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It’s Your Money — Go Get It

An automotive aftermarket parts store’s success is linked directly to how you determine your customer’s creditworthiness and how your accounts pay the credit which you have extended.

AASA’s Marketing Executives Council Strives to Educate Industry Through ‘Know Your Parts’ Campaign

The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) recently launched an aftermarket industry education campaign, “Know Your Parts.” The initiative’s goal is to educate all partners in the aftermarket supply chain from supplier to consumer about the importance of using quality, brand-name products — and the hazards to the industry and to public safety posed by low-cost, low-quality parts.

I have a 1998 F150 with 5.4 and the heater will not blow hot air and the temp gauge never gets above normal. I have changed thermostats and flushed the cooling system. The heater will not blow hot air, not even after a 100-mile drive.

I have a 1998 F150 with 5.4 and the heater will not blow hot air and the temp gauge never gets above normal. I have changed thermostats and flushed the cooling system. The heater will not blow hot air, not even after a 100-mile drive. No one can tell me what to check for. Any suggestions will be very helpful.

On a 2002 Acura RSX Type-S, I have OBD2 code reading evaporative emissions bypass solenoid. What does that mean? And what areas can I check to fix this issue?

On a 2002 Acura RSX Type-S, I have OBD2 code reading evaporative emissions bypass solenoid. What does that mean? And what areas can I check to fix this issue?

I have a 2000 Toyota Tundra. When I go down the road at about 45 or 50 mph and then slow down the truck, it starts shaking badly. But it doesn’t do it every time. I have changed the tires, brakes and rotors. Any idea what it could be?

I have a 2000 Toyota Tundra. When I go down the road at about 45 or 50 mph and then slow down the truck, it starts shaking badly. But it doesn’t do it every time. I have changed the tires, brakes and rotors. Any idea what it could be?

I have a ’99 Nissan Maxima. When I drive it around the city, it’s fine and there’s no smoke. But when I get on the freeway and drive for about 45 minutes to an hour, the car will begin puffing white smoke for two to three minutes and then stop.

I have a ’99 Nissan Maxima. When I drive it around the city, it’s fine and there’s no smoke. But when I get on the freeway and drive for about 45 minutes to an hour, the car will begin puffing white smoke for two to three minutes and then stop.

I have an ’89 Toyota Corolla SR-5 with electrical problems. The battery/brake light stays on except after 5,000 rpms. Any clue how to turn it off permanently?

I have an ’89 Toyota Corolla SR-5 with electrical problems. The battery/brake light stays on except after 5,000 rpms. Any clue how to turn it off permanently?

I have a ’93 Olds 98 with a 3.8-liter and no fuel coming out of the injectors. I’ve changed several fuses and they keep popping as soon as the key is turned. What could be the cause?

I have a ’93 Olds 98 with a 3.8-liter and no fuel coming out of the injectors. I’ve changed several fuses and they keep popping as soon as the key is turned. What could be the cause?

I have an ’06 Mitsubishi Raider and sometimes — and it doesn’t really matter the speed — when I press the brakes my truck starts shaking a lot. Could the rotors be warped?

I have an ’06 Mitsubishi Raider and sometimes — and it doesn’t really matter the speed — when I press the brakes my truck starts shaking a lot. Could the rotors be warped?

I have a 2003 Dodge Dakota.

I have a 2003 Dodge Dakota. When I’m backing and turning the steering wheel to the right, I hear a grinding sound. It’s quiet turning the other way. I had the noise before I changed all four brake pads. The rotors were turned and are not near minimum. What’s could be causing it?

Timken Automotive Aftermarket Announces 2009 Manufacturers’ Representative Awards

The Timken Co.’s (NYSE: TKR) Automotive Aftermarket group is pleased to announce the recipients of their 2009 Manufacturers’ Representative Awards.

Timken Automotive Aftermarket Announces 2009 Manufacturers’ Representative Awards

CANTON, Ohio — Nov. 11, 2009 — The Timken Co.’s (NYSE: TKR) Automotive Aftermarket group is pleased to announce the recipients of their 2009 Manufacturers’ Representative Awards.   Those who joined the Million Dollar Sales Club in 2009 include:              •Jim Connolly and Jerry Spexarth – Connolly Sales & Marketing, LLC; •Keith Squires –