Under the Hood: ‘Perfect Timing’ — Timing Belt Service for Toyota’s VVT-1 Engine
The focus of this article will be the timing belt replacement on a 2001 GS 300 with the in-line six-cylinder 2JZ-GE engine with VVT-i (Toyota’s variable valve timing).
Report Card – Generation Next: Acura’s NSX Concept
Making use of lightweight materials and a mid-mounted V-6 engine, the NSX Concept employs several new technologies for Acura.
Engine Series: Thinking ‘Inside the Box’
Service Notes on Subaru’s Boxer Engine
Service Advisor: Steered by Intelligence — Understanding Steering Sensors
The sensor’s basic function is to monitor the
driver’s steering inputs. This includes the angle of the steering wheel and/or the rate at which the driver is turning the wheel.
Undercover: Linked On — Servicing Steering Linkages
Although most technicians take steering linkages for granted, it pays to review the basics.
Service Advisor: On-Car Rotor Resurfacing: Are You Doing it Right?
One of my favorite pieces of shop equipment is the on-the-car brake lathe. Not only do they resurface the rotors to the center line of the wheel bearings, they speed the job up in some cases – making it a win/win situation.
Undercover: Steering Comebacks Away From You
Understanding the Mysteries of the Thrust Angle
Strut Your Knowledge of Ball Joints
Adapted from Gene Markel’s article in Brake & Front End
Undercover – Straight Talk On Subaru Steering Service
Adapted from Larry Bailly’s article in ImportCar
Tire Talk – Tackling Winter Tire Issues
The snowflake branded on the sidewall of a winter tire isnt there for decoration. The designation means the tire addresses three winter driving concerns: traction, cornering and braking. Put on a set of todays winter tires, and driving in the winter becomes irrelevant. Thats a direct quote from long-time tire test driver Bob Strange, who