AASA Launches Hub Bearings Quality Awareness Campaign
The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association has launched a new marketing campaign as a part of its successful “Know Your Parts” program focused on the hub bearing category. The hub bearing campaign is the first in a series of category-specific campaigns designed to educate technicians, shop owners, service writers and other industry repair professionals on the value of installing only quality premium parts.
Volkswagen Tech Tip: Solving Suspension Creaking Noise
Select Volkswagen vehicles may exhibit a creaking noise originating in the front suspension while entering steep driveways or over large bumps. The source of this noise could be the forward inner control arm bushing. To confirm if this is the issue, raise the vehicle and remove the wheel on the suspected side.
Master Cylinder Service On 2005-2009 Saab 9-7X
Some owners may complain of a squeaking noise when applying or releasing the brake pedal. According to Saab, the problem is contaminated brake fluid. The contaminated fluid may swell the master cylinders piston seals.
Brake Parts Inc. Receives United Way Landmark Award
What can one dollar a day do in McHenry County? As the leadership team at Brake Parts Inc. (BPI) recently learned, it helps one in four people in need throughout greater McHenry County, according to the United Way of Greater McHenry County.
Tech Tip: Squeaking Master Cylinder On 2005-2009 Saab 9-7X
Some vehicle owners may complain of a squeaking noise when applying or releasing the brake pedal. According to Saab, the problem is contaminated brake fluid. The contaminated fluid may swell the master cylinders piston seals.
Tech Tip: Using An On-Vehicle Brake Lathe On Honda, Hyundai, Mazda And Volkswagen Vehicles
Technical Service Bulletins provided by Honda, Hyundai, Mazda and Volkswagen address the issue of brake pulsation and stress the use of the on-vehicle brake lathe exclusively for rotor resurfacing. They no longer recommend any off-vehicle rotor machining.
Brake Parts Inc. Takes Leadership Role In New Washington, California Brake Pad Requirements
The friction manufacturer explains its phased approach to reducing copper and other chemical constituents in its formulations.
WIX Filters Sponsors 2013 School Of The Year, Counter Professional Of The Year And Best Tech Award Programs
WIX Filters is partnering with Babcox Media to sponsor the 2013 Tomorrow’s Technician’s School of the Year, Counterman’s Counter Professional of the Year and the Babcox TechGroup Best Tech program supporting excellence at every level of the automotive repair industry.
Red Hot Smokin’ Sweepstakes Winner Hits The Jackpot In Las Vegas
Representatives from Affinia Global Brake and Chassis, manufacturers of Raybestos brake and chassis products, created some final heat and sizzle at the close of the Red Hot Smokin’ Rebate and Sweepstakes. Under the bright lights of the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo in Las Vegas, they presented the keys to the Raybestos 2013 ROUSH Stage 3 Mustang to its new owner – Moe Matariyeh of Global Auto Repair in Oak Lawn, Ill.
Car Care Council Reports ‘Big Success’ At First-Ever Northwood Auto Show Vehicle Check-Up Event
More than 100 vehicles were inspected on Sunday, Oct. 7, during the first-ever consumer vehicle check-up event hosted by the Car Care Council in conjunction with the Northwood University International Auto Show in Midland, Mich.