Air Ride Logic: How to Diagnose Common Behaviors
There is a logic to air ride systems. Air ride systems can control vehicle ride height, passenger comfort and improve handling. How they operate and work with the rest of the systems on the vehicle is part of the embedded logic of the control system. Written in this programming are three main edicts: preserve the
TRW’s Premium Chassis Program Tops 3,000 Mark
TRW’s North American (NA) Aftermarket Group has extended its all makes premium chassis program by an addition 527 SKUs. The total number of SKUs available from TRW now exceeds 3,000. Mark Thorpe, product and marketing group manager, TRW Aftermarket North America, said, “Our OE knowledge and experience translates into an aftermarket program that comprises the
Honda Pilot Tech Tip: Rear Suspension Shakes
Model year: 2003-‘04 If a customer brings a 2003-’04 Honda Pilot to the shop with a noise and shake from the rear when turning, the cause and repair of the problem can be simple: The differential fluid may be contaminated by clutch particles, condensation, or both. Contamination will cause the differential clutches to make noise and
Servicing The Electronically Adjustable Shocks Of Full-Sized GM Trucks
Since the 2000 model year, GM has offered electronically adjustable suspension as an option on Chevy, Cadillac and GMC full-size trucks. The system actuates the valving in the shocks to control suspension position and body attitude. The electronic suspension control (ESC) system independently controls each of the four shock absorbers in order to control the
Jeep: Squeak-Like Sound From Rear Spring Isolator
Models: 2005-‘08 (WK) Grand Cherokee 2006-‘08 (XK) Commander This bulletin involves the replacement of the upper rear spring isolators, two in total, and orientation of the spring to prevent against reoccurrence. Symptom/Condition The customer may experience a squeak-like sound coming from the rear suspension of the vehicle. The squeak will occur most often when the
Fix For A Leaky GM Axle
Applicable Models: 2003-’07 Cadillac CTS 2004-’08 Cadillac SRX 2005-’08 Cadillac STS 2006-’08 Pontiac Solstice 2007-’08 Saturn SKY Drivers of certain General Motors vehicles may complain of fluid seeping or leaking from the rear axle. To correct, install a rear differential hose, clamps and a new metal differential vent following this repair procedure. Note: Do not
The Unseen Cycles Of A Shock Or Strut
A worn shock or strut might look exactly the same as a fully functioning strut. Why? It’s what’s inside that matters. Sure, all of the usual visual clues like leaks, bent rods and bottoming out marks still matter, but it is the millions of cycles a ride control component will have to endure during its
Monroe Offers Incentives For Quick-Strut Assemblies Sales
Tenneco’s Monroe brand will offer an incentive to counterpeople for the sale of popular, ready-to-install Monroe Quick-Strut premium replacement assemblies. The Monroe “Quick Rewards” scorecard promotion – available for sales between April 1 and May 31, 2014 – will reward participants with a $10 prepaid card for each pair of qualifying Monroe Quick-Strut units sold.
Carl Edwards Crew Chief Jimmy Fennig Makes Right Call At Bristol, Wins MOOG Problem Solver Award
Carl Edwards crew chief Jimmy Fennig might have wanted to join his driver in a post-race backflip after making the late call that propelled Edwards and the No. 99 Kellogg’s Ford Fusion to victory in Sunday’s Food City 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway. Fennig told Edwards to trust his tires for the final 71 laps of the half-mile concrete oval, a strategy that enabled the 99 car to maintain the advantage in a race that had seen 20 lead changes and plenty of unpredictable moments.
10 Reasons Why You Don’t Sell More Loaded Shocks And Struts
Do you only look at the shocks and struts when the driver complains of a noise or when the vehicle can’t be aligned? This might be just one of several reasons you aren’t selling more loaded shocks and struts despite a vehicle’s need for them. Here are 10 tips to help you better identify the need for shocks and struts and for effectively educating your customers to make the sale.
Rancho Adds New Systems For 2013-2014 Dodge Ram 1500 And 2003-2014 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Diesel Trucks
Rancho has launched a brand-new 4-in. performance suspension system for 2013-2014 Dodge Ram 1500 4WD trucks and a “Level It” system for 2003-2014 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 diesel trucks. These kits add to a full range of Dodge systems available from Rancho.
BILSTEIN Shock Absorbers Go Grassroots Racing With Team Lucas
Known for its involvement in off-road racing for more than 40 years, BILSTEIN will again have a presence at all Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series events. New for 2014 will be BILSTEIN’s commitment to the Lucas Oil Modified Series presented by LoanMart.