ASC Offers Advice on Selling Water Pumps
Typically, when a customer wants information on a water pump, you can be assured that it’s for real. It is not a comparison-shopping request that might end in a sale. Instead, it is a catastrophic failure and chances are the contact will end in a sale.
Tech Tip: Knocking Noise Coming From Isuzu’s A/C System
A knocking noise coming from the A/C system of a 1992 Rodeo (UC) model (produced before 12/16/91, equipped with factory- or port-installed air conditioning), when the A/C is running may indicate that the A/C system is overcharged.
A/C Update: The Logic Behind Automatic Temperature Controls
Many new cars and trucks now have automatic temperature control (ATC) systems that not only regulate cooling but also heating for year-round passenger comfort. Most of these systems have their own computer that may be built into the control panel head, located elsewhere or integrated into the body control module. One thing’s for sure: the
Tech Tip: ASC Reminds Technicians that Mazda Water Pump Twins are not Identical
When referring to a catalog, whether OEM or aftermarket, a technician will find two different part numbers for a water pump for the Mazda MPV V6 3.0 liter: one for model years 1989 to 1995 (Pump A) and one for model years 1996 to 1998 (Pump B). No problem, right? Where the problem lies is the transition between 1995 and 1996 models where the vehicle could be equipped with either pump. If the wrong pump is installed, it can lead to a big headache.
Tech Tip: Alternator Diagnosis – High-Draw Accessories Merit Changes in Test Procedures
Electrical demand varies according to vehicle application and use, so engineers build an alternator that will meet the average accessory demand of any particular vehicle and still have enough reserve capacity to keep the battery charged. If electrical demand is increased by adding accessories, the potential ability of the alternator to recharge the vehicle’s battery is practically reduced to zero.
Tech Tip: Motor Mounts – An Opportunity for an Add-On
Often-overlooked engine components that may need to be replaced when installing a remanufactured engine are motor mounts. These rubber mounts can deteriorate, collapse and/or separate with age. Fluid-filled "hydraulic" type mounts can often leak, allowing annoying engine vibrations to be transmitted to the chassis.
Alternator Diagnosis: High-Draw Accessories Merit Changes in Test Procedures
As the saying goes, “Old habits die hard.” Among the old habits that die hard is the way we test alternators. In the past, the job of the alternator or generator was simply to recharge the battery after start-up and carry minor accessory loads such as ignition, lighting, radio, heating or air conditioning clutch, and
Beck/Arnley Announces New Part Numbers
Beck/Arnley has added 403 new part numbers to its line of premium foreign nameplate products, for a total of 1,933 new part numbers introduced in 2005, according to Vonda Lee, Beck/Arnley director of product management.
Optimum Driving Comfort and Low Fuel Consumption – DualTronic Transmission Technology from BorgWarner
The new transmission concept has its origins in motorsports. Back in the 1970s, it was Porsche who developed the first dual-clutch gearbox for its Group C Porsche 962. The advanced technology finally made its debut in series production development in 2003 in the VW Golf R32 DSG (direct-shift gearbox) and the Audi TT 3.2.
Suspension Vibration Diagnosis
Vibrations are annoying and may be a warning signal that something is amiss. So don’t ignore such symptoms.