Remy Adds Coverage For Hyundai, Kia, Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Audi, Volvo And Mercedes Vehicles
Remy’s October release includes 65 late-model part numbers covering primarily 2011 and 2012 applications as well as some 2013 models. These late model parts cover 8.4 million VIO (vehicles in operation) for a wide variety of nameplates such as Hyundai, Kia, Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Audi, Volvo, Mercedes, Chevrolet, Chrysler and Ford. The company says it plans to introduce another 100 new parts prior to year-end.
PCM Diagnostics Case Study: No-Code Misfire Diagnosis On A 1998 Toyota 4Runner
When doing mobile diagnostic work for other shops, contributing writer Gary Goms usually sees more than his share of random no-code engine performance complaints. In the following case study, the customer of a client shop complained about an intermittent rough idle on his well-maintained 1998 Toyota 4Runner, but only when it was driven in hot weather. The client shop couldn’t duplicate the complaint, no matter how long the engine ran. Of course, the lack of DTCs didn’t help the diagnostic process.
A Million And Counting: Toyota Texas Produces One Millionth Truck
On September 18, 2013, the 2,800 team members at Toyota Texas celebrated the milestone of assembling the plant’s one millionth truck – a Sunset Bronze Mica colored, 1794 Edition Tundra – with one thing in mind: satisfied customers.
Tech Tip: Toyota Knock/Pop Noise When Steering Wheel Is Turned
Some owners of select Toyota models may hear a clunk pop or knock-type noise when turning the steering wheel left or right. Use this procedure to lubricate the intermediate shaft and address customer concerns.
Tips To Follow When Servicing Toyota Brakes
If you are replacing a caliper that has locked up and created a great deal of heat, you should also replace the brake hose. This is a good practice anytime, but particularly important with the Toyota line as there have been some instances of the hose failing at the caliper fitting after being subjected to the extreme heat.
Toyota SMART Key & VW Gas Direct Injection Seminar By John Thornton
AESwave announces that John Thornton will be in Fresno, CA, on Saturday, July 27, 2013 to present his seminar, “Toyota SMART Key & VW Gas Direct Injection.”
Toyota Donates Meals To New Yorkers In Need For Each Viewing Of Online Film
Toyota recently announced it would donate up to half a million meals to Food Bank For New York City based on viewings of a short, online documentary about Meals Per Hour, a partnership to help residents in the Far Rockaways who were severely impacted by Superstorm Sandy.
Tech Tip: Oil Leak From Front Timing Cover Reported On Some 2005-2006 Toyota 2GR-FE Engines
Customers may complain that some 2005 – 2006 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with the 2GR-FE engine display evidence of a small oil leak located where the Bank 1 cylinder head, engine block and timing cover meet.
Toyota Donates $250,000 To Oklahoma Tornado Relief Efforts
Toyota recently announced a $250,000 donation to support relief and rebuilding efforts for victims of the tornado that hit Moore, Okla., and the greater Oklahoma City area on May 20. Funds will be allocated to immediate response and for mid-to-long term needs in the areas of food, small business revitalization and home rebuilding. Toyota will also match employee contributions.
Toyota Scion TC Brake Service Tips
The replacement of the pads and rotors is straightforward, but there are some things that you should know before you start. This car is designed for ceramic friction material formulations. If everything is operating correctly, it is not uncommon for a set of rotors to last three sets of ceramic pads. Toyota even recommends not machining the rotors if the rotors are within specifications for thickness, thickness variation and runout.