Auto International Association Presents The 2014 AIA Import Product Awards
The Auto International Association (AIA), a segment of the Auto Care Association, has announced the recipients of the 2014 AIA Import Product and Marketing Awards. The winners were honored at a special AIA press conference on Tuesday, Nov. 4, and recognized at the AIA Luncheon and Awards Program on Wednesday, Nov. 5 at the Automotive
Causes of Clutch Failure: Diagnosing Chatter
One of the most difficult clutch-related problems is chatter. Chatter is sometimes difficult to diagnose because it has many root causes, and some of them may not seem related at first. Chatter can be detected as a pulsing or a grabbing sensation that resonates into the vehicle cabin and originates from the driveline or chassis/suspension.
AIA To Hold 26th Annual Import Product And Marketing Awards Program At AAPEX
The Auto International Association (AIA), a segment of the Auto Care Association, will present its 26th annual AIA Import Product and Marketing Awards at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4 during AAPEX at the Sands Expo Center. The awards with three new categories recognize manufacturers and marketers for excellence in products, including tools and functional fluids,
Servicing Corroded Drums and Rotors
In the Northeast and Midwest, a flat tire and an alloy wheel seizing on the hub (two parts jammed or stuck) is a common occurrence caused by corrosion. Corrosion and rust are nasty problems that make repairing a vehicle difficult. Corrosion is the product of an electrochemical reaction, in a vehicle’s case, between two dissimilar
GM TPMS: The Setup And Relearn Procedures
Each sensor has its own unique ID number. If a new sensor is fitted, the BCM must be reprogrammed with its unique ID and its position on the vehicle.
TPMS Sensor Installation Procedures: Clamp-On, Snap-In
Most TPMS sensors are held in with just a screw or a nut, and if not assembled or torqued properly, there could be serious ramifications. Carelessness can result in a broken sensor or even a customer stranded with a flat tire. The torque tools required to install TPMS sensors include: • Torque wrench that measures
Stocking, Selling And Installing TPMS Sensor Service Kits
Every time a stem-mounted TPMS sensor is removed from a rim, it must be serviced – no ifs, ands or buts. This goes for sensors that are six months old to six years old. Always use a new kit. The typical kit includes a nut, valve core, grommets and valve cap. Each component has a specific function and lifespan that is not only determined by time, but what happens when it is installed.
Diagnosing Hyundai Wheel Bearing Failure
While wheel bearing noise is one of the toughest problems for the customer to describe, it’s not unusual for it to come on so gradually that the customer may not even notice it until you mention it after an unrelated road test. Many times, the customer complaint will send you down the wrong path if you let it.
SKF Introduces Krown Products To Its Specialty Parts Offering For The U.S. Heavy Duty Aftermarket
SKF is now offering a complete line of Krown products, which include a line of rust protection products, and a line of cleaning products and tools for light-duty and heavy-duty vehicles. The Krown product line provides solutions to protect vehicles from road debris, salt and rust.
GM Tech Tip: Intermittent No Crank/No Start With MIL On And DTCs Set
This repair can be applied to any electrical connection including, but not limited to: lighting, body electrical, in-line connections, powertrain control sensors, etc. Do not over apply lubricant to the point where it prevents the full engagement of sealed connectors. A light coating on the terminal surfaces is sufficient to correct the condition.