Toyota recently announced a $250,000 donation to support relief and rebuilding efforts for victims of... More

When you hear the name Cummins, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Most of the time, if you... More

Since the introduction of the OBD II system, manufacturers have continued to improve on the monitoring... More

Extended oil change intervals are a mixed blessing. On the upside, extended oil change intervals are... More

Oil seepage may occur from the left side of the cylinder head at the lower mounting bolt for the intake... More

Ring gaps are often a confusing and misunderstood part of a rering job. There are MINIMUM and MAXIMUM... 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

In the world of public opinion, if you were asked if your technicians were overcharging your customers... More

During winter driving, especially in the 23 "Salt Belt" states, water containing salt may accumulate... More

Some Mazda6 vehicles may experience an air selector mode switch that will not switch into recirculation... More

At the typical repair shop, six-year-old vehicles (and there are 184 million of them on the road today... More

On some Mercedes-Benz vehicles, if you encounter insufficient alternator/generator (G2) output, the voltage... More

Gary Goms explains that in tough economic times, a driver has no way of knowing how many maintenance-based... More