Front Crankshaft Bolt Service Caution for 2001-2008 Mazda 2.3L Engines
When removing or replacing the crankshaft pulley, always be sure to follow the service manual procedures. The crankshaft pulley is not keyed to the crankshaft and when loosened, it may move out of position on the crankshaft. The engine MUST be re-timed whenever the crankshaft pulley bolt is loosened, removed, or replaced. CAUTION: Engine damage
Sludgy Saab May Rattle Your Chain
By Tom Purser, ALLDATA editor and Jeff Webster, ALLDATA technical writer If a Saab vehicle owner/engine installer complains about a rattling timing chain, oil sludgeor any of the other conditions described in this Tech Tip, follow therecommended procedures. Various conditions can cause the formation ofoil sludge in the engine or a rattling noise from the
Loss of Oil Pressure on Audi 2.8L Engines
Condition Immediately after starting, the oil pressure warning light remains lit. Service Measure oil pressure. Vehicles with automatic transmission Remove the oil cooler line bracket to provide clearance for connecting the VAG 1342 Pressure Tester. All vehicles Remove the 0.3 bar oil pressure switch (Figure 1). Install VAG 1342 oil pressure tester in place of
Get Cash for your Compressor Clunker!
Kaeser Compressors is offering a rebate of $100 per horsepower – up to $1000 – towards the purchase of a Kaeser AirCenter or Airtower. Based on the replacement compressor’s motor size, you will receive a rebate of $100 per horsepower up to $1,000. Any operational air compressor qualifies for our Clunker to Kaeser program. Plus,
Smith Wins IMCA National Modified Championship
A division-best 28 feature wins and bonus points from three local track titles paved the way for Dylan Smith’s first national IMCA Modified championship. The Osceola, Neb., driver edged Garner’s Jeremy Mills by five points or the title. Mills won 25 features and was the only driver in the division with four track crowns to
TDM Sales Named as Sales Representative For Texas and Oklahoma
Tiffin Parts LLC, a business unit of Pettibone LLC, which is an affiliate of The Heico Companies, has announced that TDM Sales will be their assigned sales representative in Texas and Oklahoma for the Construction, Forestry and Engine Parts markets. Mark D. Knight, President of Tiffin Parts, stated that “After redesigning our Web site
University of the Aftermarket CEUs Available for 26 Business Events at 2009 AAPEX Show in Las Vegas
The University of the Aftermarket has finalized the accreditation process for a near-record 26 business events that will take place during the 2009 AAPEX Show, Nov. 3-5 in Las Vegas. Industry professionals attending any of these sessions will be able to earn Continuing Education Units (CEU) that can be applied toward their Automotive Aftermarket Professional
BIG R Show Panel to Explore How Proper Failure Analysis Can Enhance Product Quality and Customer Satisfaction
Everyengine rebuild starts with a problem with the engine’s performance oran obvious component failure. Determining the cause of the problem cango a long way toward building a quality product and solidifying yourrelationship with the customer. APRA’s Heavy Duty Remanufacturing Group has assembled a panel ofexperts that have spent many years analyzing engine problems to discusshow
World Products Launches Full Circle Engine Assembly Plan
World Products, the well-known casting company and producer of thousands of hot street engines over the past decade, has made a radical change in its business practice. They are ceasing in-house engine assembly at their casting works in Ronkonkoma, NY and opening the door of opportunity to a network of engine building shops across the
Elgin Industries Publishes 2010 Engine Parts Master Catalog
ElginIndustries has issued what it says is the largest and mostuser-friendly engine parts catalog in its 90-year history – the 2010Elgin Engine Parts Master Catalog for automotive, performance, marineand industrial applications. The new, 812-page catalog (No. EP-10) includes hundreds of additionalpart numbers for thousands of late-model and older domestic and importengines from more than 50
Maxiforce Earns ISO Certification
Maxiforce, a Florida-based leader in diesel engine parts, recentlyachieved ISO certification (9001:2008). This designation ensures thecompany has well-documented and certified procedures of operation thatmust be followed by all departments within the business, coupled withgoals for improvement to continually increase quality, and customersatisfaction. “This objective endorsement is an extremely exciting achievement forus, which came as the
Head Gasket Leaks/Seepage Found in 1987-93 Jeep 4.0L Engines
MODELS: 1987-1992 (MJ) Comanche, (XJ) Cherokee, (YJ) Wrangler 1993 (ZJ) Grand Cherokee Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0L engine, may experience engine oil leaks/seepage from the head gasket along the right hand side (tappet rail) of the engine. A new cylinder head gasket is now available. The new gasket has beaded silicone sealer on both