Alignment Specs: 2006-2016 Chrysler LX/LD
When something works, you don’t change it. This is the case with the Chrysler LX/LD platform used for the Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300. The suspension was taken from a Mercedes platform when the company was part of Daimler. The alignment of this platform is basically the same from 2006 to 2016.
VIDEO: Reading Tire Wear To Diagnose Suspension Issues
Andrew Markel discusses how certain tire wear patterns can tell you the condition of the shocks, struts and springs on a vehicle. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: Recommending Suspension Conversion Kits
Andrew Markel discusses options to replace suspension components on vehicles with advanced systems, including using a conversion kit. Sponsored by Monroe Shocks & Struts.
VIDEO: Dynamic vs. Static Ride Height
Andrew Markel details the process of checking for dynamic ride height, and its differences from static ride height. Sponsored by Monroe Shocks & Struts.
Dorman Products Introduces All-New Complete Active Air Suspension Line
The newly expanded Active Air Suspension line also features an exclusive solution for a known OE compressor failure, advanced technology and an entire line of products with 100 percent new - not reman – parts, and no cores.
The Dynamic Alignment Perspective
One of the most difficult concepts for any technician to grasp is how alignment angles change when a vehicle is accelerating, braking and cornering. The view seen when the sensors and targets are on the vehicle in the alignment bay is just a small snapshot into the suspension’s geometry.
KYB Americas Corp. Rolls Out New Promotions For The Fall
The company announced the start of two fall marketing promotions: a VISA Card rewards promotion for the consumer, “Feeling is Believing,” and an automotive service provider-targeted sweepstakes promotion, “Win With KYB.”
Lexus LS460 Air Ride Service (2007-2012)
While the 2007-’12 Lexus LS460 is neither one of the best selling nor most problematic air suspensions of all time, it is probably one of the most difficult systems to diagnose. If you are not familiar with the system operation, you can throw a lot of parts at it without achieving any results.
Gabriel Announces ‘Legendary Sales Event’ For Fall 2016
Consumers who buy four qualifying Gabriel products during the “Legendary Sales Event” can receive a mail-in rebate for the purchase price of one of those products, up to $125, from Sept.1 to Oct. 31.
Motorcraft Announces Third Quarter Product Actions
To date, Motorcraft has reduced pricing on nearly 4,000 parts, which amounts to a 20 percent price reduction across active Motorcraft parts.
