Ford TPMS Relearn And Training Procedures
Ford embraced tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) as early as the 2002 model year on the Explorer and Windstar. These systems can be either direct or indirect.
Bosch Expands Aftermarket Product Lines With 24 New Part Numbers
Additions made to the braking, rotating machine, spark plug and fuel pump product lines.
Ford Tech Tip: Engine Idle RPM Fluctuation, Hard Start
Various vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0505, P0506 and/or engine idle RPM fluctuation and hard starts. Some vehicles may also exhibit DTCs P2111 and P2112 after a keep alive memory (KAM) clear, battery disconnect or dead battery. On vehicles with over 10,000 miles, the issue may be caused by sludge buildup in the throttle body leading to less than desired airflow.
Bosch Adds 70 New Aftermarket Part Numbers
Robert Bosch LLC has added 70 new aftermarket part numbers to its braking, rotating machines, spark plugs, oxygen sensors, engine management sensors and fuel pump product lines. Bosch QuietCast and Blue Disc Brake Pads This month, Bosch has added 11 new SKUs to its Bosch QuietCast and Bosch Blue Brake Pad lines extending coverage for
Dorman Products Releases Product Announcement With More Than 600 New Parts
Dorman Products Inc. launched its August New Product Announcement featuring 628 new parts, 208 of which are formerly “Dealer Only” parts, exclusive to Dorman. Top Parts from Dorman’s announcement include: • A 100 percent new suspension air compressor kit fitting Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator models from 2007-‘13. This kit includes all brackets, connectors and
Check Out The May Issue Of Brake & Front End Magazine
The digital version of the May issue of Brake & Front End magazine is available online. CLICK HERE to access the easy-to-view digital version that features articles on Ford Expedition Air Suspension, Brake Lathes, Electronic Brake Distribution, Toyota Camry Alignment, Chrysler 200 Brake Job, Chassis Bushings, TPMS, a host of tech tips, and more!
Win $100 With Dorman’s New Product Idea Contest
Dorman Products Inc. has announced its February 2015 New Product Idea contest winners: Dorman congratulates the following winners: • Leo S. from Allentown, Pa., Dorman’s Counterperson of the month, for suggesting the idea for what became part no. 905-753, a Rear Lower Position Control Arm Ball Bushing for Ford Expedition 2003-’06. • Brian Z. from Lansdale,
Ford: Shudder on Acceleration/Deceleration, Binding on Slow Turns
Models Ford: 1997-2008 Expedition, Explorer; 2006-’08 F-150; 2007-’08 Explorer Sport Trac Lincoln: 1998-2008 Navigator; 2003-’05 Aviator Mercury: 2005-’08 Mountaineer Issue Various 1997-2008 vehicles equipped with either 4WD or AWD and equipped with control trac may exhibit a shudder on acceleration/deceleration, binding in slow speed turns or noise from the front driveline and/or transfer case. The shudder/binding will occur with
Win $100 With Dorman’s New Product Idea Contest
Dorman Products Inc. has announced the December winners in its monthly New Product Idea contest. Dorman congratulates the following winners: • Jared L. from Trenton, N.J., is Dorman’s Counterperson of the month, for suggesting the idea for what became part No. 924-261, Air Suspension Ride Height Sensor for Ford Expedition 2006-’03 and Lincoln Navigator 2006-’03.
Domestic TPMS Guide
Chrysler TPMS Chrysler uses a Schrader Electronics or VDO TPMS system on just about every late-model vehicle. Chrysler has never used a band sensor in any of its platforms. On some 2004 and 2005 models, Chrysler had different TPMS options on one vehicle platform, depending on if the vehicle was equipped with AWD, or if
