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When there is a poor performance from the fuel system, the fuel pump, being the central component, is often suspected to be the source of the problem. While the fuel pump indeed can fail, there are also other possibilities for a decreased efficiency from the fuel system. In this page, we have explained some of…

Do you know the signs of turbo failure? If your turbocharger is operating poorly or sounds like it needs fixed or replaced, there are a few things to keep an eye and ear on. Acceleration issues Since prime power is one of the turbocharger’s primary functions, keep a keen eye on your gas pedal. From…

7 SD R134a COMPRESSOR SERIES Sanden AC compressor units come in many shapes and sizes for numerous applications: the 5H15, 7H13, 7H15 and 7H15HD/SHD which will each have a specific flow and pressures. Regardless of the type of the AC compressor, it performs the same function. The compressor compresses the low-pressure gaseous refrigerant and sends…

Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) Vehicles are already showing up in service bays, so now is the time to develop the skills to quickly diagnose fuel system issues. Below are four steps to help diagnose GDI Systems. 1. Connect an enhanced scan tool and selecet the data parameters for desired fuel pressure and actual fuel pressure.…

Shock absorbers are an often-ignored piece of vehicle maintenance, but one that can be easily appreciated upon completion. The shock absorber is a dampener which absorbs the vibrations cause by the vehicle and driving surface. It’s easy to get used to a bouncier ride or a faint noise, but replacing worn-out shocks can make your…

How to Buy a Navigation System   Navigation systems in vehicles assist the drivers in finding routes to destinations. There were times when people used paper road maps or parked their vehicles along the sides of the streets to figure out the correct routes for places. With technology advances in the mechanical and electrical domains…

The Control Arms repair "How To" section of our site is here to help when you need that little bit of extra knowledge to get your project up and running. From the list below select the video or article that is related to info for the product line desired.  Control Arm Build Quality      The…