Toyota Tundra Brake Job
For 2007, the Toyota Tundra was redesigned. The body changed, and the foundation brake system was also updated with larger front brake calipers and rear disc brakes. The control system and hydraulics changed with a new vehicle stability system that included yaw, steering angle and brake pedal load sensors.
Mopar Express Lane Service Reaches Milestone With 1,000 Operational U.S. Stores
Mopar Express Lane, the service offered at many FCA US LLC dealerships, is celebrating a major milestone: the opening of the 1,000th Mopar Express Lane store in the United States. Pietro Gorlier, head of parts and service (Mopar), FCA – Global, attended the grand opening of the new Express Lane store, located in Bradley, Illinois.
Servicing Wheel Bearings & Wheel Speed Sensors
If you are replacing a wheel bearing on a late-model vehicle, you’ll be dealing with a wheel speed sensor. In the past decade, wheel speed sensors have been moving from differentials, axles and knuckles to inside or on the wheel bearing or hub unit. At this location, the sensors are more accurate and often more protected from the elements.
Ken-Tool Announces New Tire Valve Installation Tool
Ken-Tool has announced the introduction of the new 29850 tire valve installation tool to aid tire service technicians with the installation of ‘snap-in’ rubber tire valve stems into automotive, light truck and trailer wheels.
Meineke Ranked No. 1 Automotive Repair And Maintenance Provider In Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 Rankings
In 2015, Meineke ranked No. 53 overall. In 2016, the franchisor was bumped up three spots, to No. 50 overall, taking the top spot in the automotive repair and maintenance category. Entrepreneur Magazine judges all companies by the same objective, quantifiable measures of franchise operation, including: financial strength and stability, growth rate, size and longevity of the system.
When Is Road Force Balance Overkill?
Can road force balancing really make a difference? To answer the question of whether road force balancing is overkill, we should probably start by reviewing some basics. We balance tire/wheel assemblies primarily to eliminate, as much as possible, vibration. Vibration produces ride disturbances that are uncomfortable for the driver and passengers and may cause uneven tire wear.
Bosch Increases Its Aftermarket Product Offerings With 27 New Part Numbers
Robert Bosch LLC has added 27 new aftermarket part numbers to its product portfolio in December. Additions were made to the braking, rotating machines, fuel pumps and throttling devices categories; in addition, a new LED work lamp program was announced. Bosch QuietCast and Bosch Blue Disc Brake Pads A total of three new brake pad
Identifix Announces The Winners Of Its 50K Giveaway
Identifix, Inc., an industry leader in vehicle diagnostics and repair for over 25 years, recently announced the winners of its 50K Giveaway contest: 1. Roger K., Kaufman’s Auto Repair, Sarasota, Florida 2. Timothy T., Southland Automotive, Inc., Parma, Ohio 3. Benjamin J., Christian Brothers Automotive, Murfreesboro, Tennessee 4. Adam V., St. Cloud Hyundai, St. Cloud,
SONIC Tools Showcases The SONIC Difference At 2015 SEMA Show
SONIC Equipment, a market leader in premium hand tool and tool storage systems, recently entered the North American market with its U.S. subsidiary SONIC Tools. The preferred hand tool partner of several European automotive brands including Volkswagen Automotive Group, BMW and Mercedes, SONIC will bring its unique line of efficient tools and storage solutions for
2010-2013 Kia Soul Brake Repair
The 2010-2013 KIA Soul has one of the most trouble-free brake systems on the market. But, when some Kia Souls begin to push 50,000-70,000 miles, they can suffer more from cheap brake pad slaps and a lack of service to the calipers, ABS system and brake hardware.
