Drum Brakes and Wheel Pullers (October 1943)
Inspecting drum brakes was very labor intensive. Pulling the wheel was typically the only way to see the shoes.
Torque-to-Yield Fastener Reuse
The desired result of tightening a fastener is to obtain a proper clamping force between parts. The clamping force prevents loosening when the vehicle is in use and external forces act on the clamped parts.
Active Drivetrains And Differentials
Vehicles equipped with 4×4 or all-wheel-drive (AWD) systems are designed to provide advantages throughout the year, but winter tends to bring these vehicles into focus.
Luxury Bushings And Sway Bar Service
If you look at some of the premium European luxury cars and SUVs from 2007-‘10, you will find some game-changing engineering when it comes to the suspension and ride control components.
Luxury Air Ride Restoration And Repair
If you look at some of the premium European luxury cars and SUVs from 2007-‘10, you will find some game-changing engineering when it comes to the suspension and ride control components.
Brake Pad Contamination From Friction And Dust
Two forms of brake pad contamination can occur once a brake pad is pressed into a rotor and friction is generated.
Artificial Intelligence And Communication At CES 2017
The single biggest disruptor in our world right now is the evolution of cars. Specifically, technological advancements in the areas of communication and computing offer some of the biggest opportunities our industry has ever seen.
GM Tech Tip: Various Front End Noises On Bumps
The first step is to verify that the noise is from the upper strut mount area. The concern may be on both sides of the vehicle.
Ball Joint Friction And Wear
Any recommended procedure for inspecting a ball-type joint from an OEM or suspension component manufacturer rarely involves a pry bar, and almost never involves a set of pliers.
Automotive Electrical Diagnostics
Electricity can be measured and observed at the source, but the technician has to be able to visualize electricity and how resistance, amperage and voltage change its flow. This can require some imagination, or in some cases, faith. Regardless, the math has to add up.
On The Web – January 2017
Featured stories trending on Brake & Front End media in January.
Chevrolet Cobalt 2005-2010 Alignment
If you were to look at the underside of a 2005-’10 Chevy Cobalt or Pontiac G5, the layout doesn’t look that much different than a 1995-2004 Chevrolet Cavalier or Pontiac Sunfire.
