Avoiding Those Hi-Tech Returns
One of the more common complaints these days from jobbers and retailers when dealing with electronic powertrain control modules (ECMs/PCMs) is the relatively high number of defective returns, exchanges or warranty claims demanded by repair shops. Yet, of all electronic parts that come back defective, ECMs tend to be the ones most often misdiagnosed. This
Tech Tip: MIL Illuminated, System Lean in Ford/Lincoln/Mercury Vehicles
This article is intended to aid in diagnosing DTCs P0171, P0174, P1130, P1131, P1150, P1151, P2195 or P2197 (system lean or lack of HEGO switches) when a vacuum leak is present. HEGO sensors, MAF sensors and PCM replacements are not an effective repair when a vacuum leak is causing the above DTCs.
Rislone Engine Treatment Packaging Gets a Tune-Up
For more than 80 years, Rislone Engine Treatment (P/N 100QR) has been keeping vehicle engines clean and running smoothly. In fact, it was Rislone that coined the term "tune-up" back in the 1930s. Now, the original engine treatment has received a tune-up of its own, with a new logo and packaging.
More than 1,400 Attend 1st International Convention of Automotive Distribution Network
More than 1,400 independent auto stores, service dealers, WDs and their vendor partners attended Fusion ’07, the first-ever Network International Convention, held at the Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas on February 11-14, according to Mike Lambert, president of the Network.
JohnDow Industries Launches a New Interactive Website
JohnDow Industries’ new website offers many new functions and capabilities that were not available on their previous site. Now viewers can easily navigate through various product categories and view more detailed information about each individual product.
Affinia Group Launches New Website
Visitors to Affinia’s new website will find information about Affinia’s industry-leading brands, including WIX filters and Raybestos brand brakes, along with hot links to individual brand websites. In addition, the site includes a section devoted to recruitment with the latest information on careers at Affinia.
ANCO ‘Be Prepared’ Consumer Rebate Offer Ready to Help Drive Spring Wiper Sales
ANCO is ready to help aftermarket businesses drive springtime wiper sales through the return of the brand’s popular "Be Prepared" consumer mail-in rebate offer. The ANCO promotion runs March 1 through April 30, 2007.
Aero Exhaust Announces Filming for ‘Two Guys Garage’ and Upcoming Airing Scheduled on SPEED
Aero Exhaust, Inc. has completed filming for an in-program full Product Expo feature on its performance exhaust product for "Two Guys Garage" on SPEED Channel. The feature has been scheduled for airing on Feb. 25. The Product Expo features NASCAR legend Rusty Wallace, the official spokesperson for Aero Exhaust products.
Clevite’s Engine Parts Cross Finish Line First with Kevin Harvick as He Wins Daytona 500
High-adrenalin Daytona 500 racing excitement flowed through the NASCAR drivers, pit crews and fans alike as Kevin Harvick’s No. 29 Chevrolet crossed the finish line first with the car’s nose ahead of Mark Martin to win Sunday’s exciting 49th running of "The Great American Race."
Bosch Universal Alternators Catalog Covers Off-Road Applications
Now available from Bosch is a comprehensive 2006 catalog on Bosch universal alternators AL9971N and AL9972N for off-road applications and agricultural and industrial equipment. Off-road applications cover medium- and heavy-duty trucks with gasoline and diesel engines, while agricultural and industrial equipment includes tractors, lift trucks, loaders, cranes, windrowers, shovels and more.