Variable Ratio Steering Systems
Recently, Audi and other manufacturers have introduced and experimented with variable-ratio steering systems.
Power Steering Service Tips
Examining the fluids from the power steering system can assist in diagnosing other component issues.
Power Steering: To Flush Or Not To Flush?
Find out what swapping the fluid can do to the life of the power steering system.
Inspecting, Repairing Power Steering Hoses
There’s a reason they failed. Can you properly inspect and repair them?
Recognizing Steering System And Chassis Damage Patterns
If these components are damaged, the person steering needs to expect the handling of their vehicle to become critical.
Ford Flex 2013-2019 Alignment Spec
The normal alignment is changing. Control arms can still bend and bushings can degrade, causing the camber, caster and toe to change. But, modern cars not only need the angles to be in the green, but they also need to have the sensors calibrated.
Curing Customer Noise Complaints With Logic
The topic of noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) diagnostics came home to me 20 years ago when I began dabbling in collector car repairs. Customers soon began complaining about wind noise and chassis vibrations in ’60s-era cars.
Delphi Technologies Aftermarket Accelerates Growth Of Steering And Suspension Portfolio To Become Full Line Supplier In 2020
The company now offers nearly 1,000 new part numbers with plans to reach full line coverage in North America by next year to offer customers new profit opportunities.
GM Tech Tip: Electronic Power Steering Gear Leaks
On GM vehicles with electric power steering starting in 2009, you may see grease or sealant on certain locations of the steering gear.
EPS Steering Assist
Modern electric power steering (EPS) steering gears are inextricably linked with body and chassis control electronics, which is a very good reason for an alignment technician to develop a working relationship with a modern, enhanced scan tool.
Diagnosing Electric Power Steering (EPS) Issues
If you’re an import specialist, it’s important to know that, although electric power steering (EPS) has been introduced on many 2004-and-later domestic applications, EPS recently began appearing on popular import nameplates like the 2015 Honda S2000 and 2014 and 2015 models of Toyota RAV4, Camry and Highlander.
Alignment Specs: 2011-2017 Buick Regal
If you get a Regal in your alignment bay, you could be dealing with several new technologies at once. Options and packages on the Regal can be difficult to define by the badging on the trunk. Visual confirmation may be needed and you may also need to look up RPO codes. During the production run, there were models with Brembo brakes, all-wheel-drive and even advanced driver assistance safety systems (ADAS).
