StarTuned June 2003
In this issue: Round Black Rubber; Alignment; ABS; Factory Service Bulletins; Parts News
Mercedes-Benz Factory Service Bulletins: Wheelspeed Sensor Replacements; Swaying SL Suspension
These suggestions and solutions for technical problems are from service bulletins and other information published by Mercedes-Benz, selected and adapted for independent repair shops.
Mercedes-Benz Parts News: Splined Hubs; Eccentric Bolts; Collision Repair Facility Certification
Whether for vehicles long out of production or for modern ones, your best source for Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts is Mercedes-Benz.
Black Ice – Mercedes-Benz ABS Brakes, Traction and Stability Control Systems
The first of the traction control systems begins our new series.
Mercedes-Benz Wheel Alignment: Surveying Directional Control
Playing the right angles, keeping to the straight and narrow.
Round Black Rubber – Mercedes-Benz Alignment, ABS Brakes and Tires
Everything between a car and the road goes through four patches.
Subaru EndWrench Spring 2003
In this issue: Periodic Maintenance Service A program of periodic maintenance service offers an excellent opportunity to check the entire vehicle for possible wear or damage, and to assure trouble-free driving for your Subaru customers. Wheel Bearing Replacement To...
Subaru A/C Service Tips
These tech tips apply to specific symptoms or conditions on Subaru air conditioning systems. Scan these pages to see if the symptoms on your problem vehicle match the descriptions here. The following tech tips apply to specific symptoms or conditions on Subaru air...
Subaru Periodic Maintenance Services
The frequency of scheduled inspection and maintenance services required on Subaru vehicles is minimal when compared with vehicles of the past. While the number of items requiring regular replacement has decreased, the number of items needing periodic inspection has...
Subaru Wheel Bearing Repalcement
Ongoing studies of vehicle repairs and service procedures have lead to the development of a new rear wheel bearing replacement procedure for the following vehicles: 1998-2003 Forester1993-2003 Impreza (excluding WRX)1990-1999 Legacy Additionally, several design...
StarTuned March 2003
In this issue: New Cores for Old; Trans R&R; Parts News; Factory Service Bulletins
Mercedes-Benz Factory Service Bulletins: Coolant Loss; Shift Softening
These suggestions and solutions for technical problems are from service bulletins and other information published by Mercedes-Benz, selected and adapted for independent repair shops.
Mercedes-Benz Parts News: Heater Core Pivot Pin
Whether for vehicles long out of production or for modern ones, your best source for Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts is Mercedes-Benz.
Mercedes-Benz Trans R&R …To Correct Spark Timing!
When would you remove and replace a transmission for a spark timing problem? To line up some marker holes. Come and see.
New Cores for Old: Replacing Mercedes-Benz Heater Cores and A/C Evaporators
In an easy diagnosis, but a complex repair, we follow a heater core and A/C evaporator swap.
Subaru EndWrench Winter 2003
In this issue: Subaru Battery/Alternator Service Battery and alternator construction, then cover diagnostic techniques for both components. Subaru Starter Service Insider Info: 1995-96 Subaru Legacy Blows Fuse SBF-22000 Legacy - Blows Fuse 5ABS/TCS Code 57Battery...
Subaru Starter Service
Subaru starter motors offer long service life. Thatʼs why itʼs important to correctly determine whether the starter, or another component is responsible for a no-start condition. This article covers starter motor construction and service tips.
Subaru Battery/Alternator Service
With the high electronic content in todayʼs vehicles, proper charging and starting system performance is essential. In this article, weʼll discuss battery and alternator construction, then cover diagnostic techniques for both components.
StarTuned December 2002
In this issue: The ‘Oil Motor’ Part II; Driveability; Parts News; Factory Service Bulletins
Mercedes-Benz Parts News: Diesel Injectors; MAF Sensor
Whether for vehicles long out of production or for modern ones, your best source for genuine Mercedes-Benz parts is Mercedes-Benz.
Mercedes-Benz Factory Service Bulletins: MAF Sensor Troubles; Centrifugal Advance Drum; Stretched Timing Chain
These suggestions and solutions for technical problems are from service bulletins and other information published by Mercedes-Benz, selected and adapted for independent repair shops.