PAACE Automechanika 2007: Not an Ordinary Trade Show
(Akron/Tire Review) Last week, many North American automotive aftermarket professionals – including myself – packed their bags for Mexico City and the annual PAACE Automechanika trade show.
Viewpoint: Empathy and Old Ladies
(Akron/Tire Review) In 1994, I was working at major chain repair/tire shop in Birmingham Mich., as a service writer. I had not been there too long and was just learning the ropes.
In Good Hands: Having The Right Insurance Can Help You Survive More Than One ‘What If’
In Good Hands Having The Right Insurance Can Help You Survive More Than One ‘What If’It’s said that when it comes to getting insurance, you’re simply betting that something bad will happen. True or not, it’s better to be safe than sorry. Having insurance is a must in order to stay in business. In today’s
Brake Line Inspection: Corrosion Warning Signs and Protecting Against Liability
No one can predict when a brake line or hose will fail. This is why inspecting brake lines should be part of every vehicle inspection
10 Years of TPMS: A Technology Comes of Age
September 2017 marked the 10-year anniversary of mandatory tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS).
ABS Solenoid Diagnosis: What is going on inside the HCU?
The anti-lock braking system (ABS) computer, or HCU, is a node on a high-speed vehicle bus.
Sensors and Suspensions: Diagnosing Electronically Adjustable Dampeners
On racecars, mechanics in pit lane will tune the settings of the shocks and springs for the track. Some race shocks have six adjustments for compression and rebound, so they will tune the setting for the amount and rate of suspension movement.
Aluminum Suspensions: Knowing is Half the Battle
From 2012 to 2015, aluminum consumption for new vehicles increased by 28% in North America. While a lot of the aluminum has gone into the body recently, the use of aluminum in the suspension is also increasing.
Servicing TPMS Sensors
Most TPMS sensors are held in using just a screw or a nut, but if not assembled or torqued properly, the results can be catastrophic. Carelessness can result in a broken sensor or even a customer being stranded with a flat tire.
Top TPMS Troubleshooting Tips
When dealing with TPMS, here are a few best practices and reminders to ensure you’re taking care of your customers and avoiding possible comebacks.