Service Advisor: Technician Town Hall Spurs Responses on Rotor Runout
Just like the town hall meetings across the country where Americans have questions for their government representatives, tomorrow’s technicians have questions of their own on ways to better service their future customers.
Under the Hood: Short on Time – Compact Engine Timing Belt Service
As a rule, General Motors uses timing chains rather than timing belts on most of its engines. Timing chains are long-lived and reliable, and do not have a recommended replacement interval. But, not so with timing belts. One GM engine that does use a rubber timing belt is the 1.6L E-TECH II engine in the 2004 and up Chevrolet Aveo. We take a look at timing belt procedures for this and similar compact engines.
ADVICE FROM THE ANSWERMAN: Properly Clean the Wheel Bearing, Hub and Wheel During Rotor Service
Bendix Offers Extra Steps To Help Avoid Pedal Pulsation Complaints
Service Advisor: BRAKING BAD
Fixing A GM Brake Noise
Tire Rack Offers Answers to ‘Top Five’ TPMS Questions
Tire Rack provides results from a survey of its customers regarding the reoccurrence of issues dealing with tire pressure monitoring systems.
Passing Inspection
Adapted from Gene Markel’s article in Brake & Front End
The Great Brake Rotor Debate – Resurface or Replace?
Adapted from Larry Carley’s article in Brake & Front End
Getting Tight With Torque Wrenches
Adapted from Larry Carley’s article in TechShop – Equipment, Tools & Supplies
It’s Time To Get Hitched!
Adapted from articles in Tire Review
Servicing Nissan Late-Model Brake Systems
Adapted from Bob Dowie’s article in ImportCar