Turbo Trouble: How Turbochargers Work
Turbochargers are great for adding power to any gas or diesel-powered engine, but are especially useful in small displacement engines. The boost to airflow that a turbocharger provides increases the breathing efficiency of the engine for more horsepower and torque.
Donations Add Horsepower To Automotive Programs
Hyundai Motor Corporation of America has donated vehicles to the automotive education programs at two New Jersey schools.
Drivetrain Noises & Wheel Bearing Replacement
Some of the toughest challenges import specialist techs face are noise complaints. And, in order to make an accurate assessment, we take the time to ask our customers questions like: Is the noise present when the car’s stationary or moving? Does it change around corners or under different load considerations? Is it a growl, squeak, groan or rattle?
TPMS Service: Taking Temperature Into Account
Winter is almost here, which means shops in cold weather cities might see an influx of illuminated TPMS lights. However, many of those lights might be false alarms. The reason? Look no further than the thermometer.
What You Need To Know About TPMS
What signals from inside the shop can interfere with TPMS signals? What can be reused from a TPMS sensor? Are TPMS sensors able to report on the status of their battery life? Will a tire pressure sensor fit in every wheel? Keep reading to find the answers to these and other TPMS-related questions.
WardsAuto Announces its Top 10 Engine List
It’s that time again. WardsAuto’s annual 10 Best Engines List has been announced, and this year the list is more diverse than ever. WardsAuto editors evaluate engines over a two-month testing period for its annual “10 Best Engines” list. Engines are selected according to a number of objective and subjective criteria in everyday driving situations, including
Tech Tip: Mitsubishi TPMS Relearn Procedures
If one or more TPMS sensors have been replaced on most Mitsubishi vehicles, the new ID information has to be input directly into the system.
Going Undercover on Mitsubishi Undercar Service
Let’s take look at the Mitsubishi line of cars and some of the more common problems you’ll see while investigating the undercar area.
Diagnosing And Replacing Active Motor Mounts
A “tunable” motor mount that can change its dampening characteristics has a significant NVH advantage over a passive hydromount or a solid mount.
Brake Job: 2000-’06
The third-generation Hyundai Elantra is the vehicle that put the Korean automaker on the map. With a roomy interior and a reliable drivetrain, the Elantra sold well to a wide demographic of import and domestic buyers. The brake system, for the most part, is generic and not difficult to service. In this article, we’ll be