ASE PS2 Test Preparation Guide: Fuel System
The major components in the fuel system include the fuel pump, fuel filter, fuel lines, fuel injectors, fuel pressure regulator, throttle body, fuel tank and gas cap.
ASE PS2 Test Preparation Guide: Manual Transmission/Transaxle
The major components in a manual transmission or transaxle include the clutch, release bearing, pilot bearing (if used), clutch linkage (hydraulic or cable), gearbox and shift linkage.
ASE PS2 Test Preparation Guide: Steering & Suspension
The major components in the steering include the steering gear (rack & pinion or recirculating ball), power steering pump and hoses (if used), tie rods and tie rod ends, idler arm and center link (if used) and steering stabilizer (if used). The major components in the suspension include springs, shock absorbers and/or struts, control arms and bushings, ball joints, and sway bar and bushings.
All-Wheel Drive And System Synergies
There are very few all-mechanical controls left on late-model vehicles. Almost all powertrain controls are electromechanical using a computer as the controller.
Technical Forum: Difference between a conventional lead-acid battery, AGM battery?
Counterman magazine presents 11 technical and sales topics in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format.
The CAN System: Tying It All Together
“CAN” stands for Controller Area Network. It’s the basic operating system for the wiring and electronics in late model vehicles. The CAN system ties together all the major control modules in the vehicle and allows them to talk to each other, share data and interact in ways that were not possible before CAN arrived on the scene.
The Program Groups: Strong As Ever
As the aftermarket emerges from the economic uncertainty of the last 18 months, the program groups are poised to make the most of data warehousing and other business tools to put their best foot forward.
Fuel-Related Problems Explained
If the fuel pump stops working for any reason, the flow of fuel to the engine stops and the engine dies.
Keeping The Ride Under Control
Fifty years ago (1958 model year), GM introduced air suspension as an option for all of its passenger cars.
Automotive Aftermarket Electronics: The ins and out of how body control components operate
More refined safety and convenience systems such as telematics communications systems have placed an even greater load on vehicle electrical systems.