Arnott Introduces Rear Air Spring for 2010-2016 Porsche Panamera
Arnott has introduced a new rear aftermarket air spring for the 2010-2016 Porsche Panamera (970 Chassis) with auto leveling.
The Importance of Consistent TPMS Tool Updates
Outdated TPMS tool software is the root cause of most of the technical support calls we receive. The good news is that this issue is completely manageable and the fix is available right at your shop.
Nissan TPMS Diagnostics And Service
Nissan TPMS systems began appearing in 2003 as a standard feature or option on most models. And, for the past decade, the behavior of all Nissan TPMS systems has been very consistent on all models.
Editor’s Notebook: The Perfect Storm for Vehicle TLC and Tire & Service Opportunities
Neglected auto care almost always means much higher costs down the road in the form of more extensive repairs or lost vehicle resale value. You know that all too well, but your customers’ vehicle maintenance habits sometimes don’t stack up.
Alternator Ripple Testing: The Ghost in the Machine
Before computers and networks in vehicles, an alternator that was producing AC voltage or ripple through the electrical system would cause flickering lights and maybe an ignition problem. Today, excessive ripple voltage can cause communication issues with networks and communication DTCs in multiple modules.
Sensing Brake Pad Wear
Brake pad wear sensors have been around for more than 40 years, but in the past decade, their technology has advanced.
What is 0W16 Oil and How is It Different than 0W20?
You may have noticed that some Toyota and Honda four-cylinder vehicles require SAE viscosity 0W16 oil. But how does this oil affect engine performance compared to others?
Serviceable vs. Replaceable TPMS Components
One of the most important things you can do to ensure you are properly servicing TPMS is to fully understand all of the different parts of a TPMS sensor and what roles they play.
Understanding Today’s Performance Brake Components
There is demand for performance brake upgrades or at least brake components that have a high-performance appearance.
Servicing GM Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems
GM TPMS on Buick, Pontiac, Chevrolet, GMC Cadillac and Hummer models are some of the easiest to service if you have the right tools and knowledge.
Wheel Centering: Best Practices to Get the Right Wheel Balance Each Time
No matter if you’re working on a light truck, high-performance vehicle or commercial truck, centering is the foundation of each wheel balance that is performed on the vehicle. However, there’s more that goes into the process than many think.
Hidden Symptoms May be the Cause of Uneven Brake Wear
If a customer comes to you with uneven brake wear and you just assume it is a bad caliper and replace it, you may be guessing. Imploded brake hoses and stuck proportioning valves produce hidden symptoms that are not easily diagnosed.
