Tech Tip: Ford and Lincoln Tie Rod Inspection Procedure
Check the outer tie rod ends by grasping by hand and push up and down. Check the inner tie rod ends, pushing them front to rear. If any free play is observed in a joint, it is worn and should be replaced.
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Nissan Tech Tip: Strut Replacement Guidelines
This bulletin provides information to correctly identify a strut on any 1990-2000 Nissan model that has slight oil seepage, a condition that is considered normal, doesn’t affect the strut’s operation or performance and doesn’t require replacement. It also provides information to correctly identify leaking struts that require replacement.
Tech Tip: Delayed Transaxle Engagement at Start-Up on Chrysler Vehicles
If you encounter a vehicle with intermittent delayed transmission engagement at vehicle start-up in excess of three seconds (transaxle may be cold or hot), check the transaxle fluid level while the vehicle is on a level surface and the transaxle is at normal operating temperature using the following procedure detailed in this Tech Tip.
Volkswagen Tech Tip: Clutch Pedal Does Not Fully Return/Cruise Control Inoperative
On some VWs, the clutch pedal does not fully return to a stop and the cruise control (if equipped) will not function. The problem may be caused by the clutch pedal over the center spring dropping out of position.
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.
Volkswagen Tech Tip: No Adjustment of Air Flow in Beetles
Some 1998 through late-model new Volkswagen Beetles may experience no air flow adjustment at the center air outlet(s). This may be caused by a disengaged connecting arm at the air flow adjustment flap.
Subaru Tech Tip: Leaking Front Crankshaft Oil Seals
You may encounter a Subaru 1996-’99 Legacy, or a 1998-’99 Impreza or Legacy with a 2.5 L engine, with a leaking or dislodged front crankshaft oil seal. It may be necessary to remove the oil pump and examine the rear sealing plate of the oil pump.
Nissan Tech Tip: Diagnosing Blower Motor Noise Complaints
If a customer indicates that a light ticking or humming noise can be heard coming from the blower motor when the motor is run at low fan speeds (speed 1 or 2), a noise-reducing blower motor is available. The noise may be very slight and, at times, difficult to hear.
Nissan Tech Tip: Groaning/Grinding Noise from Front Brakes
Use this bulletin to service a 1998-2000 Quest if the vehicle’s front brakes make a loud, low-frequency groan/grind noise when stopping. The groan/grind addressed by this bulletin may occur at normal operating temperatures and is not a "creep groan."