TPMS: Relearn Tips For GM Vehicles
Shops should use a TPMS tool that can reset the sensor positions after rotation. There is a method in the owner’s manual to “match” the sensors that involves deflating a tire for eight seconds.
Troubleshooting ABS Modulator Mechanical Problems
Mechanical issues with the ABS modulator, or hydraulic control units (HCU), are rare, but they can happen. With more vehicles on the roads with older ABS systems that have not seen proper brake fluid maintenance, mechanical issues are becoming more common.
Centric Parts Releases 2016 Medium Duty Catalog
In addition to hundreds of new brake component listings, the 2016 Centric Medium Duty Catalog now includes chassis components, making it one of the most comprehensive catalogs available today for medium-duty vehicles, according to the company.
Brembo Displays Innovative Technology At Detroit’s North American International Auto Show For The First Time
Brembo, a global innovator of brake technology, will be a main floor exhibitor for the first time at Detroit’s North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) to be held Jan. 11-24. The company will highlight its products on the main floor in Cobo Center at this month’s North American International Auto Show, in addition to being
Raybestos Expands Product Line With More Than 550 New Part Numbers
Raybestos recently added more than 550 new part numbers to its line of premium-quality brake products. The new part numbers fall within the following categories: • Hydraulics, hoses, cables and hardware: 234 • Friction and calipers: 207 • Rotors, drums and wheel hubs: 115 “A complete brake job is more than brake pads and rotors,”
EPB Diagnostics
A growing number of vehicles are equipped with EPB (electronic parking brakes). This article discusses diagnostic approaches for servicing these systems.
Centric Parts Debuts New Sales Training Tools
Centric Parts has announced an expansion of its training program. Centric’s newest educational tools include online and print resources designed to provide expert-level information about brake systems, the brake manufacturing process, brake theory and technical issues, as well as an in-depth look at Centric’s growing product range with installation tips, features and benefits, and product
Manual Reading vs. Manual Labor
Reading and interpreting a service manual is part of a typical day at the repair shop. And after all of that research, you’re still not done. You then have to transform all of those words on the page into a working repair. A great deal of the tech’s time is spent just researching many of
Loaded Caliper Installation Guidelines
Caliper replacement is often the best course of action to ensure that a braking system will perform at an optimal level, both in terms of safety, performance and maximizing brake pad life. There are a bunch of small reasons to recommend caliper replacement: rubber boots, seals and gaskets that wear down, dry up and eventually
Akebono Congratulates General Motors On ‘North American Truck Of The Year’ Award For Chevrolet Colorado
Akebono Brake Corp. congratulates General Motors on receiving the Motor Trend North American Truck of the Year award for the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. The award-winning truck is equipped with foundation brake components provided by Akebono, which the company says are designed to improve brake performance, pedal feel and reduce noise and vibration. “We congratulate our