Andrew Markel addresses a reader question involving a brake pull, showing how the issue could be related to the ABS HCU. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
What creates endplay? What creates noise?
On a typical passenger vehicle weighing around 3,400 pounds, each pair of front-wheel bearings, as well as the rear-wheel or axle bearings, supports around 850 pounds, depending on the weight balance and driveline configuration. If it’s a 6,000-pound SUV, each bearing might carry about 1,500 pounds. This load is concentrated on the relatively small bearing surfaces, which do not even take into account the dynamic loads produced by cornering.
Variable valve timing systems allow today’s engines to maximize performance and drivability.
You must use a brake pad that matches the original performance characteristics. This video is sponsored by TRW.
Editor Nadine Battah and technical writer Eric Garbe sit down with OPUS IVS senior vice president, Kevin FitzPatrick.
You are not doing the customer any favors by installing just one strut, spring, or bushing. This video is sponsored by TRW.
Regenerative braking is a hybrid’s first choice for braking.
With the right tools and service information, it is possible to resolve a customer’s complaint.
Ode Auto Repair and Tire is a NAPA Gold Certified Auto Care Center focused on customer satisfaction since 1979.
TPMS technology has evolved along with other vehicle systems. This video is sponsored by Walker Products.
