Toyota A-40 Series Automatic Transmission
The Toyota A40 transmission family began as part of a joint manufacturing venture between Aisin Seiki of Japan and Borg-Warner of the United States.
Nissan Chokeless Hitachi Part 2
Overhauling this carburetor isn’t much more difficult than doing an earlier Hitachi. There are a few things to be aware of. however.
Subaru Front Disc Brake Service
Just to keep things interesting, however, a few manufacturers install the parking brake mechanism on the front calipers.
Oxygen Sensor Tips
Oxygen sensorsbegan appearing during the 1970’s to help computer-control systems achieve the best possible balance of performance, economy, and emissions. Today they are found on nearly all new gasoline powered cars and light trucks sold in this country.
Mazda 4 Wheel Steering
Mazda describes their system as electronically controlled with hydrnulic assist, and it relies heavily on microprocessors for its operation. We’ll take you through the basic operation of th is “steer by wire” system.
Carside Manner
In an effort to get you and the customer on an even footing, we offer this tongue-in-cheek glossary, defining certain terms commonly thrown around the shop. Some are strictly automotive in nature, some are common words that can take on special meanings when they enter the Automotive Zone.
Tech Tips
Replacing Rabbit Alternator; Ending Creeper Madness; Jaguar Mystery Noise; SAAB 99/900 Rough or Low Idle
Star Service News Bulletin No.31 – Spring 1989
Star Service News Bulletin No.31
Business Success: It isn’t a game
Find a need and fill it. Do something that no one else is doing. Or, if you choose to do something that’s currently being done, do it better.
Brake Hotline Horror Stories
Day in and day out, they man the hotlines. Their job is to help technicians deal with specific brake repair problems.
Advanced KE-Jetronic
Now that you understand the basic theory behind KE-Jetronic operation, it ‘s time to apply some of that theory with real life test procedures.
Carside Manner
Last week, I made a call to a shop that will forever stand out as one of the worst phone answering jobs in record history.
Automatic Transmission Basics: Part two
To really make things work properly, we need to add some gearing to our transmission to make it truly effective.
Nissan Chokeless Hitachi Part 1
Nissan came up with a cross between a carburetor and fuel injection for 1984 Sentra and Pulsar models.
E-Z Noise Detector
Noises are very often a warning that something is wrong with the car, but pinpointing the source of that noise can be frustrating experience.
Mitsubishi Silent Shaft Timing Chain Replacement
“More” only works up to a certain point with four-cylinders.
Tech Tips
Cleaning Cold Start Injectors; Seized VW Beetle Star Wheel Brake Adjusters; Nissan Blown Blower Fuses; BMW Inoperative Charge Light
Rear Window Defogger Repair
When the time finally comes, the defogger is expected to perform flawlessly and with little fanfare. It ‘s only when it doesn’t work that our attention is drawn to this simple electrical device.
SAAB 900 Clutch Replacement
Clutch replacement in the Saab 900 series cars isn’t as difficult as you might have thought once you master a few simple tricks.
Emission Overview: Nissan 6
These tips on the popular Nissan straight-six may help you get that Maxima or Z-car up and running again like it should.
Bubble Trouble: Air Bleeding Import Cooling Systems
Here are some general tips and specific bleeding procedures for removing trapped air from some common import cooling systems.